Pentair Challenger High Flow Pump, the lid stuck again.

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This will be the second one that I have to break it to open.:(:(:( o_Oo_Oo_OBut why it gets stuck so easily. I barely smeared very little Magic Lube around the thread this time.
I have read all the posts about this problem. Nope. I still can't open it. :cry::cry:
 
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Pump Strainer Pot Lid Handle Cracked Off!!!

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BROKEN FILTER LID IS STUCK

Posting since this Pentair pump lid problem is getting trickier with each attempt: 1. Cracked old lid by the handle by overtightening. 2 Lost priming. 3. Tried to open lid and broke one end of the lid/leaving a gaping hole. 4. Using wrenches - plain or strap - I just broke the lid dome down to...
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JamesW said:
Instead of breaking up the lid, drill a hole through both sides and stick a metal rod through the holes to unscrew.

Use silicone lubricant and not Teflon lubricant.
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Thank you! Yes, I did learn a hard way using the Magic Lube ( Blue cap) which is Teflon..it was like GLUE! so NO MORE of that. 😑
This morning, one last try, I just used hammer tapping around it as someone on this forum suggested( rubber mallet didn't do anything), I tapped it as I did not care if it would break because I planned to cut the lid using a saw anyway, but it worked! 🥳🥳
I'm terrified to close this lid again though. LOL
 
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