Thanks for the tips guys. It is appreciated. I have put the tail back on, and today it seems to be cleaning better then yesterday. I am going to let it clean the pool 3 hrs a day for the week then let the hoses straighten out in the sun if I am still noticing the coiling. Will re-measure after that as well.

One more question though, can I run it under my pool solar cover or is it not a good idea?

Thanks.