I'm getting ready to replace my 32 year old Hayward sand filter with a new cartridge filter. And while I'm at it, I'll be replacing my Hayward Super Pump. I have a 16300 gallon vinyl pool. I've decided on the Hayward SwimClear C3030 (325 sq ft) cartridge filter and a Hayward Super Pump VS (W3SP2603VSP).
My question concerns pvc piping. My existing system uses 1-1/2" pipe. The Super Pump comes with 1-1/2" connections but the SwimClear comes with 2" connections. Would it be worth increasing the above ground pvc piping I have, piping I can access, from pump suction to the discharge going in-ground, from 1-1/2" to 2" or just replace the piping I need to install the new pump and filter with the original 1-1/2" size? I really can't see the minimal piping replaced having any noticeable improvement, but it never hurts to ask.
My question concerns pvc piping. My existing system uses 1-1/2" pipe. The Super Pump comes with 1-1/2" connections but the SwimClear comes with 2" connections. Would it be worth increasing the above ground pvc piping I have, piping I can access, from pump suction to the discharge going in-ground, from 1-1/2" to 2" or just replace the piping I need to install the new pump and filter with the original 1-1/2" size? I really can't see the minimal piping replaced having any noticeable improvement, but it never hurts to ask.