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joeyd

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help! confused.
« on: May 08, 2005, 10:08:18 pm »
Hey everyone,

My family wants to buy our first hottub to put around our pool area.  We've looked at Jacuzzi's J-385 and loved it.  We also looked at Calspa's "similar" hottub.  After all the extra little pretties were added (to both) to the price Calspa was about $1000-1100 cheaper.  But, each dealer says his is the best.  Just need more unbiased info.  My gut says go with Jacuzzi...  What say you?  Should I look somewhere else completlely?   Thanks...I appreciate your input.  
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Wisoki

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Re: help! confused.
« Reply #1 on: May 09, 2005, 12:21:52 am »
Cal spa is a weak and unsupported product, typically. I would opt for the Jacuzzi. I sell neither brand but used to sell Jacuzzi.
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« Reply #2 on: May 09, 2005, 07:51:00 am »
Also compare Warranties.  Ask about trip charges.  Find out what is covered in warranties, and for how long.
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Avoid Cal Spas at all Costs!
« Reply #3 on: May 09, 2005, 07:58:20 am »
The tubs are inferior, the support is non-existent and they work to invalidate their warranties - you will not get the 5 year they tout unless you demand it in writing - then the price will go up - and a warranty from a dealer is worthless - they go (especially cal spas) in and out of business and change brands at the drop of a hat.

Read the reviews on Cal Spa - after 2 years I have spent $2,100 on repairs.  The jets are failing (8 are now broken) and they make it hell to order new ones for my two year old tub.
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Look another disatisfied Cal SPa Customer!
« Reply #4 on: May 09, 2005, 08:08:01 am »
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Re: help! confused.
« Reply #5 on: May 09, 2005, 02:51:27 pm »
Go with your gut!  
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Re: help! confused.
« Reply #6 on: May 09, 2005, 03:24:50 pm »
Buy the J-385.
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« Reply #7 on: May 09, 2005, 03:24:55 pm »
Don't buy a thing until you have checked out arctic spas.  What a great product! One look and you will see the quality inherent in these tubs.  But don't take my word for it .........
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Re: help! confused.
« Reply #8 on: May 11, 2005, 09:40:08 pm »
OK!  THANKS EVERYONE...
I DID IT!
I BOUGHT THE J-385!
THANKS FOR THE INPUT!
YOU'RE GRRREAT!
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