pump hums

[poolhelp101]

not had anymore problems with the pump. but i just tried to fix the leak at that screw but it didn't help, actually i made the leak worse so i may not know what i am doing. i took the screw out and wrapped the tape around it. when i turned the pump on it leaked worse so i took it back off. the screw is like a wing screw(i guess that's what you call it) and it leaks from the middle of the screw. can you tell me what i have done wrong or what i can do to fix it? thanks.

[Sumo1]

"...the screw is like a wing-screw and it leaks from the middle..." (Sorry, I've never mastered quoting from other posts ) It sounds as though you might be describing a petcock. They can wear out. If it is then you can match it and put a new one in. Good auto parts stores are a source. Around here, NAPA would be my first stop. Hope this helps!
Hal

[Poconos]

I agree with Sumo....and if you can't find a replacement petcock then just get the right size pipe plug and use teflon tape on the threads.
Al