Replacement for a Hayward Super pump?

[ljurgens]

My Hayward super pump developed a leak last year and needs the gasket kit.

Before I do that however, I am thinking about getting a more energy efficient pump. We run the pump on average 12 hours a day. The pump is currently running on 110, but I can do 220 with no issues. My energy costs go up about $150 a month for June/July and August which is generally when the pool pump is running (along with the A/C of course). Energy Charge - Summer Rate = $0.1296/kWh

What are my options?
1. Replace motor with a 2 speed motor
2. Get a new 2 speed pump
3. Get a new VS pump

This Hayward and this Pentair look ok,

What about 2 speed pumps, they are still more efficient than my old single speed pump right?

Any suggestions would be great!

 

[JasonLion]

A 2 speed pump is always a better deal than a single speed pump. Variable speed pumps are normally only worth it if your electric rates are above $0.15/kWh.

12 hours a day is a huge amount of pump run time. You could probably cut that in half (or more) without any problems and save 50% on electricity even without an upgrade.

 

[jblizzle]

I would vote for Option 1. Just replace the motor and the seals.

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[ljurgens]

I added my current summer energy rate to the post. Low enough then to probably rule out a VS pump due to the higher cost...

 

[jblizzle]

Likely the AC is more of the electrical bump than you think.

As Jason, said, you could easily cut your pump run time in half and save 50% right there. See: Determine Pump Run Time