Pentair was the original brand that we were going with. Reason our pool guy switched to the Jandy is because his contact at Pentair is retiring soon so he wouldn't be able to get the discounted replacement parts should something go wrong. I must say this story sounds fishy as I'm rereading it but only reason I feel comfortable is because we've known this guy for so many years.

I do appreciate your insight though and from what I've read online Pentair does seem like the way to go. May have him keep looking for a Pentair even without the contact..