Mounting the filter and pump

[Nickmpower]

So I am relocating my pump and filter. When I moved in they were just sitting on blocks of concrete which I know isn't right. I am going to be using a hayward pump and probably pentiar filter so it seems there may not be one of those preformed plastic bases that will fit my needs, though I ideally that's what I would want.

This is the new location. I plan on busting up that concrete so I can get all the tubing and such back in there, then using some anchors in that piece that's leaning against the shed and bolting the equipment to it.

 

[steveg_nh]

My stuff just sits there too. Honestly I haven't seen too many bolted down. Figure how much the filter weighs and then all the pipe connections, nothing moves that I've seen at least.

 

[woodyp]

No real need in bolting down filter or pump. Filter heavy enough it's not going anywhere. Piping will hold pump in place. I'd just set it on a thick rubber pad. My pump is on an air conditioner plastic pad and not bolted down.

 

[JasonLion]

Bolting the equipment down can be a good idea in earthquake prone areas. Otherwise it is better not to, as bolting down will increase the amount of noise.

 

[steveg_nh]

I thought the same. It allows it to move just a bit, enough to help reduce tension and fatigue on the pipes, and reduce noise.