To drain or not to drain pool with high CYA?

[stevemac213]

Well, I did all this before your reply since I am in the process of refilling and trying to move fast. I used a trichlor puck and it wasn't too bad...yes, it left some marks but there are lots of marks already. I was contemplating getting it re-plastered while it was almost empty but can't afford it right now so trying to get a couple more years out of it.

It is dried out because it took so long to drain...I probably should have rented a pump like I did last time and drained and refilled it fast. What do you think will happen now that it is dry and I am refilling? This pool is killing me.

Thanks.

[PoolDoc]

What do you think will happen now that it is dry and I am refilling?

Dunno. Letting the plaster dry doesn't always cause problems. All you can do is cross your fingers and hope for the best.

[stevemac213]

I certainly will....and pray as well.

Should I put in a gallon of chlorine tonight, even though the pump is not running or should I wait till it is full to shock it?

Thanks Ben for your timely replies.