Pretty sure I'm in that photo with Manning as well, if that helps move that pic upstairs. Guessing it won't. As for filtration, I like my water like I like my cigarettes: unfiltered.
Your pressure gauges are only relevant when water is flowing. The "static" (no flow) pressure is unchanged by filter restriction. The pressure change for a given restriction increases as the rate of flow increases. So, for example, in my house those pressure gauges are only indicating the problem when the flow is near maximum, such as when multiple uses are active including filling a tub or two at full flow.
One could set up a dual system. Of course in this one, there are a couple of water sources where the H2O is unfiltered. The dog in my house prefers unfiltered, 2nd to rain water.
