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I just bought a Hayward EcoStar off Amazon for $870 and installed it myself in about an hour. It only takes basic plumbing and wiring since I was replacing a pump and do not have automation. Now I am just working on dialing in the timers and speeds to optimize the run time and flow through my...

PG&E confirmed the rebate is only on VS pumps. Since VS are $100 rebate and dual speeds are not I feel like the VS are a better deal. The MaxFlo is one of the least expensive, but is it the best value in the long run? I know it is designed for 1.5" piping where I have 2" and long runs. I...

I just shot an email to PG&E to see if they offer any rebates on two speed pumps. I know there is a $100 rebate on most VS pumps. This may be the deciding factor. In lovely Bakersfield, we rarely have any lightning so that should not be a problem. How low of an RPM would I most likely be...

Going back to this, the entire reason I was leaning towards the MaxFlo was after plugging the info into the pump comparison spreadsheet. It seemed like it had the lowest operation cost. I will admit I didn't spend much time really digging through all the different models available nor did I...

Thank you for the response. I greatly appreciate it. I do not have any high flow water features. It is only two suction lines for the skimmer and vacuum and one return line for the jets. It is a long run from the equipment to the pool. The filter runs at about 16 psi at the filter when it is...

This hasn't gained a whole lot of traction, so I will add to it. I am leaning towards the MaxFlo VS as a replacement. It seems to be one of the most efficient pumps and has a very attractive price at $615. Is there any reason to consider anything else?

I currently have an old Hayward Super II Pump 1.5 hp. The filter is a 30" hayward sand filter with 2X2" piping for a Hayward pool VAC XL vacuum and skimmer. It is a ~16,000 gal pool. The piping runs are about 80' from the pumping station to the pool. The pump currently runs fine I am just...