Skimmer and pump leaking

[stack_climber]

I have leaks at the skimmer and around the shaft on the pump. Can I order some form of gasket kit to replace the gasket/gaskets around the skimmer? What size pump would be best for a 32'x54" round above ground? Do they make a two speed 115v pump?

 

[linen]

Can I order some form of gasket kit to replace the gasket/gaskets around the skimmer?

Yes, you will need to know what skimmer you have, then new gaskets are easy to order. You can also make your own gaskets out of rubber sheeting by using the old gasket or faceplate as a guide.

I have leaks at the skimmer and around the shaft on the pump.

Sounds like you need a new pump seal (probably a pump shaft seal), not a whole new pump/moter (unless something else is not working). If you know your pump model, then the pump seal is easy to order as well.

 

[stack_climber]

That's one of my problems. The guy that sold us the pool never gave us any documentation on anything, pool, liner, pump, skimmer, sand filter. The pump motor is a GE motor but other than that, I have no idea. know the skimmer is a wide mouth but don't have a clue what brand it is. The sand filter is a Clearwater but it was a replacement for the original, since the original had a horribe leak around the valve the minute it was installed. The orignal wasn't a Clearwater.

I'd like to just replace the pump with one I know and have info on. Is the Hayward MaxFlo with built in timer a decent pump? Should I go 3/4hp or larger?

 

[UnderWaterVanya]

Doesn't your pump (and motor) have a label? Post pics and maybe someone can help I'd it even if some info is missing.

 

[stack_climber]

Nope, no label on the pump or the pool. The sand filter has one, but again it's a replacement from the original. There is a plate on the motor for the pump, but it's just the motor specs. I'll try to get some pics in a few days after Isaac blows out.