Will be replacing my 1 1/2 HP pump but after much reading am still confused as to best size. When i replaced my original StaRite pump i just went with same size. After doing some reading on flow rates i'm confused on exactly what HP pump i should get. I have 1 skimmer, 3 returns on side opposite skimmer, 2 jets on step, no bottom drain. No water features or extras. I do have 1 return that was for Polaris cleaner that i no longer use, its on same side as skimmer pretty much toward top of water level. ( I usually leave it shut off, is this ok or should i be using it as a return also?)
But main question:
My filter is rated at 62 GPM, current pump is rated at 84 GPM. If i understand correctly i would be limited by my piping size, which is 1 1/2 inch, which would be about 43 GPM. Is this correct? Is pump over 43 GPM basically overkill? I thought about dropping down to 1 or possibly even 3/4 HP.
And lastly would i benefit from 2 speed or a variable speed pump? Brands i'm considering , (in my current price range ) are XtremepowerUS and Harris pumps. Any thoughts on those pump brands?
But main question:
My filter is rated at 62 GPM, current pump is rated at 84 GPM. If i understand correctly i would be limited by my piping size, which is 1 1/2 inch, which would be about 43 GPM. Is this correct? Is pump over 43 GPM basically overkill? I thought about dropping down to 1 or possibly even 3/4 HP.
And lastly would i benefit from 2 speed or a variable speed pump? Brands i'm considering , (in my current price range ) are XtremepowerUS and Harris pumps. Any thoughts on those pump brands?