Does anyone have a good aftermarket equivalent for Pentair 263042Z?

[Alexr54]

These pentair flappers cost like almost $50 each now.
I need 4 of them every 6 months or so to keep up with maintenance.
Im sorry but that price is ridiculous for what it is.

I saw plenty of similar aftermarket for 1/4 the price.

But was hoping someone here may have a recommendation before i try it.

 

[Rancho Cost-a-Lotta]

I don't have a source, but I am curious why you're burning through so many of these so quickly. Any idea what's happening? How are they failing?

 

[Alexr54]

I don't have a source, but I am curious why you're burning through so many of these so quickly. Any idea what's happening? How are they failing?

That's just the recommended interval to change them.
My pool does run year round.

 

[Rancho Cost-a-Lotta]

Where is that interval change documented? These things should last for years.

 

[Alexr54]

I dont have it on hand. But soon as i can find it i will share.
I am sure i read it somewhere.

To be clear tho. Just because it recommends 6 months. I don't replace them every 6 months. Sometimes i can go years.
I probably should replace them more often tho. Mainly on my caretaker99 which takes 2 of them.
Once a flap broke off and i had to fish it out half way in the piping. Was not fun!

The other 2 i have are at the outlet of the spa filter and pool filter.

Regardless. Would be great if anyone can recommend a cheaper replacement.
Thanks!

 

[proavia]

Post pics of your equipment pad from a few different angles showing the locations of the 4 check valves.

While a flapper coming loose or breaking every so often isn't unheard of, needing to replace them every 6 months shouldn't be remotely necessary.
Post up the documentation supporting this replacement interval when you find it.

 

[Alexr54]

Sorry for bad pics. And its kind of a mess right now. Also only chance i had was when its already dark out.
If i remember correctly the 6 month interval is in the Zodiak Caretaker99 8-port maintenance instructions, in the original manual.
Which i doubt i will be able to find.

I really do plan on replumbing the equipment. Looks like a maze to me. And some parts are overkill i think.
I did this a long time ago with my father when he was still around. Since then its sprung some drips. And i would really just like to tighten it up and simplify it if i can.

Pump on the left (closest to heater) is the spa pump. The other is the pool pump.

I'm also adding in a auto top off. But trying to figure out where is the best place to put the hose that will fill in the top off water.