My motor is screaming at me and I'm planning on replacing it with the most energy efficient option that still functions well. The pool is 18,000 gallons. Would you guys recommend a 2-speed? Here is a pic of what I have now: 
Looking for energy efficient replacement motor
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A two speed, if you run it in low speed a lot will be more energy efficient but we will need to see more information on you set up. If you could add your pool details to your signature we can take a looke at it. Type/size of filter, or other details like waterfalls, returns and sheer descents may effect it.
A two speed, if you run it in low speed a lot will be more energy efficient but we will need to see more information on you set up. If you could add your pool details to your signature we can take a looke at it. Type/size of filter, or other details like waterfalls, returns and sheer descents may effect it.
Again, I am looking to replace my pump motor and would love any input on what you guys would recommend or do in my situation.
Bob_Funk
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I'm no expert but I just installed a Pentair wisperflo 1hp 2 speed on Saturday & I like it so far FWIW.
Maybe someone can confirm, but it appears the Century B2980 motor would work. It has the same physical specs (56Y frame size, square face mounting). The only part that doesn't match is the total HP; your existing pump is .98THP and the B2980 is 1.25THP, but I believe it's okay to run a higher HP motor with your existing impeller and not the other way around. I have the larger Century B2982 and it's great. There is also the B2980T which has a timer.
Make sure to get a new seal and I like to replace the o-rings too.
Make sure to get a new seal and I like to replace the o-rings too.
Thanks!! That looks like it may be the answer. I read somewhere that I may need to be careful with the pressure because I have a DE filter. Is there any reason to believe that it would not be okay to run a pump on low speed because of this?