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Another Newbie, Another question. Something a bit different - water changes?
The Wizard of Spas:
Gallonage / Capacity is about how the mold is made. Everyone uses 100 x 100 inch sheets of acrylic on larger tubs. But one may not make as strong of a shell than others. Therefor, they make a larger frame. This larger frame in turn creates a larger lip, which in turn pushes everything into the center of the tub, in turn lessening the cubic footage available, in turn lessening the gallonage / capacity.
*OR*
The seats may not sit as deep which could also lessen the capacity
*OR*
The manufacturer may be overstating the gallonage / capacity.
*OR*
The tub just isn't as efficient with the usage of space compared to another model / brand
*OR*
Some combination of or all of these things, and probably something I didn't really think of / forgot. I think gallons really don't tell you much- It's like square footage on a house: You can have tons of space but if it is not used efficiently / effectively, it really takes away from the experience.
You're on the right path and asking fair questions. But don't overthink this: Start with comfort and feel of the jets. This is #1, 2 & 3 on the list of priorities. Then consider the dealer. From there, if you still don't have your answer, then start to winnow the options down based on price and features, and continue to ask the fine folks that participate in this forum.
Michael Russell:
Thanks Wizard...
A couple of the dealers have asked me what my priorities were. Had to think about that question.. But I came down to these three..
1. Comfort and Massage
2. Dealer
3. Price
Beyond that its all semantics. Much of what I am asking about and researching is just me learning. I am the type that does not dive in head first generally. I research and educate myself about all the the possibilities.
A buddy decided he was interested in a hot tub as well and has been budding me about where to and what to buy. He almost bought a Hydropool but I convinced him to take a trip to the Marquis dealer I like as its a short distance from his place. Anyways he put a deposit down on an Epic today. I wonder if they have a referral bonus :-)
Tomorrow is the Artisian.. Then time to make a decision...
Thanks again all...
Michael Russell:
Well after much ado... I ordered a tub today...
I have a Marquis Epic coming in about 4 weeks. In the end the Marquis won on all 3 points I picked as important.
1. Comfort and Massage
I really like the Marquis Muskoka style lounge. The other I found you sacrifced to much space with the lounge. Further I found the others lounge comfortable for me but not the rest of the family. Massage and jetting I would put them all pretty equal. With although Marquis would be the lowest. But so close its hard to say..
2. Dealer
My artisian dealer is a nice lady but just not much passion and no negotiating.
Master was great to deal with. My favorite sales guy of the bunch. No pressure, easy to talk to. The 200km distance though is not a great option when I need a proprietary filter or have emergency work needed.
Marquis is my closet dealer of the 3. The sales guy is pretty high strung but easy to get on with though. Very passionate and gave me what I think is a great deal. His price was 3 - 4k cheaper then the other 2 Marquis dealers I checked out.
3. Price
Marquis was my cheapest option. Further I got another $300 knocked off for sending a friend in who bought a tub. Only problem is he bought the tub I would have got, now I have to wait 4 weeks and his is being delivered today!
I appreciate everyone's insight through out. I am sure I will be back with some chemistry questions soon enough. In the mean time I will continue to linger and help out with some of the easier questions people ask.
Thanks again all
Mike
castletonia:
Congrats!!! The Epic is an awesome hot tub that I'm sure you will enjoy for years.
Hottubguy:
--- Quote from: Michael Russell on October 06, 2018, 01:52:50 pm ---Well after much ado... I ordered a tub today...
I have a Marquis Epic coming in about 4 weeks. In the end the Marquis won on all 3 points I picked as important.
1. Comfort and Massage
I really like the Marquis Muskoka style lounge. The other I found you sacrifced to much space with the lounge. Further I found the others lounge comfortable for me but not the rest of the family. Massage and jetting I would put them all pretty equal. With although Marquis would be the lowest. But so close its hard to say..
2. Dealer
My artisian dealer is a nice lady but just not much passion and no negotiating.
Master was great to deal with. My favorite sales guy of the bunch. No pressure, easy to talk to. The 200km distance though is not a great option when I need a proprietary filter or have emergency work needed.
Marquis is my closet dealer of the 3. The sales guy is pretty high strung but easy to get on with though. Very passionate and gave me what I think is a great deal. His price was 3 - 4k cheaper then the other 2 Marquis dealers I checked out.
3. Price
Marquis was my cheapest option. Further I got another $300 knocked off for sending a friend in who bought a tub. Only problem is he bought the tub I would have got, now I have to wait 4 weeks and his is being delivered today!
I appreciate everyone's insight through out. I am sure I will be back with some chemistry questions soon enough. In the mean time I will continue to linger and help out with some of the easier questions people ask.
Thanks again all
Mike
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Did you buy a special order or a tub they have on order. My hardest part about being a Marquis dealer is the long wait to get tubs. It is a great tub though. I own a Marquis myself
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