Recent content by thanold

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    Difference between online retailer and dealer pump purchase

    Thanks all, ordered from your suggested retailer, best price, free shipping, no taxes!
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    Difference between online retailer and dealer pump purchase

    So, I just spoke the the retailer I mentioned. They are not a dealer and would only be a 60 day warranty after registration and professional install.
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    Difference between online retailer and dealer pump purchase

    I am waiting on a call back from the retailer you suggested. Thanks. Any thoughts on ePool Supply out of Arizona?
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    Difference between online retailer and dealer pump purchase

    I have decided to replace my pump with a Pentair IntelliFlo3 VSF 3.0. There is a reputable online retailer (1600 google reviews, 4.8 average) that will sell me the pump for $1600. I am waiting on additional local dealer quotes but so far have one at $3000, apples to apples, no install...
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    Old pump questions from newbie

    The pump is a Jandy PHPF2.0
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    Old pump questions from newbie

    DIgging deeper, it seems like the shaft is warped. The rotating body connecting to the motor has a warped movement.
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    Old pump questions from newbie

    Spoke too soon. The pump was making a lot of noise again. I took the backplate and motor off. It seems like the diffuser is rotating for some reason. Looking at a schematic it doesn't seem like there is hardware that keeps it in place? It just sets in there. Does that sound right? Thanks
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    Old pump questions from newbie

    I figured it out. Took the pump apart and found a screw had been sucked in. Up and running again.
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    Old pump questions from newbie

    Hey all, I have a Jandy phpf2.0 pump. I don't know how old it is. I have had the pool for four years. I believe it is on it's last legs. The volute (I believe that's the correct word) is jutting out into the pump basket. It is still running, seems a little noisy, but I can't remove the...
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    Opening pool, no water entering plumbing system

    Thanks! Will give it a try and report back.