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Shurflo waterpump

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Re: Shurflo waterpump

Postby Midnightsun » May 7th, 2025, 5:40 am

I am confused. You say when the pump activates the lid gets forced open and leaks. If it is on the suction side it would not be forced open but rather sucked closed.
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Re: Shurflo waterpump

Postby Pha8 » May 8th, 2025, 4:42 pm

Midnightsun wrote:Source of the post I am confused. You say when the pump activates the lid gets forced open and leaks. If it is on the suction side it would not be forced open but rather sucked closed.


The strainer is attached to the inlet of the water pump.
>The suction/pull side.
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Re: Shurflo waterpump

Postby Pha8 » May 8th, 2025, 4:59 pm

Pha8 wrote:Source of the post I have a Shurflo <a href="tel:2088-712-244">2088-712-244</a> water pump with a Shurflo water strainer 252-3. When the pump, pumps water, the lid lifts and water spills out the top. I tightened it as much as the lid will go before the plastic piece stops it and still leaks?? The rubber gasket looks to be in good condition. I cannot seem to find a new replacement lid and was wondering if their is a newer model available or if I should just replace the pump with a simular model?

Shurflo <a href="tel:2088-712-244">2088-712-244</a> water pump
Open flo 3.8 GPM
45psi
12amp max
12vdc

Shurflo 252-3 strainer


Sooooo the replacement strainer will not work because it has a barbed end on one side and the wrong size diameter female fitting on the inlet side. I do not want to add any more fittings or connections, so I would much rather just replace the pump and strainer to a newer style with a more universal connection type. Any suggestions on brands and comparable models to what is currently in place?
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Re: Shurflo waterpump

Postby Midnightsun » May 8th, 2025, 7:06 pm

The strainer is attached to the inlet of the water pump.
>The suction/pull side.


I completely understand that however how does one explain it gets pressurized when it is on the suction side which is why I am confused.

There are several pumps out there and you will get many recommendations. Shurflo and Jabsco are the big names however I have had very good luck with this one. https://www.etrailer.com/RV-Water-Pump/ ... E57FR.html
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Re: Shurflo waterpump

Postby Pha8 » June 11th, 2025, 10:00 pm

Ended up just replacing the pump and strainer with the Jabsco HD4. Came with a strainer. A little bit quieter and a bit more consistant water presure. PITA to change, but well worth it.

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