Which pump?

[larry2338]

I understand and have a certain amount of respect for name brand and reputations - but - if they are new AO Smith motors with a 1 year warranty and a 5 year limited warranty on the pump housing, how are they different from the 'name brands'? Just wondering if you aren't effectively buying a Hayward, Sta-Rite, Pentair, etc. without the $150.00 charge for the 'name'.

[tenax]

you may be right..without using a cheaper one..seal quality? anti-vibration? , noise insulation? part of the problem is finding someone who's used one of the "non hayward,starite, pentair, jacuzzi" pumps!

[larry2338]

Thought I'd better point out that the company site I referenced I found through a Google search. I had never heard of them before and have no connection with or knowledge of their business. I'm just trying to find the most cost-effective route to replacing my current pump and am certainly open to ALL suggestions.