- Jul 16, 2020
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- Boat Info
- 1999 450 Express Bridge, 9’ Achilles dinghy w/15hp Suzuki EFI
- Engines
- Caterpillar 3126TA
I noticed recently that one of my fresh water pumps (#1) was not making any sound pressurizing the system when I turned it on at the panel. I checked it at the pump with my meter and there is power to it. The Shur Flo pump was original to the boat built in 1998.
I made a quick call to Pentair/Sur Flo and confirmed they no longer make this pump. The replacement is the "Aqua King II" (part # 4138-111-E65) which seems to have some less than stellar reviews, with pressure switch failures after a year or so.
First question, looking at the water lines, the pumps work in tandem correct? Next, is the old pump rebuildable? Should I hang on to it if I can repair it as a spare? Any other fun advice for this repair/replacement? Thank you in advance.
Jim
I made a quick call to Pentair/Sur Flo and confirmed they no longer make this pump. The replacement is the "Aqua King II" (part # 4138-111-E65) which seems to have some less than stellar reviews, with pressure switch failures after a year or so.
First question, looking at the water lines, the pumps work in tandem correct? Next, is the old pump rebuildable? Should I hang on to it if I can repair it as a spare? Any other fun advice for this repair/replacement? Thank you in advance.
Jim