Online dealer recommendations?

[NWMNMom]

I have spent HOURS and HOURS going back and forth searching for my steps, a replacement solar panel and a new leaf canister. So, given that I have prices up the wazoo, just looking for some personal opinions/experiences on fast delivery, good customer service, etc. We have used BestBuyPoolSupply.com and a few others.

None that we have used in the past seem to have everything we want this time around in one place - so I'm shopping! Any recommendations? Good experiences? thanks.

[cleancloths]

I would go to ebay for solar panels, they are generally half the price or less of the on-line pool stores.

[NWMNMom]

Any recommendations on Ebay dealers? I never know who is good and to be trusted. thanks.

[cleancloths]

I just ordered a set of panels on e-bay from an outfit called neelypools. They have good ratings and seem to sell a lot. I think I ordered the exact same item you were looking for and the by-it-now price including shipping was $169. It is due to be delivered this monday.

[sammm]

Any recommendations on Ebay dealers? I never know who is good and to be trusted. thanks.

Judge them by their feedback. Usually a very good indicator.

[NWMNMom]

I'm replacing panels by attrition (as they wear out) so am really trying to move over to the 4x20 panels so I don't have to plumb so much or connect together. Its all hard plumbed so it makes more sense and looks neater to have just one larger panel on each side than 2 smaller. (we currently have 2.5 left working of the 4 - 1 has just seen too many years, the next one is on its last leg. Even with proper care, they wear out.

[nater]

NWMMMom,
How many years did your panels last? Did you have to tear them down every winter? Thanks!