How this dude makes these informative videos, podcasts episodes, and cleans a full route of pools is beyond me. Such an amazing work ethic! You must have a family to provide for!

@Proteanlife

Жыл бұрын

I wonder too. I appreciate him for it!

Outstanding KZread video presentation! Extremely professional!

I like the way you described the Advantage Port-a-Vac as a complete equipment pad on a dolly because, that is why it is unique. When it comes to picking up sand and silt, a bag just does not get to the fine micron level of a cartridge filter. Also, you can run the system while waiting to make repairs to the main system. Sometimes with green pools you want to vacuum to waste, which a Port-a-vac handles very well. Many pool pros have multiple systems available for various uses. Another great video!

@SPL

2 жыл бұрын

That is right on Lyann. For certain areas and as you noted for certain services the Port-a-vac is the clear choice. 😀👍

Tons of info. Great video 👍

Of all of the examples, the bottom feeder did the best job of accelerating the smaller particles to the throat opening. It seems the "weir door" style flaps contribute to that efficiency. One of these companies needs to consider DIY and homeowners in their price range though. Excellent videos! Thank you for the informational videos.

Great video!!

I was an Power Vac PV2100 user for several years. Loved it! It had three features that I liked. One, the vacuum was not "permanently" attached to the power supply. It had a plug in to a connector on the battery. It was very easy to coil the cord after use. Second, the top of the vac had a plastic flap that would automatically close when the vac was unplugged, so there was no way for debris to leave the bag. And third, it used caster type wheels that rotated 360 degrees making it very easy to maneuver. However, the Power Vac has two problems. One, the motor has a major design flaw (in my opinion). The motor housing is in the shape of a capsule. The housing comes in three pieces, with each piece separated by a very thin o-ring. What happens with all o-rings guys? They deteriorate and fail. So eventually your motor fills with WATER. Nice! The second problem is that parts availability is non-existent. You can't find any parts for this vac anywhere. A new motor was about $300.00, but no one has them and Power Vac only uses distributors so you can't buy them factory direct.

@SPL

Жыл бұрын

That is one thing Riptide has been working on. The next generation of motors that will last for years.

I agree with your comparison, that said, I’ve used them all and like the bottom feeder best due to its portability and performance

@SPL

2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for that. I tried to be fair. Bottom Feeder is in a class of it's own really. I like the convenience factor myself. 👍

A cheaper but not quite as good solution is adapting a standard leaf eater to the existing Polaris hose. It does work pretty well. I've been doing that for years, as I have trouble justifying the cost and effort of dealing with these type systems, for what my pools involve. If my pools were much more trouble, I'd definitely spring for one of these cleaners.

@SPL

2 жыл бұрын

Good tip!

Quick question what group to I need to subscribe to receive your discount code on the riptide sl

Great video! I have the riptide and its built like a tank!!! It will literally last for ever. But it is VERY heavy. I also have the bottom feeder and loved it until it died only a couple of months after warranty was up. By far my favorite vacuum but im disapointed with the quality. I also had the hammerhead and I loved it but I sold it right before my bottom feeder died. As far as the bags I agree, the riptide bags last a lot longer and never come off the vac head.I also like the hammerhead oem bags. . I guess ill try the power vac 🤔

@SPL

2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for the great feedback. 👍 I mean, Glenn should send you a new motor if that is all the Bottom Feeder needs. They are currently 4 weeks out at this point. I will try them before investing in another unit.

@carlospasos5432

2 жыл бұрын

Ripetide is by far the better of the bunch. That being said the person in the vid does not take care of the cords so you really should specially on the hammerhead . On the ripetide is much easier since it's not always connected

Hammerheads will stop instantly from gumballs they will wedge between the body of the vac and the prop. Also if the leaves are the right softness and size and it run the vac into a pile they can wrap around the blade throwing it off balance. We ran power inverters instead of 12 volt batteries so I hung a remote shut off around my neck for those instances where I needed to shut it off quickly or to empty the bag.

I've used one working for a pool company they come in handy dealing with pools that have lots a debri

@SPL

2 жыл бұрын

Yes, a real game changer for certain pools for sure.

For the ripetide you do not need to hold the handle when placing it on the car you just push up and it locks itself in place.

Where would one buy a power vac? Can’t find anyone in the web who sells them.

