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Yea, I didn't hear that at all. Thats why I was asking. I know its a good brand, and I don't want to get ripped. When you say "life expectancy," are you saying before pump/leak/electronic issues, or shell issues?
So, I want to stay under 3k, which I realize doesn't buy me much. I keep going back and forth between buying used and a low end new or roto. I can get a Four Winds 3 person w lounge for 2450, and am now looking 2 $500 tubs used. One is a Viking Destiny River 8-10 yrs old, needs a pipe and a plywood floor due to leak from said pipe, the other is a Cal Spa 10yrs old excellent condition $500. Am I better off buying a low end new tub these older used tubs?