I bought this same pool for my kids for Easter and wanted to use my sand filter for it instead of the junk that came with it. This video is EXACTLY what I was looking for. Thank you for sharing. Now I know that it will work and I can stop stressing about it 😂
Thanks for sharing. A co worker gave me his sand filter pump today after watching install videos none of them had the summer waves with skimmer.. i was stressing that it won’t work (bummer) then I stumbled upon your video! Thank you sir!
Thanks for this video my brother exactly what I was looking for because of that filter on the wall set up. I didn’t think it was posible thanks a lot for this
Thank you for uploading this I’ve been going crazy looking for a conversion for the hoses and now I know I can just keep existing filter and add the hoses to that awesome !!
I just ordered the stuff to do this myself, but I ordered a replacement cap for the bottom of the summer waves filter so I can remove the entire pump so I don't need to have that as a bottleneck. You can also either order or 3d print an adaptor that slots into the top of the filter hanging on the pool and creates a seal so you can attach a vacuum.
Thank you for confirming I don't need to keep the cartridge filter with the sand filter. I have the 16inch Intex sand filter which ran to an old Intex pool but it held up past that pool and now serving the summer Waves
I was so thankful I found your video! No connectors from Amazon worked to the job! I bought the same filter as yours and I have a 14' summer wave pool. I did just what you said and it's perfect. The only thing I would add was that you needed a razor to trim off the extra plastic from expanding the pool hole to fit the water out take.
So I also have the intex sand filter and I just bought a summer waves 14 foot round ultra frame and I was hesitant to ruin my stock piping from the sand filter. You can angle the rubber fitting and twist it right on! Then take the clamp and clamp right behind the lip on the hose! Works great and I didnt have to modify the pipe!
Hi thank you for explaining this. I am confused. I see he bought an adapter that connects with the old pump but how does the new pump then connect to the hole? Does the rubber fitting come included with the pump? Thank you!
@UTRGV-Student the rubber fitting was bought at a local hardware store. It's a reducer from the pool hose size down the the pump size. You'd have to take both hoses in the be sure you have the right fit.
I had to cut the hole with a razor just a little to get the new hose going from the pump back to the pool. The new hose connection is slightly larger than the existing hole on the pool. So I literally just made a few cuts to the existing hole until it fits.
i did the same on my pool. i bought the 16 though. I have had my pool for the 3rd season. it works great. to keep you pool from getting green in the winter, winterized it then cover it. you don't have to drain it.
Nice video ! 👏🏽 I’m actually going to be doing the same set up today I have one question though!? did you plug in both power cords for both filters to run it Or did you just plug in the sand filter pump ? Thank I’m advance
@@nicolebenn5628 I figured it out I actually took the original filter off the skimmer like he said . it was super easy to detached from the skimmer no tools needed and used the round black sealer that the skimmer came with to seal the bottom from water coming out and tighten the bottom lid with it fits perfect but to answer your question I just plugged in the sand pump
@@nicolebenn5628 yes sand filter is key! That thing works Amazing on your pool and is way more efficient than the cartridge filters 👎🏽 don’t know why these companies even use those anymore..as long as your keeping pool covered and adding your chemicals every week the sand filter will do all the work 🙌🏽 but I got mine from Amazon “intex 3000gph sand filter” they have 10,12,20,22in and bigger just depends on size of your pool they can be a little pricey but worth every penny
We have both of this and we have ours set up just like you do. It keeps our water clean BUT it does not move anything off the bottom. I have to use a broom or make my kids get in to stir it up so I can use the skimmer.
@@FitsandFun my pump just ran for 6 hours and when i went out to look I was in the yellow on the gauge and absolutely nothing was coming out of the return. What is wrong?
Have you tried hooking up a vacuum to the skimmer with the new set up? I have the 16ft summer waves and the pump is pathetic. I’m definitely considering purchasing one of these sand pumps to keep it clean. Thanks for the video.
I have the same pool and have a huge algae problem. Shocked the pool like crazy and no luck. I’m thinking the original pump can handle it. Now to find that sand pump.
