We have had a pump on order for a few months knowing ours was on its last leg. Ten days ago the pump went out. The pool guy said he could just replace the dry and wet side . What he didn’t say was our current drive was outdated and wouldn’t run the new pump. We have pentair easy touch system. It is older and the old drive won’t run the pump. I can’t find a 3hp complete pump under 3500. I also can’t find a newer style drive for under 1600 which is over double the normal cost. Does anyone run a hayword pump on a pentair system ?
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Originally posted by cantexduck View PostWe have had a pump on order for a few months knowing ours was on its last leg. Ten days ago the pump went out. The pool guy said he could just replace the dry and wet side . What he didn’t say was our current drive was outdated and wouldn’t run the new pump. We have pentair easy touch system. It is older and the old drive won’t run the pump. I can’t find a 3hp complete pump under 3500. I also can’t find a newer style drive for under 1600 which is over double the normal cost. Does anyone run a hayword pump on a pentair system ?
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I'm not buying what your pool guy is selling. Find a good warehouse type retailer that can order a motor with the proper shaft configuration you need.
Is there a tag on the motor with a pn? If so, bypass the pool guy.
Worst case, can your motor be rebuilt? I know that's more down time but it's an option.
Are you running a couple of choline floaters to keep the water clear? It will mean less work on the back side.
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Friendly and respectful suggestion.
Try to keep your pools and the operating system simple.
I run and maintain a 20 yr old pool with a 1st generation chlorinator. Filter catridges, 2 pumps, heater, and in wall pool cleaner.
I maintain everything myself. Never added variable speed pumps, no remote system controls, no updated chlorinator, no added automation chemical controls. Wash and rinse filters once a year or when needed. Replace a pump motor when needed (about every 5-7 years). It's really easy.
Neighbor updates everything all the time and pays for pool services. It's always an issue with something.
I see it as similar as keeping a std V8 engine running as dependable vs depending on todays latest hybrids or electrics.
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