Author Topic: Decision made and order placed: Jacuzzi 470 it is (Read 23359 times)

planetary · « **on:** August 30, 2012, 12:34:34 am »

I became interested in hot tubs about 3 years ago and knew I wanted to get one. I started doing research, went to a few shops, but my tastes were running pretty expensive -- and had bigger fish to fry. I wanted to wait to get a really nice tub. Years, and a backyard re-landscaping, later, I have a nice 8 sq. ft. concrete pad waiting, and currently hosting a Weber BBQ.

I decided to go shopping again. Several months of research and testing, and I zeroed in on a few options from Jacuzzi, Sundance, and D1. I had all the usual decision issues. Lounger or not? Which dealer did I feel most comfortable with? Which models were more our taste and style? Which models' jets and seats were the most comfortable? And so forth.

Long story short, I settled on a J-470 a few weeks ago and was just waiting for the Labor Day sale. The salesman actually advised me to do this, which I didn't take to be a bad sign. I'm opted not to get the stereo, but got just about everything else.

Anyway, refundable deposit made. Site inspection on Friday to determine delivery method. I fully expect craning will be required, and the house electrical to need an overhaul. I know next to nothing about electrical stuff, but I believe the external large breaker box is just about maxxed out, from what I've been told from previous contractors with whom I've discussed the possibility. And I know enough (from sites like this one!) to make sure to get 60 amp service set up with a qualified electrician, and 6 gauge wire, etc.

The wife is getting very excited about this, perhaps even more than me! Can't wait. As was mentioned in another thread recently, 4 weeks from order to delivery is what I was told to expect. She thinks that it's appropriate to order in a large stock of wine to have on hand, and ready to go. Can't argue with that!

Thanks to all those here who have shared experiences and expertise!

Will post updates and photos as the story progresses.

Hot Tub Forum · « **on:** August 30, 2012, 12:34:34 am »

JohnnyK45 · « **Reply #1 on:** August 30, 2012, 01:23:28 am »

Congrats!!!

wmccall · « **Reply #2 on:** August 30, 2012, 07:07:40 am »

Also congrats. How long till delivery? I'll look forward to hearing how it goes.

planetary · « **Reply #3 on:** August 30, 2012, 10:10:18 pm »

"About 4 weeks," quoth the salesguy.

planetary · « **Reply #4 on:** August 31, 2012, 05:52:06 pm »

Site inspection just wrapped up. Crane it is.

Jacuzzi Jim · « **Reply #5 on:** August 31, 2012, 06:03:59 pm »

Nice choice of a spa! FWIW we have been getting spa's in and around within 2.5 weeks. They are running 2 full shifts from what I understand..

planetary · « **Reply #6 on:** August 31, 2012, 07:07:15 pm »

I'll keep my expectations tempered, but that's a good sign, Jim!

Just to take advantage of any possible schedule up-side, I've already also started the quote process with electricians. Not sure what the lead time (if any) is on the required parts, but working stuff out a couple weeks in advance makes good sense.

planetary · « **Reply #7 on:** September 05, 2012, 03:53:04 pm »

Making calls to electricians to get a quote on the 60 amp circuit breaker and related work. Not sure how to tell if I need to get a new 150/200 amp box for the house. I expect I'm tapped out.

Also reading up on chemicals and water purification methodologies. I should have known that the internet would have made science political. Shocker.

planetary · « **Reply #8 on:** September 11, 2012, 10:25:46 pm »

Electrical work and crane service set up. Everything is waiting on the delivery date of the spa!

People at work are taunting me with YouTube videos of crane disasters, but I know they're just jealous.

wmccall · « **Reply #9 on:** September 12, 2012, 06:56:14 am »

Quote from: planetary on September 11, 2012, 10:25:46 pm

Electrical work and crane service set up. Everything is waiting on the delivery date of the spa!

People at work are taunting me with YouTube videos of crane disasters, but I know they're just jealous.

That's funny! I'm lucky, my delivery guys just have to roll it up a slight incline of an asphalt driveway about 40ft, across about 15ft of grass to the pad.

planetary · « **Reply #10 on:** September 12, 2012, 07:38:02 pm »

Update! Spa will be in the warehouse this weekend. Delivery on Tuesday, electrician on Wednesday. I imagine that it'll take some additional time to get the water properly balanced before the first soak. Maybe Thursday or Friday?

Long story short: next week!

wmccall · « **Reply #11 on:** September 12, 2012, 09:11:34 pm »

Great news, I'm hopeful for September.

planetary · « **Reply #12 on:** September 18, 2012, 10:08:37 am »

Delivery day. Will post pics and/or videos.

wmccall · « **Reply #13 on:** September 18, 2012, 10:34:56 am »

Quote from: planetary on September 18, 2012, 10:08:37 am

Delivery day. Will post pics and/or videos.

Did they give an estimated time for delivery? If I remember right your in Canada? I don't remember which province though.

planetary · « **Reply #14 on:** September 18, 2012, 11:00:28 am »

Quote from: wmccall on September 18, 2012, 10:34:56 am

Did they give an estimated time for delivery? If I remember right your in Canada? I don't remember which province though.

Yes. 10:30am Pacific.

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