Thank you for you the good explanation my only question is do I have to keep the original pump on? We bought this filer because out original pump broke is no longer turning on
No, you do not keep the original pump on. In fact if you twist all the components out of the old pump from the inside, it really helps with the water flow. You can reach inside the old filter and the parts will twist out fairly easily. So just the case for the old filter is hanging. Just don't twist the bottom off the old filter.
They sell a cover for the bottom so you can completely remove the pump out of the skimmer. I think it's like 7 bucks on Amazon sensor since you're sucking water through the other pump you're probably lacking some pressure as well.
I am a little nervous about cutting slits in the return outlet hole to make the larger return jet fit. Did you end up having any problems with this? How many slits did you cut?
No problems. I just cut a tiny bit at a time until it fit. Then after when I screwed the hose back on, I couldn't tell it was even done. It didn't need much.
Hello real y good video what’s was that monsterous noise lol, you mentioned you didn’t touch the old pump some guys say it restricts the flow of you do not remove it?
I’m getting ready to do the same thing. And I got the same exact rubber fittings you did. Did you have to Teflon the inside of them to keep them from leaking?
Thank you so much! I have a question. I followed your advice as suggested but the water flow is very slow. What could be happening? I did the backwash, rinse and filter as suggested?
I'd recommend you check the old filter. You can screw everything out of it and that will definitely help your flow. You can just reach your hand in from the top and unscrew almost everything inside there, so basically the guts of the old filter.
That's the exact size of this pool. I think the Intex Krystal Clear 14" is probably overkill, that's the one I got. So I'm sure the 12" would be fine. Either one should be way better than the weak one that comes with it.
Thank you so much. would this work also? www.ebay.com/itm/Intex-26643EG-1200-GPH-10-inch-Above-Ground-Pool-Sand-Filter-Pump-w-Auto-Timer/353084077945?pageci=9e20320b-a01f-463b-9548-f6cade564aa0&epid=18025201404
This is super old so I'm not sure if you'll see this but I'm curious if you removed the impeller if it would flow better. I'm looking at this filter and have a summer waves pool also and i was concerned existing pump would not allow good enough flow.
Thank you so much. I actually have this exact pool and bought the sand filter and was going to start hooking up tomorrow. How does it clean now? Factory filter sucked.
It cleans exceptionally well, especially compared to the worthless pump Summer Waves supplies. Very powerful. Just make sure to backwash the filter once a week for about a minute or so, or when the exit water seems to get weak. Other than that it's probably overkill for the pool.
just hooked up the sand filter and ran it for 2 hours last night it's night and day versus the filter that came with the Summer Waves pool. now just need a better vacuum to get the gunk off the floor of the pool
No, what you see in this video is all I did to make it work. After the video I discovered that you can unscrew the a small part inside the original intex filter and it really helped with water flow. Very simple to unscrew inside the motor where the water flow is.
To anyone who has this pool, on mine I had an issue with the skimmer basket kept popping loose and causing an issue with the water entering the skimmer housing.. if you are also having this problem I remedy this by using a fernco attached to the underside of the skimmer basket as a way to hold it down in place and not pop up, has been working great for a few years now.
I just ordered my new sand pool pump! The pump came with my pool already does not work it hasn’t been a year yet. So what is that part on out take inside pool? Mine does not have it
I'm on my second pool of the same exact model. The pool in this video got destroyed by a toy my son brought into the pool and tore up the bottom. But the slits on the side never became an issue. The holes in the bottom were our issue.
I know this is an old video at this point, but I did the exact same thing. Thanks for the video! Did you have any issues with the hoses kinking or air getting into the strainer basket area?
@@FitsandFun pulled out the impeller and broke apart some of the restricting plastic pieces and that did the trick! I have a smaller size Summer Waves pump so there was no conversion plate available.
I desperately need a question answered....does this setup work if the summer waves pump is broken? Does the summer waves filter need to function at all?
Yes. This bypasses the summer waves pump. The summer waves pump needs to be in tact and not leaking, so the water can flow through it to the larger pump. But the pump does not need to be funtional. In fact, it's best to twist out the impeller from the summer waves pump for better water flow.
