Thanks Swimming Pool Wizard. I've tried both the pantyhose and the official skimmer basket covers but they only last a few days. I was hoping to find...

I have similar problems!! Pump diffuser keeps sucking the o-ring into the pump. Too much play between for the diffuser moves back and forth allowing...

i figured out what it is. It's a venturi for the seat jets. It allows air to be mixed into the line for those jets and makes the seat like a spa. I...

Since you moved the equipment you must have replumbed it. Check for suction leaks.

Does it run with only the hose but no vacuum attached? Sounds like a leak in the vacuum hose or you are not priming the hose and it takes such a big...

the pressure goes down, pressure become very low and engine working very hard.
the pressure of vacuum cleaner decreases, very low, it goes all right...

I tested all suction lines using a drain king for pressure. All were fine.

I was wondering if the filter pressure would rise to high levels if...

When I turn the valve to close off one of the sides, the water just kind of pours into the pump, not moving very fast. When I open the valve for both...

Thanks so much. That makes a lot of sense and since it worked for you, I'll definitely try out your idea this year; unfortunately, the problem may...

Try find a dealer nearby. You can have the motor repaired.

According to this pool volume calculator your pool has nearly 16,000 gallons. A 2 hp pump...

have same problem plese help

My pump is losing prime when the pool shuts off and water gushes from the skimmer. When I try to restart the pump, it will not prime. When I add...

3 of the long bolts that hold the motor together broke. So, therefore a new motor was purchased
Those long bolts are standard fare for electric...

If you want to check if the filter is plugged up, try recirculate. The water only goes through the dial valve, not the sand.

Turn off the pump....

A persistent problem could cause permanent pump damage and may result in bigger problems down the line. The call is yours. If you can live with the...

The pump and any electric equipment must go for service. The pump will get opened and dried and maybe also new bearings. The plastic and fiberglass...

Could you try to run the pump after removing the filter grids and see what kind of pressure registers.

It should be very low if the return lines are...

thanks, Greg ...that's what I try next..I'll let you know how it goes!!

Barry