Maureen,

Here's a thread to look at:

http://www.poolforum.com/pf2/showthread.php?t=1321

It looks like hrsdennis installs Doughboy pools so you might want to send him a PM as he might be able to give you some information.

I just got a Doughboy 24' round Desert Spring and I am very happy with it. I have the usual above-ground installation so I can't help you as far as burying it.

Did you compare warranties between the two pools?

Peter