I keep reading in the forum that most believe that Intex pump/sand filter combinations are notoriously undersized. I'm taking down the pool for a couple weeks to pour a concrete pad to put it on. Should be back in business by the end of September. (Still time for dip in southern Cal.) While I'm at it, I thought I'd upgrade from the 1/2 HP 2100/1600 gph pump and 12 inch sand filter that came with the pool. There are a couple options I am considering. A larger pump/sand filter combination (Intex or another brand 3/4 or 1 Hp single speed) that's selected by the manufacturer. Or a 2 speed pump (3/4 or 1 HP) with a larger sand filter also selected by the manufacturer. Or, because most of the 2 speed pumps run at 1/2 HP the majority of the time, can I simply purchase a larger sand filter only (for example, an Intex 16" sand filter or another brand) and connect it to my 1/2 HP Intex pump? I'm aware, and I believe my thinking is correct, that the flow rate of the pump should match the flow rate of the sand filter. Any suggestions? Is there somewhere I can go to determine/calculate the proper pump GPH/sand filter size?
I'm just running it up the flag pole to see who salutes it..
Thanks
I'm just running it up the flag pole to see who salutes it..
Thanks
