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    How do you remove motor from Hayward SP2300VSP Max-Flo VS pump?

    Hello all, By hand, I’ve been trying to remove the dead motor from my Hayward SP2300VSP Max-Flo VS pump, do I can replace it but I’m not making any progress. I removed the four 9/16 bolts that attach it to the pump but when I try to pull it off it just wiggles ever so slightly. I even...
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    How would you replace Hayward C1100 filter housing?

    Hello all, Replacing this old Hayward C1100 filter housing, which is attached using 1 1/2" piping screwed into it with a new Hayward C1200... Without much pipe to work with on both sides, how would you go about replacing the C1100? I appreciate your feedback! Front Front close up Back Back...
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    Disappointing acid wash

    Hello all, I hired a state certified and licensed pool contractor to perform an acid wash on my pool yesterday, and I have to say that I’m disappointed with how it turned out. I paid 50% upon accepting their proposal with balance due after refill & chemical re-balance. The tech who did the...
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    Seal kit for Hayward SP2300VSP Max-Flo VS pump?

    Hello all, I'm wanting to replace the following seals, o-rings & gaskets on my Hayward SP2300VSP Max-Flo VS pump (OEM part #s in parenthesis): Two-piece shaft seal (SPX2700SA) Diffuser o-ring (SX220Z2) Housing gasket (GMX600F) Strainer cover o-ring (SPX2300Z4) One online retailer that's...
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    OEM or aftermarket seals, o-rings & gaskets?

    Hello all, Looking to replace the following seals, o-rings & gaskets on my Hayward SP2300VSP Max-Flo VS pump, would you go with OEM or aftermarket? I understand they're just rubber, but it's proper fit that I'm most concerned about with aftermarket. I found what appear to be OEM...
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    Replacement for Hayward SP2300VSP Max-Flo VS pump, please advise!

    Hello all, I have approx 15K gal IG pool (15'x30') w/ built in over-flow spa for which I need a replace my Hayward SP2300VSP Max-Flo VS pump, which is connected to an Intermatic T104P timer. The Max-Flo has met my needs for 9 years but now appears to have a bad control board, in which there...
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    How much would you expect to pay for labor?

    Hello all, I bought a new Century V-Green VS motor to replace an inoperable Max-Flo SP2300VSP VS pump motor and a new Star Clear Plus C1200 filter housing to replace a cracked & leaking Star Clear ll C1100. How much would you expect to pay for labor to have them installed? I appreciate your...
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    Hayward SP2300VSP Max-Flo VS pump stuck in prime mode.

    Hello all, My Hayward SP2300VSP Max-Flo VS pump is set to start in prime mode. When Priming has finished the pump will then switch to speed V3 (3000 rpm) for a short-time, then switch to speed V1 (1500 rpm) and remain at V1, which I've had it running at continuously for a couple of days to help...
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    Green algae

    Hello all, I have a thick layer of green algae on the bottom that I’ve spent one day, beginning at the deep end, removing by hand with a 20-inch leaf rake, because I feel it may be too thick for my Pentair GW9500 Kreepy Krauly. I know it doesn’t look it, but I actually started over on the left...
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    Replacing filter questions...

    Hello all, Replacing this old Hayward C1100, which is attached using 1 1/2" piping screwed into it with a new Hayward C1200... 1) What are the first steps, i.e. do I need to drain the pool a bit before removing the old filter? 2) How would you replace the filter without much pipe, to work with...
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    How much should I expect to pay for labor...

    ...on the following for my IG pool: 1) Remove old pool light and replace with a new pool light. 2) Remove old spa drain cover and replace with a new Hayward WG1048E drain cover? Thanks!
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    Pleatco PA100-M vs PA100

    What's the difference between Pleatco PA100-M vs PA100? Which cartridge filter is better? Thanks!
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    Jandy gray valve

    Which replacement o-rings do I get for this Jandy gray valve?
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    Replacement pool pump system; please advise!

    I have a 15x30 in ground pool with built in over-flow spa (separate spa blower not currently working but I'd like to repair or replace). Approx 15,000 gallons of water. I need to replace my Magnetek Century Centurion 3/4hp pool & spa pump; it's old, inefficient, leaking, has wiring issues &...