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    Downgrading from a 3/4hp to 1/2hp Hayward super pump

    Well I did the math and my pool has 13,000 gallons which, to turn over every 12 hours will take a pump that can flow 18GPM. Hayward tells me that even at 40" of head the 1/2hp pump can still do 29GPM. I know all the math tells me I'm more than in the clear, but I'm looking for real life...
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    Downgrading from a 3/4hp to 1/2hp Hayward super pump

    Hi all, FIRST POST!!! :) I bought this house a couple years ago and I've only opened the pool this year. Big learning experience and in the few months I've been reading TFP I feel I've learn enough to be able to manage this myself (and make some improvements!!!). After starting her up for...