Quote Originally Posted by MaxxFusion View Post
I finally got my sand filter piped in last weekend. Its been running for about 2 weeks now and I coulnt be happier. I have yet to put any de in the filter but still planning to do so. When taking apart my cartridge filter I couldnt believe how dirty it was with pollen. My water actually seems clearer. Maybe its just my imagination but thats ok.

Thanks to everyone.
I have that filter as well--6 years now. The only things I've done is lube the spider gasket, replace the gauge, and this year, replace the drain cap.

I haven't been using the DE much as I have been using the skimmer socks and running my Blue Diamond once a week so my water has been super-clear--and I've been lazy about it.