Hot Tub Forum
Original => Hot Tub Forum => Topic started by: Utah on September 05, 2006, 03:44:41 pm
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Hi,
This is my first post at this forum. I've been reading archived posts and keeping up with several conversations. I'm also at that "other" hot tub forum but when I heard Amanda moved to this group, I decided to check it out.
Anyways, here is my question:
How would you go about "inspecting" a used hot tub? I think I understand the basics such as:
- Fill up with water and make sure jets/blowers are working
- Remove skirt and check for leaks
- Do I trust the seller or not
- How was the tub "winterized" if it has not been kept running
What would you add to this list? Any additional comments/insights?
What about transporting the tub. I have a 4x8 trailer. Can I slide the tub on its side and transport it or will that cause too much stress to the shell. A friend has a huge flatbed truck that I can borrow if it would be better.
I am basically looking at 5 year old tubs or newer and only the top 8-10 brands that are mentioned here....
Thanks
Doug
PS - do most dealers keep an inventory or used tubs -- why or why not?