There's a backwash setting on top of the filter. The backwash just shoots out of the back of the filter into my yard. Very easy to switch back and forth.
I did not plug the original filter in, and I took all the guts out of the motor from the inside. It all twists out fairly easily. Then it really flows well and doesn't get clogged.
Just purchased an intex sand pump also. I also have a summer waves pool and have gone through TWO of the pumps that came with the pool (just like the one you have). Does the old pump need to be plugged in/ work???
On filter mode it doesn't suck water in very fast at all even though the pressure is in the green when I put it on recirculate the pressure gauge doesn't move at all but it sucks way faster more like I would expect from the original pump it's exactly like the one you have hanging from your pool I have the exact same sand filter pump tied into it. If anyone can help
Did you take all of the guts out of the pump hanging on the pool? There are a few things in that pump that will twist out and increase water flow into the new filter. It should suck water in pretty aggressively and have a really strong exit pressure as well.
Is there an easy way to clean the skimmer on the intex pump with out the water coming from the summer waves skimmer overflowing everything with water and getting the clear top screwed back on?
Your pool came with a big black round thing to plug the hole on the skimmer why you do maintenance. The water that is already in the skimmer will come out no matter what but at least it will keep pool water from entering into the skimmer and coming out. You also have to plug the discharge back into the pool as well because water will backflow into your pump system. You can add on a shutoff valves which would make maintenance a lot easier but they are quite an expense.
No, I didn't replace any parts on the original pump. After this video I did actually unscrew the internal parts of the motor and it helped with the water flow. These are fairly small parts inside the original filter, not the entire motor of the filter.
Hey I know you made this video a while ago but I just had a quick question for you. I want to do the same to my 14’ round summer wave pool but I’m questioning whether to get the 12” or 14” pump. Thanks.
No, water is just flowing through the original filter. I'd remove it entirely, but the hole is so large and odd that it's almost impossible to remove and fix.
Were you able to leave the existing pump in or did you have to find something else to plug the bottom? Or is the existing summer waves pump still in place?
How has it gone with the filter does it still work? I have the same size pool and I’m doubting buying 12’”or 14” Which one do you recommend me to buy? Thank you
I like your video, but you really took the hard way to do all this. I did the exact same thing, and with spending a little bit of money is much easier. They sell a replacement bottom plate for the skimmer that does not have the plug wire in it, so you can just remove the filter and the bottom skimmer plate and replace it with a solid one for about 10 bucks on eBay. Also instead of cutting the return and using ferncos, you could have just bought Intex brand 1.25 to 1.5 inch adapters (also ebay for $10- 15 for set od 2) and use adapters to hook the 1.25 hose to and from the pump/filter. Very easy.... you accomplished the exact same thing but took the harder way to get there, probably saved yourself around 10 to 15 dollars doing it your way though.
I bought the 1.25 to 1.5 adapter but the SPX-1000 filter (same as in this video) has an output tube on the pump is too big. The 1-1/4 end of the adapter is the exact same size at the output tube, so unless I really force it on there (which I worry would break it) it doesn't seem to fit. Maybe the adapter is made for the smaller (non-skimming) filters.
does the summer waves pump have to be plugged in and working to do this? My summer waves pump will not power on. I want to convert to an intex but apparently, I have to leave that one attached to the pool.
No, I don't plug it in. I just try to bypass it completely. I can't take it off because of the way it's set up. So I just let the water go through it to the intex pump.
@@FitsandFun they recently came out with the conversion kits to where you’re able to remove the old pump entirely and screw on a new lid to the bottom of the old filter.
This was great! I have the exact pool and similar pump.... my problem is getting a good prime (no bubbles/air) because we have no shut offs how did you overcome the prime issues? Thanks again!
I didn't have that issue. A few times when the water suction was low it made some weird gurgling sounds and the water flow into the pump wasn't strong enough. So I cleared out some debris that was inside the summer waves pump. A few broken leaves that got into the filter exit valve going to the Intex pump. Other than that I haven't had any issues.
