Ducklakeview
Lifer
Couple of things. Firstly, if the motor has failed due to water ingress, which is the case for 100% of the one's I have repaired, then IF you pull the bypass, there is a VERY high chance that either; It will not work, or that it will seize in the "bypassed" position. Reason for this is that the bypass cable operates a small brass plunger on the side of the pump, as the pump is alloy then you get galvanic or "different metals" corrosion between the two. Due to this, on every repair/relocation I do, I always remove the bypass actuator lever and physically check and free off the plunger. MOST of them are stuck, usually in the bypass position if the red ring has been pulled.
Secondly, I can pretty much guarantee that you WON'T need a new motor. They are sturdy little things, and respond well to a little TLC. I've NEVER had to replace one, even those that have been seized solid, and not worked for years can be brought back to full working order.
Mike
Secondly, I can pretty much guarantee that you WON'T need a new motor. They are sturdy little things, and respond well to a little TLC. I've NEVER had to replace one, even those that have been seized solid, and not worked for years can be brought back to full working order.
Mike