I have been having an issue where the water system pump wouldn't shut off. Checked for leaks and everything. Couldn't find anything. So I pulled the pump and tested it. Took off the pressure switch and cleaned it up a bit (a bit of black on the diaphram). Didn't look bad, but did look used. When I tested the pump, I did get it to shut off at the 55 psi spec. and turn back on around 25 psi. Would be great if I could replace the switch, but it's all discontinued (2011 pump). So here's my question. Do I just bite the bullet and put a new pump in for about $150-$200? Or reinstall the old pump and see what happens and if it fails (my guess is I'll probably get a season out of it), then install a new pump? What say you? Thanks in advance.
Fresh water system pump - thoughts
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I replaced mine. On my boat it is in a very tight space beside the water heater. No sense in killing myself twice to try to fix it then have to replace it again next year.I think i got smarter with age, well maybe not. My body just wont bend the same again for very long. LOL
Stee6043
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Hah. I have these thoughts every time I'm in the engine room. "Well, since I'm here...."
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You know if you don't replace it now, it will fail when you are far from home, without the right parts/tools and the Admiral is already pissed and wants a hot shower.
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Install a new one. There are some things that you do not want to chance on a boat. A hot shower or toilet flush are on that list. Keep the old one for an emergency back up. The new one will last for years so it's actually a cheap purchase.
Keith
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I bought 2 of these last year...
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Skybolt
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@Golfman25 I'll go one better, when I replaced my last pump,
I bought two. I keep that same exact pump on board as a spare for just such an occasion.
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I bought two. I keep that same exact pump on board as a spare for just such an occasion.
Jabsco PAR-Max HD4 Marine Freshwater Delivery Pump
The Jabsco PAR-Max Heavy Duty Marine Freshwater Delivery Pumps are designed to be durable and high performing; providing years of satisfactory service in a variety of marine applications. Features: Co-Molded TPV technology for long life and durabilit
If the pump is a shurflo throw the piece of shit out. I went down that rabbit hole and replaced three of these
Absolute garbage…China made cold soldered pressure switch. I paid for three before I smartened up…. I went orange Seaflo
and a complete difference…. Quiet …great flow …plug and play…. 2 years going strong
Absolute garbage…China made cold soldered pressure switch. I paid for three before I smartened up…. I went orange Seaflo
and a complete difference…. Quiet …great flow …plug and play…. 2 years going strong
Bill Curtis
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Chances are if you have a good spare on board, the operating one will last long past your expiration date.@Golfman25 I'll go one better, when I replaced my last pump,
I bought two. I keep that same exact pump on board as a spare for just such an occasion.
Jabsco PAR-Max HD4 Marine Freshwater Delivery Pump
The Jabsco PAR-Max Heavy Duty Marine Freshwater Delivery Pumps are designed to be durable and high performing; providing years of satisfactory service in a variety of marine applications. Features: Co-Molded TPV technology for long life and durabilit
Skybolt
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It does seem to work that way.
I have never used a spare part
Skybolt
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Exactly - I had to use a turbo once. But for the most part, spare parts keep the originals going longer.
