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Thanks for the comment and question. Did this years ago, but from what I remember, the clear vinyl was actually just glued from the factory beneath the white convertible top. I couldn't have inserted the new clear piece inside a groove, even if I wanted to. I glued the new clear vinyl atop the old remaining piece in the car. This created a great seal with the glue between both smooth clear vinyl pieces. Hope this explains it better. Again, my car did not have a sewn in rear window - was glued.

I didn't make note when I purchased, but believe it was at least 1.5mil thickness. Suggest to use that or slightly thicker.

The check-valve is actually not ABS, but CPVC. My mistake while shooting the video. That said, you cannot use regular PVC cement to join PVC to CPVC. It's recommended to use a Primer first, but ultimately you should be using a CPVC cement.

The check-valve is actually not ABS, but CPVC. My mistake while shooting the video. That said, you cannot use regular PVC cement to join PVC to CPVC. It's recommended to use a Primer first, but ultimately you should be using a CPVC cement to weld the two

The check-valves can come in different diameter sizes, most common are 1.5, 2.0 and 2.5". I installed a 2.0" because that is the size PVC tubing coming out of my heater.

100% correct if its hayward or jandy its CPVC, all black fittings designed for pool equipment i have ever come across are CPVC (Pump inlet outlet half unions connectors, heater inlet outlet half union connectors), not saying that older stuff couldn't be different but anything newer like the style he was showing in the video both for that check valve and the heater connections

Thanks for the feedback, you are correct. The check-valve is actually not ABS, but CPVC. My mistake while shooting the video. That said, you cannot use regular PVC cement to join PVC to CPVC. It's recommended to use a Primer first, but ultimately you should be using a CPVC cement.

Hi. Most check valves can be serviced. Try to find the make and model, or remove the flapper or take a photo and go to your pool supply store for the part. They are typically just a few screws on the clear window and remove the internal flapper. If you can't find it - the check valves themselves are not very expensive to completely replace. Good Luck!

@Seb's Home Projects Thank you a lot Sr

Thanks - hope it goes well for you too.

Thanks for your comment and question. Watched your video and looks like that 3 foot PVC hose is a filter bypass. But why? I haven't seen this in any pool design and not sure what it is meant to achieve. I've only ever seen this type of connection was to feed a water feature with the filtered water, like a water slide or waterfall. Sorry I couldn't be of more help and good luck fixing your pump issues. In my experience - noisy older pumps is usually an indication of potential failure.

Sorry - I didn't buy online. See my other reply for a tip on where I found the thickest gauge clear vinyl.

i’m pretty sure you can find it at your local walmart even

Hi, I didn't buy online so can't send a link unfortunately. The suggestion to check Walmart might be a OK, but I found the gauge at big box stores to be too thin. I had best luck going to a local Italian mom-and-pop housewares store. They had a very thick gauge vinyl used for protecting dining tables that I couldn't find anywhere else.

I have been using these stair covers for over 14 years with no problems. If you are really concerned about people stepping on them, you could add a sheet of 4x8' plywood before stapling the tarpoline over it. The only thing that I've needed to do is replace one of the 2x3's from moisture damage. In my area, 2x3's are finger-jointed and the glue doesn't hold up over time if very damp. Using 2x4's avoids this problem completely.

Sorry - I don't know. I have only ever owned C3's and one C5. The convertible C5 having a glass rear window.

Yes it does mine was cracked I did it the same way he did it worked perfectly.

Thanks for confirming Larry.

Thank you for your feedback, and comment regarding the 90 degree elbow. I've been struggling with that one, as changing to a sweeping 90 pushes the pool pump back another 4-6 inches which then gets in the way of other plumbing because of how and where the inlet line comes through the concrete pad. I have an idea that I might try next season. Cheers.

If you accidentally glue the check valve the wrong way don't worry. You can just take out the screws, remove the clear cover with flap and turn it around then put screws back on. :)

Curious to know if you did it and how it worked out.

Hi Frank - I'm glad it was helpful and that you were able to get the results you wanted. Not many workarounds like this one that gets you such a big bang for the buck, when you consider the alternative of swapping out the whole top. Great tip about covering the top to protect from drips. Cheers.

Hi thanks for your video very helpful but could you let me know exactly what kind of plastic you used or if you have a link please?

still holding?

Held strong for over a year until I sold the car. Our weather changes from extreme heat and humidity in the summer to extreme cold in the winters. It held through all that, so I image it will continue to do so for years to come.

See my other replies for tips on where I sourced it.