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    Default Is it ok to go bigger with the sand filter?

    I know this has been discussed, but I cannot find it. I am looking at getting a better sand filter and am think of going larger than what I could probably get away with. Is there any issue with doing this?

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    Default Re: Is it ok to go bigger with the sand filter?

    Not to my knowledge.
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    Default Re: Is it ok to go bigger with the sand filter?

    Quote Originally Posted by mjs31 View Post
    I know this has been discussed, but I cannot find it. I am looking at getting a better sand filter and am think of going larger than what I could probably get away with. Is there any issue with doing this?

    Thanks
    I think it's a good thing...

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    Default Re: Is it ok to go bigger with the sand filter?

    Just don't "upgrade" your pump bigger, as per the poolsolutions.com tips.
    IG 32' x 16', vinyl 19,500 l, Sand filter, Hawyard Low NOx 250,000 btu heater
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    Default Re: Is it ok to go bigger with the sand filter?

    Quote Originally Posted by Spensar View Post
    Just don't "upgrade" your pump bigger, as per the poolsolutions.com tips.
    Nope...would never go with the larger pump. Very happy with my 3/4hp 2 speed that I bought instead of the one that came with the pool.

    Thanks for everyones help

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