Skimmer shut off valves

[AV8TOR]

Are these ball valves a suitable replacement for my two skimmers and center drain adjustment? Or is it better to pay $73 more to get the Neverlube's? I am going to replace my main pump and all plumbing is why I ask.

http://www.homedepot.com/p/Homewerks-Worldwide-2-in-PVC-Sch-40-Slip-x-Slip-Ball-Valve-VBVP40E8B/202369989

http://www.poolsupplyworld.com/Jandy-4716-NeverLube-Two-Port-Valve-2in-2-12in-Positive-Seal/4716.htm

 

[Richard320]

No. Use the search box for "ball valve" and you'll find page after page of threads where people complain of the handles breaking, air leaks, valves that won't turn anymore, you name it. Spend the extra and be done with it.

 

[AV8TOR]

Thanks, I was pretty sure but thought I would ask

 

[Divin Dave]

that 73 dollars sounds like a pool store price. You can get 2 inch never lube Jandys for 40ish dollars every day all day long. Google Amazon.