Whirlpool

Nomad · Post by **Nomad** » Sun Feb 10, 2008 9:30 am

Does anyone here have a whirlppol tub ? Im considering purchasing one but Ive never had one so Im going in blind. What do I need to know ? Motor size ? Jets, how many ? Placement ? Do's and dont's ? What should I stay away from ? Is it helpful with the aches and pains ? Maintenance considerations ? Thank you Nomad

el guapo · Post by **el guapo** » Sun Feb 10, 2008 9:33 am

as tim the tool man says ....bigger is better more power grhhhhhh

Nomad · Post by **Nomad** » Sun Feb 10, 2008 9:42 am

el guapo;774272 wrote: as tim the tool man says ....bigger is better more power grhhhhhh

Ok Ill go along with that.

koan · Post by **koan** » Sun Feb 10, 2008 9:45 am

The maintenance is a bitch.

You need a whole cupboard just for the chemicals.

If you work out a routine it's not that bad but expect some work to keep it ready to use.

Patsy Warnick · Post by **Patsy Warnick** » Sun Feb 10, 2008 10:00 am

Nomad

I'm assuming this is therapeutic option for your wife. ? Nomad, you'd enjoy this too.

Does it help absolutely, I wouldn't live without it. Love mine for relaxing, whether its my back (due to surgery) or letting a jet hit my knee that I twisted.

I didn't pull my bathroom apart & install a large whirlpool. I found a CO. who comes out & turns your existing Tub into a whirlpool. I've had this tub CO. for @ 10 years - never a problem. The motor is installed in a closet from the ajoining room.

Not sure on size? etc.??

I'd be happy to look up the details for you - if this option interest you

It was a fraction of the cost and one of my better decisions.

I also bought a therapeutic massage chair - its to die for - we love this chair, it cost @ $3000.00 worth every penny.

I'll look up info and at least get the motor size etc.,

Good morn. sorry, its too early, too bright out, slumber party last night..:wah:

Patsy

Patsy Warnick · Post by **Patsy Warnick** » Sun Feb 10, 2008 10:04 am

Nomad

Did I misunderstand - your interested in a HOT TUB ?

or a whirlpool Bath TUB ?

sorry? I've had both - got rid of the pain in the butt Hot Tub outside...

Patsy

Nomad · Post by **Nomad** » Sun Feb 10, 2008 10:49 am

Patsy Warnick;774285 wrote: Nomad

Did I misunderstand - your interested in a HOT TUB ?

or a whirlpool Bath TUB ?

sorry? I've had both - got rid of the pain in the butt Hot Tub outside...

Patsy

A whirlpool bathtub.

My existing tub has panels on the side of it, could this be what theyre for ?

Its really good for soreness ?

Nomad · Post by **Nomad** » Sun Feb 10, 2008 10:50 am

koan;774278 wrote: The maintenance is a bitch.

You need a whole cupboard just for the chemicals.

If you work out a routine it's not that bad but expect some work to keep it ready to use.

You said bitch !

Is it that bad ?

Patsy Warnick · Post by **Patsy Warnick** » Sun Feb 10, 2008 11:57 am

Nomad

I wouldn't bother with a Hot Tub - Koan was right, chemicals & up keep & maintenance - too much trouble.. My swimming pool upkeep is easier..

Whirlpool Bath Tub - wonderful - helps with soreness - pain etc.. I wouldn't be without it.

I had 2 jets on the back of tub - one jet on each of tub - and 2 jets at the end of tub (foot/ankle area). Nothing better

Size motor ? the pressure for the water is adjustable with the dial - I think your wife would love it for her soreness & headaches & any pain.

Oh, your tub is ready - pre fab for jets ?

Patsy

koan · Post by **koan** » Sun Feb 10, 2008 12:19 pm

ah. ok. In the case of a tub, get one that blows air out of the jets not one that circulates water through from the tub. The water leaves residue in the jets and becomes near impossible to clean out thoroughly. Before you know it, you're sitting in a bubbly pool of scum.

Patsy Warnick · Post by **Patsy Warnick** » Sun Feb 10, 2008 1:03 pm

Nomad

OK - found my paperwork

Company is WHIRLBATHE www.whirlbathe.com

1-800-545-1367

Co. gives you 2-3 systems to choose from. I have the Diamond system, which is a

1 1/2 hp pump, 6 jets, 2 air controls. Cost $1200.00 in 2002.

I've never had a problem with this system & its frequently used.

KOAN - I've never had a cleaning yuk problem.

Occasionally to clean the system, you use the powder dishwasher soap and let the jets run the soap thru the system.

I had this system since 1997 - installed in my other home also.

The $$$ price is alittle negotiable - show hesitation, and is that the best price type

thing - wheel & deal. to date - you should still be able to get this system for @ 12-1400.00.

Use my name as a referral.

Patsy

Great company & they stand & support their product.

Nomad · Post by **Nomad** » Sun Feb 17, 2008 1:45 pm

koan;774403 wrote: ah. ok. In the case of a tub, get one that blows air out of the jets not one that circulates water through from the tub. The water leaves residue in the jets and becomes near impossible to clean out thoroughly. Before you know it, you're sitting in a bubbly pool of scum.

That doesnt prevent me from coming here.