• We are currently upgrading MFK. thanks! -neo

Please help - pump leaking - convert rpm/amp/hp to gpm

DN328 said:
Ah, ok. I assumed the connection between the PVC and pump when you mentioned tightening to no avail.

Perhaps I'm missing some key points. If you had to adjust the outlet or inlet on the PVC for a new pump there are adaptors the adjust the size. For example when I split my 1.25" return to two 3/4", I used an adapter at the T. You should be able to do this without having to replace you entire plumping.

Why weren't you able to use reefflo?
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Unfortunately there isn't room under the sump to adapt fittings. The pvc up to the overflow box is too tight and extending the pump outward by adding an adapter would mean having to replumb the entire line from the overflow box to the pump.

The guy at marinedepot said the reeflo won't work it will be too weak but the guy at bulkreefsupply I just talked to said it will work. :/
 
Remind me how big your tanks is and what's we your ideal turnover rate? That will help us assess the pump needed. Also what's the approximate head height.

I trust what you're saying in terms of your plumbing limitations but from the pictures you've shared Im still a little optimistic ;D
 
BTW sorry for all the typos folks...I'm prone to that even more over the phone lol
 
DN328 said:
Remind me how big your tanks is and what's we your ideal turnover rate? That will help us assess the pump needed. Also what's the approximate head height.

I trust what you're saying in terms of your plumbing limitations but from the pictures you've shared Im still a little optimistic ;D
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Thank you. I just heard back from the previous owner of the tank and he confirmed the pump is a reeflo. :)
 
Looks like an old school Reeflo Snapper. I'm guessing you just need a new seal.

Copied and pasted from Reeflo's Troubleshooting: http://www.reeflopumps.com/tech-help-faq-s.html

LEAKY SHAFT SEAL
Most leaks come from small openings in the seal that wraps around the shaft as it enters the pump head

Leaks along the shaft between the pump and the motor are the most common type of leaks. Sometimes during rough shipping the seals get thrown out of balance. This leads to immediate drip leaks or premature wear. The best and quickest solution is for us to send you a new seal kit and for you to install it. After your install, the seal will be in squarely and should last for years. The install a ratchet set and little sealant and will take about 30 minutes.

To get a seal either go onto our website http://www.reeflopumps.com/partsordering.html and order or

Send an email to sales@reeflopumps.com and include

  • the model name

  • serial # from the top of the pump cover

  • Your shipping address
SEAL INSTALL INSTRUCTIONS

FOR PICTURE STEP-BY-STEP INSTRUCTIONS-GO TO THE FOLLOWING LINK:

http://www.reeflopumps.com/sealinstallothertips.html
 
Thank you so much for the info and links. We will contact you to purchase a seal. I already bought a new reeflo so we will have a backup once the old one is serviced which is great.
 
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