I beleive I found the problem. The pool pump basket is cracked. I finally got pressure up to 20 lbs. and when I turned it off I saw water squirt out of the bottom-front of the pump.
Now, do I use the same motor and try to find replacement parts, or go with a new pump?
I currently have a hydramax II, 1.5 hp. I have no idea how old it is.
Thanks for stickin with this one.