Recent content by larryb

Hello: I'm replacing my pool/spa equipment, and would like to add an additional return line to my spa. The current spa return is 4 jets only. The new lines would bypass the jets. The reason I'd like the new return is to allow me to get enough flow to allow me to run the heater on low...

Hello: I have a portable spa located at a vacation home. It can be up to 3 weeks between visits. What is the best way to manage spa chemicals when long periods of no maintenance happen regularly? So far, I've used chlorine and shocked it when I leave. I've turned off the heater...

Hello: This is for an in-ground pool-spa combo. I've had a leak for a while, I've traced it via dye tests to a spa jet. It only leaks when the spa jets are off, when the pump is running it does not leak. I've had the spa on all day for swim parties with no leakage, but can lose several...

Hello: A few years ago I replaced my single speed pump with a multi. I had to buy a new pump anyway, and the difference in cost was minimal. The multi-speed was a great investment. Here are my actual measurements: flow high 41 gpm flow low 19 gpm kw high 1.30 kw low 0.26 So I get...