Pump Sizing Help Requested Please

[PolaBear]

Hello all,
I’m hoping to get some advice from the experts here.
*I think the original pump/motor was overkill for this size pool, it was a Hayward Matrix pump and Hayward/Century 2HP, 2 speed motor 3450/1700RPM. The plan to replace noisy bearings changed when I found the front shaft corroded to about 1/2 its original diameter.

Would someone be kind enough to advise and recommend an efficient pump/motor?
- Horse Power?
- GPM?
- Single/Dual Speed?
- Any other misc. advice?

Pool Details:
Pool is 8000 gal. Oval 12x24, above ground
It has 150 sq. ft. cartridge filter
Changes since original equipment was installed 10 years ago…
I added a gas heater last year (2" inlet/outlet) and all the flexible hose was removed and plumbed with ridged PVC all 1 1/2".
120VAC 20AMP power at pump site
Pool is in western Pennsylvania

10 years here - 10 years BBB!
Thanks in advance and very appreciated!

 

[mknauss]

Variable speed. Single Speed and 2 speed pumps are being phased out.

A ~1.5 hp VS pump should work fine. You can get a Pentair etc or look at off brands like Calimar, Circupool, etc.

 

[PolaBear]

Hello mknauss,
Thank you very much for the fast reply!

I've done some research and found some options. However, the Speck E71-ll VHV seems to fit the specific needs with:
- side discharge
- dual power, (works with my existing 120v twist lock)
- It's in the $675+/- price range

Additional question to you or any other readers before I pull the trigger...

QUESTIONS
Are there any good/bad comments on the Speck E71-ll VHV pump?
Is there a better side discharge, 120 volt, $675ish alternative?
Finally, if the E71-ll VHV is the way to go... is there a TFP sponsor reseller that would like my business?

Thanks again TFP!