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    My friend's pool (see below for info) seems to consistently get small, circulating air bubbles in her pump basket. When I put her skimmer shut-off to half for a bit, the basket returns to full with no bubbles. A few hours later, same thing. Is this symptomatic of something?

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    Suction side leak. Could even be the O-Ring on the gasket lid if she's lucky.
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    Oooh, thanks! I noticed the o-ring looked really dry.I tried to remove it to inspect it, but I couldn't even budge it! Will recommend getting a new one and then scrape away the old one, and replace. Sound like a plan?
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    As an aside, it's funny. My own o-ring falls out every time I clean the basket. Pain in the patootie! Thank goodness I use skimmer socks!
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    Quote Originally Posted by FormerBromineUser View Post
    Oooh, thanks! I noticed the o-ring looked really dry.I tried to remove it to inspect it, but I couldn't even budge it! Will recommend getting a new one and then scrape away the old one, and replace. Sound like a plan?
    Yup. It should be soft and pliable.
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    Quote Originally Posted by FormerBromineUser View Post
    As an aside, it's funny. My own o-ring falls out every time I clean the basket. Pain in the patootie! Thank goodness I use skimmer socks!

    Put some Pool and Spa Lube on it and it will hold it in place.
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    Hey. Could one of you hydraulics guys chime in on this thread if you have anything to add? Pool/Spa connection question: http://www.poolforum.com/pf2/showthr...012#post128012 Thanks!!!
    26K gal 20x40 rectangular IG vinyl pool; Apr 2014: New pump, liner, auto-cover, & water; Pentair Whisperflo 1HP pump; Pentair Trition sand filter; Cover/Star CS-500 auto cover; Taylor K-2006C; OTO

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