Doughboy Oval Installation Help

by Tim
(Kalama, WA)

I am having a very hard time finding a manual to set up my 18'X38' Doughboy. Can anyone help me please??

Thanks



Hi Tim. I answered this as a comment on another page but it is worth doing here also. Doughboy-pools.com has PDF instructions for all of their different models.

The Doughboy oval pools are some of the best built pools made, they are also some of the hardest to install. Installing the Doughboy side brace assemblies is what makes it harder than other brands. Take your time and be very precise in your measuring and be sure to use some type of transit to help you level. There is no room for shortcuts or sloppy work with this type of pool.

Below are some pages that might help.

Oval Installation

The page shows a different type of brace system but the overall steps are the same. The next page shows the type of buttress you probably have and how it is installed.

Above Ground Pool
Directions

This page shows a Doughboy pool getting a new liner installed.

Expandable Liner Installation

While in some ways the Doughboy oval pools can be difficult to install Doughboy pools in general are some of the easiest. This is because they are so consistent. Everything fits the way it is supposed to, every time. Be sure to install the pool frame before installing the liner. This allow you to make sure the pool is perfect in every way. It also allows you to install a perfect, wrinkle free liner.