Pump issue

[Nate1975]

How long do pumps typically last? This pump is the original so probably 10-11 years old. Went out because I noticed lots of debris on the water. SWG was flashing ‘no flow’. Pump is hot to the touch and smells hot. Pump won’t turn back on.
Is there anything else to check or just time to purchase a new pump? If I need a new pump any recommendations??
Thanks

 

[guinness]

You can probably change the motor to a variable speed like the V-Green 1.65 w/ Tune Up Kit Sta-Rite Max-E-Pro. Check with Inyo Pools for correct parts.

 

[Nate1975]

Would this be preferred over replacing the whole pump?

 

[Nate1975]

The attached pic shows my current pump. The V Green 1.65 would be a comparable motor replacement?
If I just replace the pump are there any suggestions on a comparable replacement?

 

[guinness]

What is your budget, are you replacing yourself or using a service person? Do you have any plans to get automation? The Pentair Superflo VS is another option.

 

[Nate1975]

I found a max e pro replacement pump for about the same price as the V Green. That is about the e top of my budget. Just wondering which option would be best. I’m not super handy but watching the video on how to replace the motor looked doable. No plans at this time for automation.

 

[guinness]

Instead of getting another single speed pump, recommend getting a variable speed instead. Over the life of the pump you would see significant savings, see article How Much Does My Pool Pump Cost to Run? for more details. See the post below for someone else that changed the motor for the first time.

Pump died - need replacement

Current model ST1152 1.5hp single speed seized and is throwing sparks out its vent. I keep hearing variable speed is the way to go for energy savings anyway. I went to chain pool store and they recommended a Jacuzzi JVS270s 2.7THP at $1900 plus tax and labor to install comes to $2500 total. This...

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I had the same issue Sunday with a 1.5hp Hayward Super Pump. I am by no means a DIY'er. I can't do anything!!!!! I was able to mount a new motor on the wet end of my pump in a couple hours. I didn't get the V-Green VS but as long as it matches up its the same process.

 

[guinness]

Also see the following thread about energy savings with a VS pump.

Advice for pump replacement- looking at VS pump

Hello fellow TF Pool enthusiasts! First I want to say thank you for all the help I have gotten since joining tfpool. The knowledge here has been all I need to run my own pool for the past 3 summers and keep it sparkling clean! So now my Hayward Max-flo 1 1/2 hp is showing signs that it would...

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