Hello. We have a Hayward Super II EZ pump and housing system that we have maintained on a DIY basis for 20 years. We have encountered a new problem that seems simple but is turning out to be a major challenge. Two of the six metal female receptacles in the housing strainer body have pulled out from the housing itself. This means that we can no longer screw in the bolts that attach the motor mounting/seal plates to the housing body. We have tried reseating them into the holes where they belong with JB Weld but that does not hold them sufficiently in place. This may be because JB Weld is not the correct "glue" for this situation (polypropylene housing?). Other suggestions would be greatly appreciated. $250 for a new housing (plus all the PVC piping replacement) seems like overkill for these two little copper/brass fittings. Clearly the manufacturer is able to anchor these. For a picture, I am talking about the 6 metal holes here: Hayward Pump Housing Strainer, 1-1/2"" W/drain Plugs - SPX3100AAZ - INYOPools.com Thanks all!
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Repair Tap Set, Hayward, Pump Housing (sp1600tap) Single - INYOPools.com
Repair Tap Set, Hayward, Pump Housing (sp1600tap) Single
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Aha! I had just discovered that solution in one of your other posts. Thank you. Since this kit seems to come with 2 taps, buying one kit oughta do it, right? I also see that heating the insert with a soldering iron can work. Do you have any experience with one vs. the other? Thanks again.
- Jul 21, 2013
- 53,039
- Pool Size
- 35000
- Surface
- Plaster
- Chlorine
- Salt Water Generator
- SWG Type
- Pentair Intellichlor IC-60
Why? Is the bolt that comes with the kit larger in diameter or threaded differently than the originals? It looks as though the kit comes with 2 inserts...
- May 3, 2014
- 58,577
- Pool Size
- 6000
- Surface
- Fiberglass
- Chlorine
- Salt Water Generator
- SWG Type
- Pentair Intellichlor IC-40
Go to the Inyopools site. The kit is for one bolt. If you have multiple bolts to repair, you will need multiple kits.
The kit contains two brass inserts, so it will fix two loose brass inserts.
The bolt isn't even necessary because you can use the existing bolts.
The bolt isn't even necessary because you can use the existing bolts.
I did look at the Inyo link. Unfortunately, people there ask the same question, but answer remains unclear. No instructions with the kit apparently. Do I assume that both taps go into one hole? Also not clear what the nut is for, since there is no nut involved in this situation. James: you agree that only one kit needed for two holes with loose inserts? Thanks.
I have used the kit and from what I remember the original bolts work.
I think that the bolt is used just to install the brass inserts.
I think that you screw the nut onto the bolt and then the brass insert and then screw it in with the bolt.
I think that the kit contains instructions.
I would get just one kit.
I think that the bolt is used just to install the brass inserts.
I think that you screw the nut onto the bolt and then the brass insert and then screw it in with the bolt.
I think that the kit contains instructions.
I would get just one kit.
Here's the kit with instructions, two brass inserts, one bolt and one nut.
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If the inserts are the ones on the sides, you might be able to drill all the way through and use a longer bolt and nut on the far side and not use the inserts at all.
You might need to shave down the rib some if it's in the way.
You might need to shave down the rib some if it's in the way.
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I think that the bolt thread is 3/8-16 and you can get inserts at home depot..
Verify the size.
I think that you drill the original hole a little bit bigger and then thread the brass insert into the plastic.
You might warm up the plastic some to make the brass easier to install and less likely to crack.
Or, maybe use some epoxy to help set the brass in place.
The brass has slots for a big screwdriver to screw down the insert.
I think that you can also use the bolts and nut to install the brass insert.
Below is a pack of 10 or they are sold individually.
Verify the size.
I think that you drill the original hole a little bit bigger and then thread the brass insert into the plastic.
You might warm up the plastic some to make the brass easier to install and less likely to crack.
Or, maybe use some epoxy to help set the brass in place.
The brass has slots for a big screwdriver to screw down the insert.
I think that you can also use the bolts and nut to install the brass insert.
Below is a pack of 10 or they are sold individually.
E-Z LOK Threaded Insert for Hard Wood, Brass, 3/8 in.-16 TPI Internal Threads, 0.625 in. L (10-Pack) 400-6 - The Home Depot
Ideal for use in applications like furniture, cabinetry, tap handles, and storm windows, Knife Thread inserts provide strong machine threads in hard wood. Use wherever assembly or disassembly can lead
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