I bought this same pool for my kids for Easter and wanted to use my sand filter for it instead of the junk that came with it. This video is EXACTLY what I was looking for. Thank you for sharing. Now I know that it will work and I can stop stressing about it 😂
Same
Same! I’ve been searching for a video like this hoping I could make it happen 😂
Thank you so much! Your video was the easiest setup than the other people that posted and saved me a huge headache and time!
Wow...was looking for the answered as to whether you hook up the original filter. Answer came within the last 5 seconds. Great video
Thanks for sharing. A co worker gave me his sand filter pump today after watching install videos none of them had the summer waves with skimmer.. i was stressing that it won’t work (bummer) then I stumbled upon your video! Thank you sir!
THANK YOU! I have a sand pump that I didn't think would work with the pool we just bought! I'm changing this out now!
Excellent got the same filter and followed your directions and it's working great ,thanks so much
If you did this the same way… do you have to plug in and run the stock filter at the same time?
@RyanW413 Yes,but I choose to run it together,better results and pool is much cleaner
Thanks for the information provided in this video. Very useful. Ty
Thanks for this video my brother exactly what I was looking for because of that filter on the wall set up. I didn’t think it was posible thanks a lot for this
This is what I was looking for. I have this filter and this pump and didn’t know if it would work
Wow thanks mate! Exactly the video I needed!
Thanks so much for the video. This is the same pool I have and it’s exactly what I am wanting to do!
Thank you for uploading this I’ve been going crazy looking for a conversion for the hoses and now I know I can just keep existing filter and add the hoses to that awesome !!
Danmmmm I was going crazy until I found this video man thanks
I just ordered the stuff to do this myself, but I ordered a replacement cap for the bottom of the summer waves filter so I can remove the entire pump so I don't need to have that as a bottleneck. You can also either order or 3d print an adaptor that slots into the top of the filter hanging on the pool and creates a seal so you can attach a vacuum.
Yeah, I just did it the back alley way and got the stuff at the hardware store for a few bucks. It's still going strong 2 years later.
Thank you for confirming I don't need to keep the cartridge filter with the sand filter. I have the 16inch Intex sand filter which ran to an old Intex pool but it held up past that pool and now serving the summer Waves
Can you show a pic of how your running the hoses please. Like an over the top view
Thank you. I was wondering if this worked That's the way I was gonna hook it up but I didn't know if it workI just purchased one.😊
Thank you so much I have the same problems, with the hook up lines. Great video.
Exactly what I was looking for! I'm trying it.
I was so thankful I found your video! No connectors from Amazon worked to the job! I bought the same filter as yours and I have a 14' summer wave pool. I did just what you said and it's perfect. The only thing I would add was that you needed a razor to trim off the extra plastic from expanding the pool hole to fit the water out take.
Great video man. I have the same pool . Looking to do the same upgrade.
Same here
So I also have the intex sand filter and I just bought a summer waves 14 foot round ultra frame and I was hesitant to ruin my stock piping from the sand filter. You can angle the rubber fitting and twist it right on! Then take the clamp and clamp right behind the lip on the hose! Works great and I didnt have to modify the pipe!
Hi thank you for explaining this. I am confused. I see he bought an adapter that connects with the old pump but how does the new pump then connect to the hole? Does the rubber fitting come included with the pump? Thank you!
@UTRGV-Student the rubber fitting was bought at a local hardware store. It's a reducer from the pool hose size down the the pump size. You'd have to take both hoses in the be sure you have the right fit.
I had to cut the hole with a razor just a little to get the new hose going from the pump back to the pool. The new hose connection is slightly larger than the existing hole on the pool. So I literally just made a few cuts to the existing hole until it fits.
Great video. Just what I needed to know to get my pool setup
i did the same on my pool. i bought the 16 though. I have had my pool for the 3rd season. it works great. to keep you pool from getting green in the winter, winterized it then cover it. you don't have to drain it.
I bought the 16 as well so that when I upgrade to a bigger pool I can still use it.
