Bearing noise and leaking

[Jesusfreak]

Pentair 1.5hp. I have some mechanical skills. Never worked on a pump before, but have changed a few timing belts in my Miata. Do you think I can repair this? Where should I search for parts? Thank you

 

[ajw22]

Post pics of your pump and motor showing the data plates on it.

 

[Jesusfreak]

Here ya go!

 

[zea3]

Here is a video that covers Whisperflow pump repair. You can review it and see if you are comfortable attempting this repair.

pt 2

 

[JamesW]

You can replace the motor and seals or maybe consider going to a Superflo VS pump. With the unions, it should be an easy switch.

 

[ajw22]

Here ya go!

Hey Jesus, we have to be able to read the data plates to give accurate parts advice.

 

[JamesW]

Pentair 340039 SuperFlo High Performance Single Speed Pool Pump, 1½ Horsepower, 115/230 Volt, 1 Phase.

 

[Jesusfreak]

Thank you for the videos. I’m at the point of trying to remove the front bearing. Found this inside of pump housing where the windings are.

 

[JamesW]

I would go with a new motor or just go with a new variable speed pump.

The pump is oversized. So, you can go to a smaller motor and impeller, a two speed motor, a variable speed motor or a new variable speed pump.

How old is the pump?

There should be a sticker on the front of the pump with a date. What is the date?

 

[Jesusfreak]

Is this the seal? Bearings replaced!

 

[JamesW]

http://www.ussealmfg.com/pdfs/Use-The-Right-Seal-For-Your-Pool-and-Spa-Pumps.pdf

http://www.ussealmfg.com/pdfs/U.S.-SEALUBE.pdf

 

[Jesusfreak]

Great video. Now, where do I get the seal kit?

 

[Jesusfreak]

Is this it??? Seal & Gasket Kit for Pentair WhisperFlo & IntelliFlo Pool Pumps | GO-KIT32 APCK1027

 

[JamesW]

Get the heavy duty "Ozone/Salt" seal.

Pump Shaft Seal, Heavy Duty style for Saltwater Pools - PS-3867/AS-200V - INYOPools.com

Pump Shaft Seal Heavy Duty (Saltwater Pools) - PS-3867

www.inyopools.com

 

[Jesusfreak]

Just an FYI, I will be selling my home soon. I don’t mind putting quality parts in it, but where is the other parts to the seal kit? Will the previous mentioned kit fit/work? Thank you

 

[JamesW]

PS-3867 SEAL VITON CARBON POLISHED CUP MOUNTED SEAT 5/8

Pool Supply Unlimited has some of the best prices when shopping for PS-3867 SEAL VITON CARBON POLISHED CUP MOUNTED SEAT 5/8

www.poolsupplyunlimited.com

Get the Go kit and the better seal and throw the cheap seal away or use it as a spare.

 

[Jesusfreak]

So, I ordered the parts and I am still waiting. My pool is now green.
Is this normal when not circulating for a few days?

 

[mknauss]

Regardless if you have a pump or not, you need to maintain your FC based on the FC/CYA Levels and move the water around with a brush or sump pump to mix the chemicals in.

Sounds like you will need to follow the SLAM Process when you get your pump repaired.

 

[ajw22]

Pour 5ppm of liquid chlorine into your pool daily and mix the water with your pool brush until you pump running.

Then follow the SLAM Process

 

[Jesusfreak]

Turns out I ordered the wrong parts. I have a Superflo pump, not Whisperflo. I picked up a seal locally, but now I can’t get the L/H thread impeller bolt threaded. I left it at the pool store this evening.