- Apr 6, 2011
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I have a 48 sq ft Hayward Micro-clear DE filter and I'm tired of the maintenance. i was going to a Sand filter, but I like the No Backwash feature of a Cartridge filter. The Pool came with the house. It had a cartridge filter then, but it must have been too small. I had to clean it often and the replacement was >$100, then. I have a 34' x 16' Vinyl pool with a 9' deep end and diving board. 22,500 - 24,000 gallons, I estimate. Still using Chlorine sanitizer, but looking to change over to Salt or the Trouble Free method. I have a 1 1/2 HP Hayward Super II pump and 1 1/2" piping, maybe 2", not sure. One skimmer, two outlets and No Floor Drain. I have a Polaris with booster pump. What size cartridge filter do I need? When I bought the DE filter 10 years ago, I over-sized it a bit, from the recommendation. I'm in Atlanta, GA, moderate to low use. Lots of pollen in the spring and some trees, but nothing hanging over the pool. I have a yellow lab who swims often, so lots of hair. I'm tired of back-washing! What do you suggest? Thanks, Joe