This exactly what I was looking for
Nice video ! 👏🏽 I’m actually going to be doing the same set up today I have one question though!? did you plug in both power cords for both filters to run it Or did you just plug in the sand filter pump ? Thank I’m advance
Did you use both or one plug
@@nicolebenn5628 I figured it out I actually took the original filter off the skimmer like he said . it was super easy to detached from the skimmer no tools needed and used the round black sealer that the skimmer came with to seal the bottom from water coming out and tighten the bottom lid with it fits perfect but to answer your question I just plugged in the sand pump
@@jbandzz2389 thank you where did you purchase yours from? I’m using the one that came with the pool but was to told to invest in a sand filter.
@@nicolebenn5628 yes sand filter is key! That thing works Amazing on your pool and is way more efficient than the cartridge filters 👎🏽 don’t know why these companies even use those anymore..as long as your keeping pool covered and adding your chemicals every week the sand filter will do all the work 🙌🏽 but I got mine from Amazon “intex 3000gph sand filter” they have 10,12,20,22in and bigger just depends on size of your pool they can be a little pricey but worth every penny
We have both of this and we have ours set up just like you do. It keeps our water clean BUT it does not move anything off the bottom. I have to use a broom or make my kids get in to stir it up so I can use the skimmer.
I use the skimmer, I don't think any pump can clean the bottom.
@@FitsandFun my pump just ran for 6 hours and when i went out to look I was in the yellow on the gauge and absolutely nothing was coming out of the return. What is wrong?
Mine gets weak from time to time, I run the backwash for a few minutes and the pressure returns like new.
Is yours set up exactly like mine?
@@FitsandFun yes!
Just got this pump, thanks for the video!
Are you still running your summer waves pump also? I removed my motor and purchased the adapter cap to close off the bottom.
Summerwaves Conversion Kit for Skimmer Pumps is what I used so I run only the sand pump.
No, I removed everything I could out of the summer waves pump and use it as a pass through.
Have you tried hooking up a vacuum to the skimmer with the new set up? I have the 16ft summer waves and the pump is pathetic. I’m definitely considering purchasing one of these sand pumps to keep it clean. Thanks for the video.
I haven't tried i vacuum yet. I'd imagine it would work great considering how strong the water flow is.
I have the same pool and have a huge algae problem. Shocked the pool like crazy and no luck. I’m thinking the original pump can handle it. Now to find that sand pump.
I don't use a vacuum. I hand skim the bottom.
@@danaparr5108 I have the same pool and the Intex sand pump and filter. My pump came with the Intex vacuum. I love it!
I’ve been struggling with the same issues. I wish I would have found this video sooner
Will a 8 or 10 inch intex pump work for a 3,512 gallon Pool just fine ? Its also a 14 ft summer waves
Wow , my hero of the day 😀 thank you so much
Thank you for you the good explanation my only question is do I have to keep the original pump on? We bought this filer because out original pump broke is no longer turning on
No, you do not keep the original pump on. In fact if you twist all the components out of the old pump from the inside, it really helps with the water flow. You can reach inside the old filter and the parts will twist out fairly easily. So just the case for the old filter is hanging. Just don't twist the bottom off the old filter.
They sell a cover for the bottom so you can completely remove the pump out of the skimmer. I think it's like 7 bucks on Amazon sensor since you're sucking water through the other pump you're probably lacking some pressure as well.
link?
What’s it called for where’s the link?
Thank you!!! You're a life saver.
How do you service the pump side screen dirt catcher
Thank you for posting!
I am a little nervous about cutting slits in the return outlet hole to make the larger return jet fit. Did you end up having any problems with this? How many slits did you cut?
No problems. I just cut a tiny bit at a time until it fit. Then after when I screwed the hose back on, I couldn't tell it was even done. It didn't need much.
Great vid and information but that Busa at 2:08 sounded amazing. Someone must have pulled out infront of the rider
Hello real y good video what’s was that monsterous noise lol, you mentioned you didn’t touch the old pump some guys say it restricts the flow of you do not remove it?
I ended up gutting the old pump after this video. It did allow water to flow much easier through the worthless summer waves pump.
I’m getting ready to do the same thing. And I got the same exact rubber fittings you did. Did you have to Teflon the inside of them to keep them from leaking?
