Northstar pump motor replacement

[aylad]

and definitely build something to keep the water off the pump motor.

Mark, does this apply to normal rain, too, or just excessive runoff like the OP has?

[mas985]

My response was mainly because the OP thought it was causing the problem and he had runoff from the roof. Normally, rain shouldn't be an issue but if you have runoff from a roof, that can work its way into places it shouldn't be. The Northstar is a pretty well sealed pump motor so I am actually surprised they had this problem. Both of my pumps are out in the open but our rain is usually mild.

The OPs problem could also be poorly manufactured seals. If those fail, then the water will get into the bearings and they too will shortly fail.

[aylad]

. If those fail, then the water will get into the bearings and they too will shortly fail.

Yep, that's why I just had to replace my motor. Just checking to see if covering my motor somehow would make any difference in its lifespan. No runoff issues for me, though--there's nothing at all above my pump/motor, and it sits on a concrete pad.

Didn't mean to hijack the post--now back to the original poster's issues!!

Janet

[masksav]

I definitely have a roof runoff issue. The water runs off the roof and hits the back of the pump motor. To remedy this I have installed a 12' section of gutter over the equipment as well as I will be putting a motor cover on the new motor. The previous 2 motor died from bearing failure.
By the way I bought the new replacement motor and impeller kit with seals on E-Bay for $288.00 and with all the help you guys have given me it should be a piece of cake and I save $300.00 over the last replacement. So thank you all!