Looking for a new filter for this pool, and a potential pool upgrade upcoming.

[meganv]

My current filter housing has cracked on the bottom. Now I have a constant dibble of water, and I lose at least an inch of pool water when I run my pump for any extended period. Time to upgrade. Rather than by another used filter set up (buying used seems to be causing me headaches) I am looking to purchase new.

Looking to keep it low cost if possible. Currently have a 5K gallon soft sided pool, but may be upgrading slightly this year. The new pool would still be less than 6K gallons.

Open to a cartridge filter, although I understand that sand filters are really nice?

Any suggestions for me?

 

[frustratedpoolmom]

I was always a proponent of cartridge filters - but having used all types now, I like Sand for the ease of use and maintenance aspect. With such a small pool, you should be able to find a new system for around $300.

 

[meganv]

Any suggestions for sand filters? Are the intex ones any good?

 

[PAGirl]

I love my Intex sand filter. Took my water from clear, to sparkly! I happened to get mine for $99. Two years ago from Walmart,com.

 

[meganv]

Will a sand filter be ok with my (admittedly over sized) 1.5hp pump? Or will that be to much water pressure on the filter?

 

[frustratedpoolmom]

Its a bit big for that size pump. Maybe go with a slightly larger filter. Look on Craigs List or Ebay for new. You could get lucky since it's just the filter and not a pump too.