Please help me pick a new DE Filter

[TheGoose]

I have struggled to maintain clarity in my pool for several years now. The details are in this thread: http://www.poolforum.com/pf2/showthr...ening-Problems.

I didn't know at the time that my 325# sand filter was sized too small for my 1-HP pump. The only other thing I can do at this time is do a complete sand change (4th time) and only run the pump on low speed. I really don't want to do this again. I am convinced that because my pool gets clobbered by leaves etc. that a sand filter just does not do a good job on my pool and I want to go back to DE.

My previous filter was an old Sta-Rite DE Grid filter. When I upgraded my pump and filter 6 years ago I decided to go to Sand because I thought it would be less maintenance but that has not been the case for me. I realize that the DE may be a little more work but I'm willing to trade that for better water quality.

I noticed that most Mods and contributors on this board are reluctant to recommend a brand but I am really clueless here. I like the Pentair brand so that's what I'll probably go back with but I noticed that there are several flavors of models for each brand. The other one I'm looking at is the Hayward.

If nothing else is there any particular model I should stay away from? I really like the Top valve configuration, is there any that would have a similar set-up to my Tagelus 60D that I currently have?

Thanks for your help. If you don't want to state your opinion in the open then PM's are welcome.

[TheGoose]

Any opinions?

[TheGoose]

Blue White flowmeter in hand. I'll know for sure what my flow is in the next few days.

[Watermom]

I'm sorry you are not getting any replies. I don't know specifics about DE models since I use a sand filter. Maybe somebody else will chime in here with an opinion?

[waste]

Hey, Goose

I'm not sure you need to buy a new filter. We can discuss that later.

When you install the flowmeter, PLEASE be sure to follow the instructions for placement!!! (a flowmeter that is installed without following the "10/5 rule is just a waste of $ !)

[TheGoose]

Can you give me some quick tips? The directions that came with it were quite spartan. I assume you mean about the space before and after with no bends etc.? I should be able to do that.

Also the way it looks I just drill a hole in the pipe big enough for the pilot and then clamp it on with the gasket? Again, the directions were not very detailed.