Recent content by drdaddy

Great info here! I am about to install a new VS speed pump. Unfortunately I fried my old single speed last Fall. (Or maybe fortunately... the new pump will be much better.) :) After reading up on this issue, I'm certain I would like to add a good surge protector to my system. The problem...

Well that was quick! HAHA! I already see the plaque under my name, so I'll give it go. My equipment pad is just behind the fence at the corner of the house.

I've hit my limit for uploads... at least until my Supporter payment is processed! :) You guys have literally saved me hundreds of dollars in the last year! As soon as my account is updated, I'll include a couple more photos.

Here are some photos of my equipment pad. - - - Updated - - -

OK. Having read and researched some more, I am now leaning towards going with the 2 speed option. Savings up front may not be that much between some of the 2 speed compared to VS models; however, I don't believe I really need the additional features of the VS and the more sensitive electronic...

Thanks again mas985! I do not necessarily want or need to run 24/7. I was trying to get all of my info down quickly for this thread and didn't really give a full explanation of that part. My current setup does not include a timer, and I was having a hard time keeping a consistent schedule...

Thanks for the response, mas985! I believe I read somewhere (probably in a review) that the type of pump used in the VS pumps were supposed to be a better design that should provide a longer service life. I'm definitely not completely opposed to a 2 speed if that will meet my needs...

I realize that this question has been asked in multiple forms, and I've read through many threads already. Pretty sure which direction I'd like to go, but in the interest of not overspending on this purchase (don't really have the extra $$ right now), I thought I'd put my specifics out there...