What is size of rubber fitting I need?I have the same pool and filter
Bought the sand filter just need the details of the fitting
I have the same pool and problem thank you bud for making this video I’m going to copy for my son and wife thank you
Thank you so much! I have a question. I followed your advice as suggested but the water flow is very slow. What could be happening? I did the backwash, rinse and filter as suggested?
I'd recommend you check the old filter. You can screw everything out of it and that will definitely help your flow. You can just reach your hand in from the top and unscrew almost everything inside there, so basically the guts of the old filter.
This is great! Do you know which intex sand filter we have to buy for summer wave 14ft 42inch pool?
That's the exact size of this pool. I think the Intex Krystal Clear 14" is probably overkill, that's the one I got. So I'm sure the 12" would be fine. Either one should be way better than the weak one that comes with it.
Thank you so much. would this work also?
www.ebay.com/itm/Intex-26643EG-1200-GPH-10-inch-Above-Ground-Pool-Sand-Filter-Pump-w-Auto-Timer/353084077945?pageci=9e20320b-a01f-463b-9548-f6cade564aa0&epid=18025201404
This is super old so I'm not sure if you'll see this but I'm curious if you removed the impeller if it would flow better. I'm looking at this filter and have a summer waves pool also and i was concerned existing pump would not allow good enough flow.
Yes, I removed it. It worked much better afterwards
@FitsandFun good to hear, thanks!
Can I use salt instead of sand??
Very new to this. Thank you for the help
I have no idea about salt, sorry.
Hey do you run both the skimmer pump and sand pump together
I plan to get 16 in large model for my 10 thousand gallon pool.
Do this work for the funscirle pool to
Perfect video thank you 😉
did you leave your pump in the summer waves skimmer? I ended up taking mine out there was no point in it even being in there anymore.
okay so how do i exactly connect my intex sand filter to the summer waves existing filter???
Thank you so much. I actually have this exact pool and bought the sand filter and was going to start hooking up tomorrow. How does it clean now? Factory filter sucked.
It cleans exceptionally well, especially compared to the worthless pump Summer Waves supplies. Very powerful. Just make sure to backwash the filter once a week for about a minute or so, or when the exit water seems to get weak. Other than that it's probably overkill for the pool.
just hooked up the sand filter and ran it for 2 hours last night it's night and day versus the filter that came with the Summer Waves pool. now just need a better vacuum to get the gunk off the floor of the pool
@@FitsandFun would a pump 16in would be to big for the 14x42 pool
I have a bestway pool i bought an intex sand filter for and its a mess.. I have no idea. I need help lol.
What I was looking for thanks
Great video... thanks you saved my pool
Did you end up having to put any plunge valves in to stop the flow of water when emptying the basket on the intex filter?
No, what you see in this video is all I did to make it work. After the video I discovered that you can unscrew the a small part inside the original intex filter and it really helped with water flow. Very simple to unscrew inside the motor where the water flow is.
Can I use an extension cord to plug it in.. my place is too far for plug in
As long as it's the proper gauge. I've used one the entire time.
What I want to hear is how clean is your water now? Has it really reduced your maintenance, and keeping your water looking better?
Yes it did. I've used it for the last two years. Huge difference.
To anyone who has this pool, on mine I had an issue with the skimmer basket kept popping loose and causing an issue with the water entering the skimmer housing.. if you are also having this problem I remedy this by using a fernco attached to the underside of the skimmer basket as a way to hold it down in place and not pop up, has been working great for a few years now.
So u slit the pool liner to fit the new part we're it pushes water back into the pool. I'm was trying to connect today but wouldn't fit
Yes, I slit it and actually cut the liner out enough to fit the new larger fitting. Then I really tightened it down. And it doesn't leak.
Hey thanks! About to set ours up again.
What did you use to connect the white Intex hose yo the old summer waves pump? Did you have to use a hose clamp?
I showed and explained it in the video.
I just ordered my new sand pool pump! The pump came with my pool already does not work it hasn’t been a year yet. So what is that part on out take inside pool? Mine does not have it
I'm not sure exactly what part you are referring to?
How are the slits in the pool to make the opening larger holding up after 2 years?
