Thanks Jim.

I agree. Yours is likely similar/same to the $35 Cnd. "Nameco" brand
pumps available locally.

Just ordered this Nautilus pump:

http://www.shurflo.com/pages/RV/rv_categories/general_purpose/generalPurposePumps.html

Bigger than needed, but increased flow should be future useful should
I install a spray type nozzle. Speaking of bigger, website specifies a
3 amp rated switch. I'll have to remind myself to double check my
wiring guage/fuse/footswitch.

RV fellow said EV's use a similar pump. This pump is relatively
costly, (~ $88 Cnd before tax) but I figure the ShurFlo will outlast
them, paying for itself.

Thanks for tips on winterizing. I had also read of people using
vinegar or Vodka (Albertsons brand I presume) to winterize water.
Thank you archives.

Neil.

On Fri, Jun 5, 2009 at 1:48 PM, Jim Arnott<jrasite@eoni.com> wrote:
> I got my last one from BusDepot. It has significantly less flow than the one
> it replaced (but that makes the water last longer). �And yes, lack of
> winterizing is what killed its predesessor. I put the pink RV antifreeze in
> after Leavenworth (early Oct) and remove it in early May. Takes 3 gallons to
> actually get it circulating. Crummy pump and a b*#&h to prime.
>
> Jim
>
> ----- Original Message ----- From: "neil N" <musomuso@GMAIL.COM>
> To: <vanagon@GERRY.VANAGON.COM>
> Sent: Friday, June 05, 2009 12:45 PM
> Subject: A Better Quality Sink Pump? ShurFlo? FLAPS Alternative?
>
>> I realize my pump could have been damaged by lack of winterizing, but
>> it seems the Westy pump is a weak spot. So, I am looking for a better
>> quality pump.
>
>

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