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I read through many posts last night and see this is a very active message board. I also notice nobody really talks about dimension1 spas (d1spas.com) , but I will ask my question anyway. I really like the size, style and therapudic features of the Nautilus($10k). The salesperson says that with the "ultrapure" ozone system, it is very easy to maintain. The extra $2k is killing me. The system shoots the ozone into a tube that takes 30-45 seconds to travel around the tub and then exits into the water after the ozone has done its deed. I have read some people say they don't even need the ozonator?? I am confused. I also liked the 'shpeal' the salesman said about 24hour continuous ozone treatment with low power consumption. Is this a marketing tactic, or is it common to most spas? We also wet tested a sundance chelsee that I liked, but it had a stereo and seemed like a high price with all the "extras" they had on the floor model. If I pay cash, it's $8k. I think I have it narrowed down to the sd chelsee and the dimension 1 nautulis ($10k) or its little brother "sojourn" $7k. I have not we tested the dimension1's yet because they don't keep water in those models. I am also temped to consider a similar sized cal spa, but don't know what model. I want 6-7 seats. My son plays football and I expect several of his buds to soak after practice and games. Any advise? opinions, helpful resources would be great. Thanks,
Not quite sure about the D1 Ultrapure ozone system, but most modern spas come ozone ready with a mixing chamber (long tube) and pretty much all spas with a circ pump ozonate 24/7. The cost for ozonators tends to be in the $200 - $400 range. An ozonator is certainly not needed. I for one have disconnected mine. Although I feel they help with water maintenance, I also feel they do a number on pillows, covers, etc.D1 is a quality manufacturer, but so is Sundance. Both will serve you well. As far as the football player and his buds...shock, shock, shock.
All HotSpring Spas come with 24-hr ozone as STANDARD equipment. There is also no other brand of spa made that is more energy efficient.Just giving you more choices, my friend. Terminator