I'm on my second pool of the same exact model. The pool in this video got destroyed by a toy my son brought into the pool and tore up the bottom. But the slits on the side never became an issue. The holes in the bottom were our issue.
@@FitsandFun okay terrific...thanks for the reply! I really appreciate you making this video for everyone to learn from.
I know this is an old video at this point, but I did the exact same thing. Thanks for the video! Did you have any issues with the hoses kinking or air getting into the strainer basket area?
Initially I did. Then I twisted out all the internal components of the summer waves filter for better water flow and it worked much better.
@@FitsandFun pulled out the impeller and broke apart some of the restricting plastic pieces and that did the trick! I have a smaller size Summer Waves pump so there was no conversion plate available.
I desperately need a question answered....does this setup work if the summer waves pump is broken? Does the summer waves filter need to function at all?
Yes. This bypasses the summer waves pump. The summer waves pump needs to be in tact and not leaking, so the water can flow through it to the larger pump. But the pump does not need to be funtional. In fact, it's best to twist out the impeller from the summer waves pump for better water flow.
How do u backwash where does the backwash water goes
There's a backwash setting on top of the filter. The backwash just shoots out of the back of the filter into my yard. Very easy to switch back and forth.
I actually have this same set up, but did you plug the original filter in also for a dual effect or did you take the motor out?
I did not plug the original filter in, and I took all the guts out of the motor from the inside. It all twists out fairly easily. Then it really flows well and doesn't get clogged.
Just purchased an intex sand pump also. I also have a summer waves pool and have gone through TWO of the pumps that came with the pool (just like the one you have). Does the old pump need to be plugged in/ work???
Nope, just pull out all the guts of the old pump to allow maximum water flow. The guts screw out of the old pump.
Just upgraded my Summerwaves pool filter to Intex but can’t seem to get it to work properly.. can someone help??!
On filter mode it doesn't suck water in very fast at all even though the pressure is in the green when I put it on recirculate the pressure gauge doesn't move at all but it sucks way faster more like I would expect from the original pump it's exactly like the one you have hanging from your pool I have the exact same sand filter pump tied into it. If anyone can help
Did you take all of the guts out of the pump hanging on the pool? There are a few things in that pump that will twist out and increase water flow into the new filter. It should suck water in pretty aggressively and have a really strong exit pressure as well.
so the summer waves skim filter doesnt need to be plugged in correct? thanks
Correct. It's just there because it creates too big of a hole to take off.
Is there an easy way to clean the skimmer on the intex pump with out the water coming from the summer waves skimmer overflowing everything with water and getting the clear top screwed back on?
Your pool came with a big black round thing to plug the hole on the skimmer why you do maintenance. The water that is already in the skimmer will come out no matter what but at least it will keep pool water from entering into the skimmer and coming out. You also have to plug the discharge back into the pool as well because water will backflow into your pump system. You can add on a shutoff valves which would make maintenance a lot easier but they are quite an expense.
Do you hve have the filter thats connected to the pool running too or just the sand filter
Just the sand filter. I gutted the old filter on the pool. Everything twists out from the inside. Very simple to do.
How do you vacuum your pool with this setup
I've never tried. I use the skimmer and clean the bottom the hard way. I need a vacuum.
Did you replace the cap on bottom of pump that came with pool?
No, I didn't replace any parts on the original pump. After this video I did actually unscrew the internal parts of the motor and it helped with the water flow. These are fairly small parts inside the original filter, not the entire motor of the filter.
Hi what kind of sand did you use for he new intex sand pump
Generic pool filter sand I bought at a Meijer store. Not sure what brand
So you don’t have the existing summer waves pool filter pump plugged in correct? Just making sure! Thanks
Correct. Existing is not plugged in
How did u cut off the water supply on the skimmer hose to clean out the pre-filter basket?
Have you found a way to hook up and use a vacuum with this filter?
I haven't tried yet. I need to get one.
I'm assuming, that the old pool filter ISNT plugged in and running.?
No. Definitely not plugged in.
@Aarons Practical Reviews so basically it's just hanging there with no filter..
Cool..
Yeah, the hole that they make to hang it makes it almost impossible to replace, so I just bypassed the filter this way.
