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Thanks so much for the valuable information. I will take your advise and look closer at the x7. Thanks for pointing out that the south seas 965 uses a small filter and lacks variety when it comes to jets. Insulation is also a consideration I should take into account, being from the north east.
Both Good reputable brands. On the Artesian I would absolutely get the full foam package. i'm up in the Boston area and on the news the other night they were talking about how electric rates have been rising with the bigger electric companies out here. Take a look around at what people have on clearance for 2017 models. Maybe you can get a good deal that way. Good luck in your search
Quote from: Hottubguy on January 19, 2018, 10:58:10 amBoth Good reputable brands. On the Artesian I would absolutely get the full foam package. i'm up in the Boston area and on the news the other night they were talking about how electric rates have been rising with the bigger electric companies out here. Take a look around at what people have on clearance for 2017 models. Maybe you can get a good deal that way. Good luck in your searchGreat advice for this time of year, I know I specifically have 3-5 2017's left that I'm letting go much lower than I ever would during a busier time of year simply because us dealers want to "turn" that inventory to free up cash to bring in the newer models so always ask "whats in the back" or "whats left over" when shopping around. Good Luck!
Yes my thoughts also. My feeling is as long as I go large, I will never regret buying something to small. However the bullfrog r7 might be within my budget. Yes the jet packs sound intriguing but the 5yr warranty is valuable. I should be able to wet test a model that has the jet packs. The few bullfrog dealers within 50 miles primarily sell the R and A line, not the x. That’s why I believe maybe the R might be more Competitively priced. As it stands the prices I was quoted for a x8 is on the high side of what I’ve seen on this forum. So if I’m willing to go with a smaller tub (r7 88”x88”) then I should also be looking at other brands like jacuzzi marquis and hot springs. There higher end lines have a 5yr warranty. But then again my budget might not be enuf. Maybe a floor model or a left over is available.
Thanks for all the advice. I have been asking about left overs and floor models. I have yet to find what some on this forum and I would consider a great deal. Yes a few floor models hear and there, but no steep discounts. 500$ off. Plus not close to the size I would like. That’s better than nothing. I have two offers on the table. An x8 for 8600$ out the door. Tax delivery lift and starter chemicals. And a new 2017caldera Salina for 9k out the door tax delivery lift and starter chemicals. Both are as base as they come. I haven’t researched the Salina yet. It was pointed out that it does have a 5yr warrantee. Any insight on the Salina would be great. As for the dealerships, they both are comparable.
For the past 2 months I have been researching spas on this sight and seeing them in person. I’m interested in a 8 seat tub in the 8k range. As it stands now I like the bullfrog x8 (I have seen the x7) and the south seas (artesian) 965l. I haven’t seen ither in person so wet testing might be out of the question. I’m leaning more toward the bullfrog because of its looks, frame not being made of wood, and no diverter valves. I no both companies make nice products, but I’m having difficulty finding out about the differences. Any help would be greatly appreciated.