@SPL

2 жыл бұрын

With the cart you need to buy it at a distributor: powervac.com/index.php/distributors/

Very informative! Thank you! I love the Power Vac but they are hard to find and you cannot find parts. The Riptide is too heavy and hard to maneuver.

@SPL

Жыл бұрын

PowerVac is coming back online slowly. Parts are trickling in.

@reggielamay3870

8 ай бұрын

@spl any chance i can get a motor and cable?

Which of these systems would your recommend for a vinyl lined pool?

@SPL

Жыл бұрын

Hammer-head

How do you like honda ridgeline for a service truck?

@SPL

2 жыл бұрын

Gotta be the most comfortable truck in existence. Drives so much like a luxury car I forget I am driving a truck. Highly recommend! 👍

Love my bottom feeder

@SPL

2 жыл бұрын

It is underrated. It looks like a kid sitting at the adult table here. 😆

The power vac 2200 with lithium battery 50as is very light and movable and runs longer time. You don’t need a cart.

@SPL

2 жыл бұрын

Yes, the portable unit is smart. I know the cart isn't for everyone. Thanks for chiming in. 👍

Excellent review pool owner here 👌 I have a lot of trees around my house which system do you recommend I tried a robot in the past ....it was okay not the best (too much leaves and debris) I am thinking between riptide and bottom feeder because I don't want to use my pool system anymore to vacuum I hate it 😢 your suggestion would be greatly appreciated boss

@SPL

2 жыл бұрын

Bottom Feeder will take up less space and would be perfect for the use you described.

@CoachGarcia

2 жыл бұрын

@@SPL unfortunately they dont deliver to Canada i will have to do with riptide Thanks boss for replying

Nice video. Couple things: 1. The way you have that hammerhead cable wrapped around the posts is bad. It will eventually break the cable inside the insulation and you will have to buy a new motor - unless hammerhead has a way of replacing just the cable, but it is wired directly to the motor. Cable needs to be neatly spooled with no twists. 2. You have the hammerhead racked backwards. It’s better to have the male (where the pole slots into) facing the front of the cart. That way, all you need to do is undo the bungie and insert the pole into the head while it is still sitting on the cart. 3. Did you talk about lifepo4 batteries? Compared to deep cycle AGM, Gel, and SLA…they are half the size, 1/4 of the weight, capable of being charged at their capacity amps (20 amps for a 20ah capacity battery for example and safer. Their capacity is not as great, but considering the other benefits, it’s the better choice. I no longer use a cart. We bought the remora by hammerhead. I bought a 50ah lifepo4 battery and placed it in a backpack. I removed the power switch and plug from the remora and integrated it onto the outside of my backpack. So now, all I do is wear my backpack and carry stand-alone hammerhead vacuum head with the cable. It plugs into my backpack, i hit the switch on the backpack, and wear it as i walk around the pool cleaning it, untethered to a cart. Battery lasts me all day at full power and i haven’t seen it drop below 50% yet.

@SPL

Жыл бұрын

Sounds like a nice set up! The Remora sounds a lot like the Bottom Feeder. The Hammer-Head I picked up used so that is how he was using it. Thanks for commenting!

The good old powervac ! But good luck trying to order a new one

@SPL

2 жыл бұрын

Yeah, I was checking that. A bit of an issue.

@eekrandle

2 жыл бұрын

Their customer service has always been lacking.

@piraltas

2 жыл бұрын

@@eekrandle They told me there was not a single unit ready and they need to wait until reach a 20 units pre order list to stsrt building .... my old one was stolen but last almost ten years. Thinking about trying the bottom feeder (beside their waiting delivery time around 8 weeks )

Thanks 😊! 🥃🥃🍺🍺🍺🍇🏌🏻‍♀️

Would these vacuums work for acorns? Our pool is beneath 2 Live Oaks.

@SPL

Жыл бұрын

Yes, all work on acorns.

There’s a new motor , new cord & I inlet and outlet for the bottom feeder ! More run time

@SPL

2 жыл бұрын

Glen is always tinker with his baby. 😜👍

Is the portavac used anymore since the new vacuums came out?

@SPL

Жыл бұрын

Yes, it has a lot of uses minus the heavy debris pools.

On the hammerhead where does the pole go at?