What the black piece called
What did you do with the motor that came with the original pool??
I gutted the original filter and took as much out of it as possible to let the water flow through to the new filter.
Did you have to cut off the rib in the intex hoses to attach the adapter?
Do you run both filters to make this work or is the original filter gutted and just being used without being connected?
No, the original is gutted. It's just to big and awkward to replace with anything else.
How do you hook a pool vacuum to this?
How does it work for vacuuming?
I never used a vacuum with it. I cleaned the bottom the hard way, with a skimmer.
Hey I know you made this video a while ago but I just had a quick question for you. I want to do the same to my 14’ round summer wave pool but I’m questioning whether to get the 12” or 14” pump. Thanks.
I don't know what one is the right one, but my unprofessional opinion is to go with the bigger one. Cleaner water faster. But I'm probably wrong.
Does both have to be plugged in
No, water is just flowing through the original filter. I'd remove it entirely, but the hole is so large and odd that it's almost impossible to remove and fix.
So then only one you have to plug in is the sand filter then?
Yes.
@@FitsandFun thank you so much
Did you remove the pump from the existing filter or just leave it in?
You can leave it in, but for better water flow I removed it. It just twisted out.
How do you vaccuum the pool now? I have the same pool and upgraded to a similar pump.
I actually dont vacuum the pool, I just clean the bottom once a week with a skimmer. It's a pain, but It's worked for 2 years.
Do you have a link for that discharge head that's in the pool?
I don't, you may want to try Intexpools.com. I've ordered parts off that site and they have pretty much everything needed.
Were you able to leave the existing pump in or did you have to find something else to plug the bottom? Or is the existing summer waves pump still in place?
I leave the existing pump on.
I have the same pool and am looking to do the exact same thing. Tyvm!
How did you cut the bigger hole?
With scissors. Just big enough to fit the larger pipe through
@@FitsandFun Great, thanks!
How has it gone with the filter does it still work? I have the same size pool and I’m doubting buying 12’”or 14” Which one do you recommend me to buy? Thank you
I like your video, but you really took the hard way to do all this. I did the exact same thing, and with spending a little bit of money is much easier. They sell a replacement bottom plate for the skimmer that does not have the plug wire in it, so you can just remove the filter and the bottom skimmer plate and replace it with a solid one for about 10 bucks on eBay. Also instead of cutting the return and using ferncos, you could have just bought Intex brand 1.25 to 1.5 inch adapters (also ebay for $10- 15 for set od 2) and use adapters to hook the 1.25 hose to and from the pump/filter. Very easy.... you accomplished the exact same thing but took the harder way to get there, probably saved yourself around 10 to 15 dollars doing it your way though.
Can you send a link for that bottom plate?
I bought the 1.25 to 1.5 adapter but the SPX-1000 filter (same as in this video) has an output tube on the pump is too big. The 1-1/4 end of the adapter is the exact same size at the output tube, so unless I really force it on there (which I worry would break it) it doesn't seem to fit. Maybe the adapter is made for the smaller (non-skimming) filters.
does the summer waves pump have to be plugged in and working to do this? My summer waves pump will not power on. I want to convert to an intex but apparently, I have to leave that one attached to the pool.
No, I don't plug it in. I just try to bypass it completely. I can't take it off because of the way it's set up. So I just let the water go through it to the intex pump.
@@FitsandFun they recently came out with the conversion kits to where you’re able to remove the old pump entirely and screw on a new lid to the bottom of the old filter.
@@boostedk20z1 do you know where you can buy the conversion kit thx!
Did you have to take off the weir for the strainer for water flow?
Thank you
This was great! I have the exact pool and similar pump.... my problem is getting a good prime (no bubbles/air) because we have no shut offs how did you overcome the prime issues?
Thanks again!
I didn't have that issue. A few times when the water suction was low it made some weird gurgling sounds and the water flow into the pump wasn't strong enough. So I cleared out some debris that was inside the summer waves pump. A few broken leaves that got into the filter exit valve going to the Intex pump. Other than that I haven't had any issues.
@@FitsandFun thank you for the quick response!
God bless