We like our 18' Coleman but the pump/filter just doesn't do the trick and now it's not working altogether. This is our 2nd floclear filter this year as last year's was dead. Bestway's customer service is non existent. The customer has to fill out a "Call back request" form and wait a week for a response.
I took the pump to the local pool store who didn't have anything in stock. A second store tried using different adapters so I could upgrade to a bigger pump but it can't be done without cutting into the line. I'd also need a licensed electrician to place a permanent electrical line. Has anyone ever upgraded the filter on one of these? Links?
New more permanent above ground pools are running $7500 + $1500 install and $2500 for electrician as a starting point around here and I'm not looking to spend $12k+ for a few months of pool use (our summers last from June - Aug and cool off in Sept)
Pics below.
I took the pump to the local pool store who didn't have anything in stock. A second store tried using different adapters so I could upgrade to a bigger pump but it can't be done without cutting into the line. I'd also need a licensed electrician to place a permanent electrical line. Has anyone ever upgraded the filter on one of these? Links?
New more permanent above ground pools are running $7500 + $1500 install and $2500 for electrician as a starting point around here and I'm not looking to spend $12k+ for a few months of pool use (our summers last from June - Aug and cool off in Sept)
Pics below.
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it’s much easier to deal with regular above ground pool hoses/fittings etc. as they have normal threads so u can use things like pvc barb fittings to add valves & such. I definitely recommend at least one valve between the skimmer & pump so u can empty the pump basket without fighting it.