looking to purchase an above ground pool in the Hudson Valley, NY

[PoolDoc]

Shipped to my house, no cost. Should I spring the extra 60 for their 2 stage pump.

As far as I know, there's no such thing as a "2 stage pump" for pools. So, I don't know what they are selling, but I suspect them of playing 'fast and loose' with the facts.

[CarlD]

As far as I know, there's no such thing as a "2 stage pump" for pools. So, I don't know what they are selling, but I suspect them of playing 'fast and loose' with the facts.

Maybe they're using a big snow-blower for the pump? Those things come in single and two stage!

[hotforpool]

Maybe I used the wrong term? Variable speed?

[PoolDoc]

Dunno. You talked to the guy. But as far as I know, nobody sells VS pumps for AG pools.

[hotforpool]

http://www.namcopool.com/2-hp-2sp-ho...otor-2867.html


This is what I could trade out too. Is this worth it? Oversized for 24 round? I was looking at a DE filter as well.

[CarlD]

Maybe I used the wrong term? Variable speed?

Looks like 2 speeds. Pumps do come in 2 speeds and if you get one, you'll never look back.

[PoolDoc]

Pick your filter, first -- THEN pick your pump. The 2 HP Waterway is too big for most AG filters:



http://www.waterwayplastics.com/prod...me-48-frame-2/

[hotforpool]

Filter is DE - EC40ac Perflex system by Hayward. Pump is a 2 speed 2 HP variable speed. Advised me to run it slow for filtration and high speed when vacuuming.

Thoughts?

Also, the installation company offered to install a bottom drain made by Hayward. Thoughts on this?

[PoolDoc]

You don't need a 2HP pump to vacuum.

[hotforpool]

Yeah I figured. Grew up with a 24 round and parent always has 3/4 horse to a 1 horse. It is the only variable speed pump they have.

I got him to throw a ton of stuff for free. Pretty much whatever we wanted. I was reading here that the VS pump was the way to go so I asked for one. If it will be detrimental I can just swap it out.