Low suction Sta-Rite Dur*Glas pump | Latest Forum Discussions

I have a Sta-Rite P2RA5F-125L pump (pre 1998) with low suction. The pump is removed from the pool piping and I tested for suction with pool hoses. I removed the trap - gasket fell apart upon separating the trap from the pump. Removed the clamp and pump volute - O-rings pretty hard and not flexible. Removed Impeller and diffuser. I removed the 4 bolts holding the motor to the Seal Plate however the shaft seal is not easily removed from the motor shaft. I have the copper insert. I've ordered the Go kit for this pump.

What's the risk of not replacing the shaft seal? No leaking was observed around the motor shaft.

Thanks