The Superpump is I believe, full-rated, not uprated. Generally "Above Ground" pumps are uprated and "In Ground" pumps are full rated. Superpump is an "In Ground" pump.

I have the 2 speed version of your pump--it came with the speed selector switch right on it! I'm ball-parking that you have 17-18,000 gallons. I use it at low speed for everything but backwashing (I use a self-powered robotic for vacuuming). Low speed uses far less electricity and is far quieter.


I wonder if you can replace just the motor with a 1hp 2 speed, and keep the pump? Hayward doesn't actually make their own motors.....hmmmmmm. Al?