Mark M Posted October 16, 2010 Report Share Posted October 16, 2010 I have to change my 25+ year old pool pump. It's working but its just not efficient. It's a Centurion B835 Its held on by 4 bolts to the basket. (see pics) It seems simple enough to swap out for a new one. Is there anything too complicated that I'm unaware of? Of course I'm looking for a 2 speed higher efficient pump. Most pumps seem to be attached to the basket. How do I find a pump that will just bolt to my set up? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pool Clown Posted October 16, 2010 Report Share Posted October 16, 2010 Most pumps seem to be attached to the basket. How do I find a pump that will just bolt to my set up? You won't. Part of that energy efficiency is the pump, as well as the motor. And thats pretty much how you will find them. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
txpoolguy Posted October 21, 2010 Report Share Posted October 21, 2010 Many would recommend replacing the whole pump, as well as your filter. The Anthony system you have was a good system in it's time, but efficiency and ease of operation have increased quite a bit in the past 3 decades. Newer pumps are far more efficient than the one you have and newer filters have increased efficiency and are easier to clean/backwash. I'd recommend eliminating all copper plumbing at the same time, as the copper is prone to staining. Proobable that you have bluish staining, or did before a resurface. Yes, it costs more, but it's a good investment, considering the better technology available today. You can probably even go down to a 1hp or 1.5 hp and not lose any performance in your pool/spa. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Beelzy Posted October 21, 2010 Report Share Posted October 21, 2010 Dude! Your pump is so in-efficient that replacing the whole pump complete, even to a single speed will save you $$ (You will probably be able to get by with a 1hp unit too) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pool Raider Posted November 15, 2010 Report Share Posted November 15, 2010 Look into the Hayward EcoStar variable speed pump. You can plug right into a T104 type clock (Guessing that's what you have for a clock) and get all the functions of a modern automated system built into the pump. Freeze protection, variable speeds, programming, time-out to circulate water for 30 minutes after you add chems etc... lots of value and effieciency for the money. Good luck, heres one I installed a few weeks ago.... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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