Hello All

I am thinking of replacing my ancient Sandmaster filter with a slightly larger new filter.

I am looking at Pentair filters (to match my planned upgrade to a Pentair Superflo 1 HP pump) Does anyone have any opinions about the two Top Mount filter lines offered by Pentair? They offer Tagleus and Sand Dollar.

I am looking at either the Taglius TA 60 or the Sand Dollar SD 60.

some stats: area/ diameter/ sand#/ Flow Rate GPM/ TO@8 hrs
Tagleus : 3.1 / 24.5 / 325 / 60 / 28000
Sand Dollar : 2.3 / 22 / 200 / 60 / 28800

So, I guess I wonder, what are the differences going to give in performance, etc. Also, although I am familiar with top mount, is there a compelling reason to switch to side-mount?

Some pool stats
IG Vinyl 12K gallon
1.5" plumbing
pool only, no spa

Any advice would be welcomed!

Thanks,
J