Second year with Intext 24x12 AGP-- filter upgrade

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dha5447

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Last summer was my first experience with pool ownership and maintenance. It was the Intex 24x12x54 above ground pool. It came with the sand filter SF80110-2, which I believe is a 1600GPH pump. It always seemed a bit undersized for the pool. I ended up having to backwash frequently (several times per week).

I am thinking about getting a larger filter/pump for this season. Do you think it would be worthwhile? Any recommendations?
 
I think it would be well worth it to get a little bigger pump, maybe a 2 speed or VS and a much bigger filter will make your life easier :)

The problem you will have is finding a good fit.. most of what you can do will be a custom setup... If your pump and SWG is still working maybe start with a big sand or Cart filter and adopt that into your system until the pump and SWG die then update those as you go :)

here is an 18 or 20 inch sand filter..

Amazon.com : Hayward W3S210T ProSeries Sand Filter, 20 In., Top-Mount for Above-Ground Pools : Garden & Outdoor

Amazon.com : Hayward W3S210T ProSeries Sand Filter, 20 In., Top-Mount for Above-Ground Pools : Garden & Outdoor
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here is a 2 speed 1 hp pump

Amazon.com : InGround Swimming Pool Pump - 2 Speed 1 HP-115V Energy Efficient : Garden & Outdoor

Amazon.com : InGround Swimming Pool Pump - 2 Speed 1 HP-115V Energy Efficient : Garden & Outdoor
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SWG, this is the hard pill, the up front cost is a lot but it will last MUCH longer (like 7 years longer) and work WAY better than what you have now :)
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