oh, I didn't know the constant cleanings I've been doing with muriatic acid has actually been reducing the life of the cell. the tech over the phone told me to clean it once a month due to the high calcium levels in my area and also suggest I used more acid. was this bad information from them? I feel like I've caused my own demise.

The Autopilot looks good, especially the new one that's not out yet which automates adding acid. It's a quite a bit more expensive than Aquarite. I can get an Aquarite for $660 shipped these days (uninstalled).

J