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Tru2Chevy · 08-04-2010, 06:32 PM

I've had a couple over the years. Both have been 4-5 person models, don't remember brand names. I love 'em - I get some lower back pain, and a 10-15 minute dip in the hot tub before going to bed at night really helped me relax and helped me shed some of that pain. I miss not having one now.

Maintenance is relatively easy on them - keep the chemical balance right, and change the water every few months (ideally 3-5 times per year, depending on how much you use it).

Price for a new one ranges greatly depending on size and quality. From my experience, you often get what you pay for with these. Cheaper models typically have far less insulation, and the heater has to run more, which in turn jacks up your electric bill. You can look into used ones and save quite a bit, just look them over well before you buy.

- Justin

08-04-2010, 06:32 PM	#3
Tru2Chevy Co-Founder / Site Admin Join Date: Jul 2004 Location: Ewing, NJ Posts: 22,476 iTrader: (8) Social Networks:	I've had a couple over the years. Both have been 4-5 person models, don't remember brand names. I love 'em - I get some lower back pain, and a 10-15 minute dip in the hot tub before going to bed at night really helped me relax and helped me shed some of that pain. I miss not having one now. Maintenance is relatively easy on them - keep the chemical balance right, and change the water every few months (ideally 3-5 times per year, depending on how much you use it). Price for a new one ranges greatly depending on size and quality. From my experience, you often get what you pay for with these. Cheaper models typically have far less insulation, and the heater has to run more, which in turn jacks up your electric bill. You can look into used ones and save quite a bit, just look them over well before you buy. - Justin __________________ 1999 Camry - Beigemobile DD 2002 Suburban - Wife's DD 2004 Grand Cherokee - Not running / Project / Selling?