Recent content by mattamatt

Is this the norm? How do I know what pumps do that? I haven't seen anything in the descriptions of the pumps I've seen that indicate this feature If a pump is rated at 80 GPM, does running it at half speed = 40GPM? Or is the math more complicated than that?

Is it true that all VS pumps have to prime at full speed? If so, would a higher HP damage my pipes/filter - even if I run it low 99% of the time? I have 1.5" pipes and my DE2420 lists 48 GPM

It's sold by B+D on Amazon. Assuming that's the brand I end up going with Can anyone speak to the longevity of those pumps?

So I'm thinking the 1HP for the waterfall, and perhaps 2HP for the filter? Or would the 3HP be worth the extra ~$100 cost? Is there a recommended vendor? Or should I just go through Amazon?

It looks like there should be enough room behind the pumps. Is more HP strictly better? Do I need the same for both pumps? I'm looking into the B+D and found this which seems too good to be true. Am I missing something? It's over $1000 on Amazon. edit: looks like that's not their real site...

My plumber came by to take a look and said he could do it.

I need to replace my pumps soon (one for the filter, one for the waterfall). I know next to nothing about the pump market so I'm looking for any recommendations that won't break the bank. Attached is what I currently have Thanks! Matt edit: I made a new post asking for recommendations since...

Would it be safe to leave my cleaning robot in the pool not running?

Opened the pool a few weeks ago but it looks like I'll be getting a few hours of mid-to-high 20s tonight. I plan on running the pump over night. Is there anything else I should do to protect my system as much as possible? Thanks!