leftylenny

thanks for the reply Dan My issue is what you describe in part 2 of your reply......no heat and the power light is not flashing. Circulation and jet pumps appear to functioning normally. Not being 'handy' or technically inclined......is replacing a faulty heater relay board something I should take on? If so can I purchase replacement relay board online? Any idea in the cost difference between replacing relay board versus replacing the heater? Just want to be somewhat prepared if I have to call my local Hot Springs dealer for a service call.

I have been told that my 2006 Hot Springs Sovereign II should have a heater reset button. Do not see any indication of this in the owners manual. Can amyone verify one way or another? thanks

wow.....thanks everyone for your value added comments. Lots of valid points to consider. FYI I am located in southern Ontario, Canada. I have yet to see the original bill of sale however my friend indicates he paid close to $12000 all in (taxes, delivery, demo etc) from dealer in June 2006. I have called a local Hot Springs Dealer and have priced the same unit today @ $10,500. Simple fact here is that Hot Springs and Caldera are US manufactured and the CAD $ is pushing par with USD $. That quickly explains the lower price today. I have contacted a couple of local spa companies and have been quoted $650 - $750 to relocate the tub. No electrical....just a simple move. So yes.....I agree the moving + GFCI + wiring probably represents $1000 of cost. Given depreciation estimates in thread maybe it is looking more of fair deal than I thought.

my friend is relocating out of town due to a change in job. He purchased a Hot Springs 'Sovereign' model new from a dealer in June 2006. My wife and I have had the pleasure of enjoying a soak from time to time - we know the tub well and can say that it has been well maintained. He has offered the tub + GFCI panel + approx. 60ft of 220 wiring + moving of tub across town via 4 man moving company crew for $5000 all in. My wife has kind of jumped the gun on me and accepted. I have tried taking a quick look online to find other comparable tubs to get an idea on price point but am having trouble. New to the hot tub ownership world and would appreciate any opinion on whether I am overpaying or not!! You know what they say about doing business with friends......