I currently have a Hayward super pump 3/4 horse. It has gone to the land of pumps in the sky. I have access to a free Hayward power pump 1.5 horse from my uncles old AG pool. Will this work with my IG pool or do I need to buy a new pump?
Hayward pump comparison
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Assuming that free pump will run - it will work, although it is a bit oversized for your application. I would check on on what model pump that is - some pumps specifically for above ground pools require that the pump to be below the water level of the skimmer. If the pump is an inground model (SuperPump) - no problem. Above ground pump (PowerFlo LX) - not so great. If you can get the model of the free pump - we can give you a better answer.
Hayward marketed that pump as an above ground pump (predecessor of the PowerFlo LX) - if the pump is below your water level - that should work OK - if your pump is above the pool - I'd get another one. Something like your dead Superpump (3/4 HP).
The difference here is that aboveground pumps have gravity to help prime them, while an inground pump is self-priming (well, after you fill the strainer to get the seals to work).
The difference here is that aboveground pumps have gravity to help prime them, while an inground pump is self-priming (well, after you fill the strainer to get the seals to work).