@SPL

Жыл бұрын

Most of these carts no longer have a place for the pole. Power Vac is the only one that still has it but they seem very behind on orders.

Do you know which sites sell the bottom Feeder internationally?

@SPL

2 жыл бұрын

You can call them and I am sure they can try to get you a unit. The lithium battery might be an issue with shipping. I know to send it to Hawaii there are special permits needed.

@GreekCypriotSoul

2 жыл бұрын

@@SPL thank you sir I will

For the hammerhead,what battery do you recommend getting?

@SPL

2 жыл бұрын

The sweet spot is a 55 AH battery

@j0nathan948

2 жыл бұрын

@@SPL thank you!!

To clean powder mustard algae or sand wich one does gets the job done? 🤔

@SPL

2 жыл бұрын

None of these will work on that but you may want to look into the VacDaddy with the Vacuum to Waste Mode.

@andreefu

2 ай бұрын

@@SPL Pool newb here, but why wouldn't any of these vacuums work on yellow algae or black algae?

This guy is amazing when I started my route these are the only videos I went to and still continue to go to. Please send me the part number on your hammerhead truck rack.

I use the hammerhead it's very good

@SPL

Жыл бұрын

Good system.

Former Hammerhead vac user for 10 years and have to say that their motor has been total junk and super slow. The riptide is way better and glad i switched over the vac is super strong!!

@niners4life781

2 жыл бұрын

I literally ordered mine Friday. They shipped it out in less than 2 hours. Gonna be here Tuesday. I use a hammerhead for my full-time job. Gonna use the riptide for my side work and eventually get out on my own.

@FlyLowJoe

2 жыл бұрын

@@niners4life781 I’ll tell you now you have to get used to it but when you get the hang of it it’s awesome

@MackDaddyVic

2 жыл бұрын

I’ve been using a hammerhead for 2 years now on a consistent pool route. Never had a single issue with it. Motor is very strong, easy to maneuver around with each pool and it’s never given me a single issue.

@niners4life781

2 жыл бұрын

Use the hammerhead for my day job. Got a riptide for my side business. Besides it being 1k $ cheaper than the hammerhead it picks up better imo and I love the bags. I'd be perfectly happy with either one. For the price it made sense for me to purchase the riptide and I don't regret it at all.

@MackDaddyVic

2 жыл бұрын

@@niners4life781 I didn’t realize the riptide was cheaper than a hammerhead. I might have to look into getting a riptide as a backup in case my hammerhead fails for whatever reason.

...but does it get the job done?

Riptide ❤ is the best power vac is good but everything break like the wheels every 6 month the cord about a 1 year in need new bag every 3 to 6 month in you can't Order directly

Where are you located?

@SPL

2 жыл бұрын

San Gabriel Valley California.

@tomsinclair1264

2 жыл бұрын

Swimming Pool Tips, Reviews & How To - SPL I was looking forward to hearing from you brother. Located in Big Sur, CA and in need of a pool remodel. Having difficulty getting contractors to work in this area + although I am pretty knowledgeable, I need someone to help me nail down a solid plan. Only looking for about 33 minutes of your time initially.

All great vacuum systems can't go wrong with any of these. Comparing the ripe tide to a Jeep does it no justice because jeeps are completely junk and unreliable lol.

Anyone who says hammerhead is better than riptide just doesn’t have the money to buy a new system. I’ve only ever used a riptide but you can just tell when you look at it it’ll last forever

@SPL

2 жыл бұрын

It's built to last. When they updated the plug & switch I told them it was something out of a sci-fi movie. So good. 👊

@Fgalvezpool

2 жыл бұрын

I have a riptide for 2 years now, very heavy duty you can even use as a small ladder, very strong due vacuum being low to the ground and not so wide, love it, i clean about 40pools with the riptide a week Edit, and i use. 50ah lithium battery it might look expensive but is worth every penny

@eekrandle

2 жыл бұрын

@Jeff Murphy you should try using a Hammerhead for a while...looks aren't everything. ;)

@RockyStatue

2 жыл бұрын

@@Fgalvezpool how much in pocket cash can u net from a pool route with 40 pools? Thanks

@ericcendejas7505

Жыл бұрын

@@Fgalvezpool how easy is it to maneuver in water? Is it heavy?

It sucks how power vac went out of business.

@SPL

Жыл бұрын

Kind of. Heard they are just backordered.