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Thank you for the advice.

Thanks for the advice. I was wondering if changing out only the motor was a good idea. Any major improvements in the wet end of pumps in the last 10-15 yrs? I don't want to waste money, but I also do not want to cut corners and regret it later on. I'd like to save the $$$ on the pump and use it...

That is correct. The leaking plumbing joints I was referring to are on the PVC pipe plumbed above the pump.

Here are the photos: http://s64.photobucket.com/user/jp5834/library/

Thanks for the response. No water features. Tried to post poics, will try again

New pool owner and need advice. Moved into new house last October and had a local service company open pool today. Filter leaks at band and fittings and the pump motor is rusted due to leaks at plumbing joints. System works, but leaking and on last leg. Estimate age of equipment at 15-20 yrs...

Thanks for the advice. Sorry, i did not see the "Newbie" forum. Will post my next few in that forum. Thanks again.

Thank you for the response. I work in the electrical industry so an upgrade to 240v if needed is not a major issue. Is there an advantage of running a VS vs a 2-speeed if I add a SWG or a heater in the future? I am leaning towards a 1.5Hp Superpump 2-speed with a manual switch. It seems it...

New to the site. Great info here. Thank you. New hosue with a pool: Sylvan Monte Carlo (Built 1980), 31k Gallons, Hayward DE filter (4200??), 1.5 Hayward Super Pump, Booster Pump Most of the equipment looks good but the motor on the pump appears to be on last leg. Pool water was clear when I...