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I am fed-up with the chlorine routine - hunting for good chlorine jugs in the local stores, buying them, hauling back to home etc etc. Decided to convert to a salt water pool and was waiting for a good deal on a decent unit. This seems to be fit the bill, still debating whether to go for it or...

The motor has been great. I installed it myself, had to upgrade a couple of the pump parts (impeller etc) to handle the higher max HP of the motor. It was a straight swap, took me about 2 hours for the whole thing. In the winter, I ran it only the nights for 12 hrs @50% (1725 RPM) and it was...

Since it was clean break, I tried J-B Weld to re-attach the broken piece to the manifold. After 24 hours of curing, it is good as new. Perfect join, no leaks. So making do with it for now.

My motor died, so bought a new motor. When I opened up the pump, found that the mounting plate is cracked, so had to buy a new mouting plate. While waiting for the mounting plate to arrive, I thought I'd clean out the filter cartridges. I have a Hayward Swimclear C4025. Opened it up this...

Yes, that was one reason I decided to get the 3HP VS motor (over the 1.65 hp). Better flow at lower speeds along with lower noise and, hopefully, lower power consumption. Got the SPX3025CKIT Impeller Upgrade Kit that includes SP3026C IMPELLER, SP3021 DIFFUSER and SP3021R IMPELLER RING. The kit...

Thanks for confirming. That's what I thought but wasn't sure. Ordering it now, will arrive on Wednesday. So that's 2 more days for the pool to stagnate and turn a darker shade of green. I gave up on trying to mix it manually. Will just SLAM it after I get the pump running.

Update: Got the mounting plate off, the penetrating oil worked. The plate is in bad shape on the side facing the motor, lots of calcification and surface cracks all around (pics attached), So I have to get a new plate now, guess I won't be installing the motor today.

I have a Hayward Super-II pump (Model SP-3015X20) with a 2HP motor that died a few days back. So I purchased a 3HP (3.5 SFHP) VS Motor to replace it on the same pump. Opened the pump today and was wondering if I should I up-size the impeller. Here is what the pump has now: Seal Plate: SP3020-E...

I am new used-pool owner too and had my pump die on me last week. Here's my form post about it. Based on the advice & inputs I decided to replace it with a new variable speed motor as I was convinced that it'd save me money on the long term and give other benefits like low noise, lower flow...

The favorite pump on this forum is the Pentair Intelliflo VS. Looks like it costs about AU$1500 - Pentair Intelliflo VS Variable Speed Pool Pump I am a new pool owner, so I don't know much. But yes, I believe your filter works more effectively if the flow rate is lower and within the filter's...

Well, I ordered the Ecotech EZ 3HP Variable Speed Motor. I called their store (Perrys Pool Pump | and Electric Motor Repair) before ordering, and they were quite helpful and answered all my questions. When asked about the reliability of the motor, he was honest about it and said that the...

Any idea on the reliability of the 3HP motor? I couldn't any detailed specs for it. Know any pump that comes with that motor?

The motor on my pool pump died last week (old thread here), and I've decided to upgrade to a variable speed motor without disturbing the plumbing. I've narrowed my choices to: a) Century VGreen 1.65HP VS Motor (Model: ECM16CU) - Seems well reviewed/tested and considered a reliable motor - Costs...

Thanks, I will open the pump and check.

Well, according to these specs from InyoPools, my pump (SP-3015X20) already has the SPX3000BN Diffuser and the SPX3005R Wear-Ring. Only the Impeller is different, the pump has SPX3015C and you are recommeding the smaller SPX3010C. So, looks like I need to change only the impeller, get a new seal...

Oh man..... and here I thought I got it all figured out. I wanted to avoid cutting the pipes and re-plumbing. Also, trying to keep the cost low as possible. I will consider moving up to the 2.7 HP version (Model ECM27CU). Would you mind giving your opinion on the the following motor & pump...

Thanks, yes I think it would fit too. But, as everyone is recommending, I am sold on the benefits of a Variable Speed Motor and decided to go for it. Was all set to order the Pureline 1.65 HP model # PL2605, but after a bit more research, decided to buy just the motor from that model: The...

Thanks. I searched the previous threads on the forum for the Pureline Pumps and looks like the owners are happy with them. I am leaning towards the Pureline VS pump, will call InyoPools on monday and see what they recommend.

Yes, downloaded the warranty card from Pentair web site and checked the details. 60-days warranty and owner has to pay for shipping to & from Pentair for any warranty claim. Doesn't inspire much confidence. Any opinion on the PureLine VS Pool Pumps sold by InyoPools? I am considering the...

Thanks, looks like I will be going with the Superflo VS. Just got back from Leslie's pool supply. They have it for $970 + taxes and $99 for installation only if I put in the order today (8/31). They say the $99 installation offer expires today, and it is $250 from tomorrow. I asked about...

Thanks for confirming that the motor is dead. I will replace it. The pump is Hayward SP3015X20AZ Super II Inground Pool Pump. Serial no. starts with 21110601 (so, manufactured in Jan 2006?). Might as well replace the pump along with the motor. Would the SuperFlo VS with 1.5 hp be a good fit...

Sorry, forgot to post - No ohm reading between L1 and L2 - reads O.F (Open or Out of Range). The 218V reading was with load (wires still connected to the motor). I measured now with the wires disconnected and it reads 243V. I don't have a stove element or anything similar to do the load test...

Between L1 & L2 - 218V Didn't measure L1 & L2 individually, but I am sure power supply is good as there is a booster pump next to it for the pool cleaner and it turns on fine. Good to know there is no centrifugal switch, so it must be the windings then. Here are the readings: L1 to C1 = 1.5 Ω...

Too dark to get the readings now. Will take them tomorrow and post here.

Thanks for the reply. Here is pic of the lable on the motor: The centrifugal switch is the only item I couldn't check, and it is bothering me. Maybe I should go get that bolt extractor set from Harbor Freight and open the back. Atleast that'd confirm if the centrifugal switch is the problem...

Hi All, I am new here, and this is my first post. Last month we bought a house with a small pool (about 15,000 gallons by my estimate). The pool has a Hayward SP3015X20AZ Super II Inground Pool Pump driven by a US Motors EB130 2HP Motor. I thought motor ran loud & rough, but the pool guy said...