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I can't speak for Beachcomber as I have never come across one. As for Coast, I have carried them since 2009 so I can try to help. As for the Zenith, I personally like the layout but with all Coast's they come in multiple versions (classic, elite, luxury, northwinds) with multiple jet counts, and many other options including the method of insulation. I would need more specific info about the exact model.As for the problems and to stay away, I would be be curious as to what issues and why. Coast is not perfect, but neither is any other manufacturer and for the most part I have been satisfied with the company and product.
Just an update: We were told at beachcomber that we couldn't wet test the model we wanted, but we could test the two tubs that were full of water.....both being WAY over our budget so what would the point of this be. I'm totally turned off by this. It's like they are relying on their "name" and we should just buy the tub because it's a beachcomber!!??? or not. Wet tested the H20 and found the neck jets really annoying and the seats a little uncomfortable. Sooo then we went to coast and sat in the zenith. Fell in love, totally comfortable and good seating levels for a family with small children. Like the way the Ozone is put in the bottom of the tub, the filter being on the outside, and the waterfalls shooting from both sides! Also the fact that we can order it with canadian western red cedar. Dealer answered all my questions (and there were many).....so I think this is the one! Thanks so much for your replies and helping me make this decision.
wow i'm surprised at this! Jacuzzi, Sundance, H20, Coast, Artesian, even Bullfrog had no problem with this. THe dealers pumped water out of their running tubs into the one we wanted to test. I can't imagine buying something that is 7000.00 based upon its "looks" without seeing how it mechanically works. THis seems odd to me and totally broke the deal with beachcomber regardless of their "fancy" namebrand.
Quote from: smileycanuck on November 15, 2011, 11:33:17 amwow i'm surprised at this! Jacuzzi, Sundance, H20, Coast, Artesian, even Bullfrog had no problem with this. THe dealers pumped water out of their running tubs into the one we wanted to test. I can't imagine buying something that is 7000.00 based upon its "looks" without seeing how it mechanically works. THis seems odd to me and totally broke the deal with beachcomber regardless of their "fancy" namebrand.I'm a little surprised that most wont. I have at least 9 filled at all times, and will fill anything given adequate time...