Aquaview Filter leak

[unixfreak]

What are my options with this? The filter is 5 years old and I've never really done anything with it. It is a 0-1709-024 (Doughboy part). My pump has some noisy bearings which I've not replaced yet. Would this be a good time to just replace the whole assembly?

 

[mknauss]

Discontinue its use right now and replace it.

Filters are pressure vessels. A compromised pressure vessel is very dangerous.

 

[unixfreak]

That's right. As soon as I saw this I took measures.

 

[unixfreak]

I was quoted 680.00 to replace it all including the sand. I am seeing it for 453.00 online. They said that they;ll replace the sand and seals ...etc.

Does that sound reasonable or should I do the replacement myself?

 

[mknauss]

It is quite a bit of work. You can recycle the sand. Doubt an installer will.

 

[unixfreak]

I don't mind just getting new sand. For that price, I should be able to get it done and do it myself.

Actually I just ordered a Hayward 24" and I'm probably re-use my sand. That saves me 300 dollars from going the "warranty" route.