Bring back from the dead

It seems that with construction still slow, my customers are bringing in old retired pumps to be fixed.  In the past, these were relegated to the graveyard and new pumps were purchased.  Now, these pumps are being called back into service as fixing them is cheaper than buying new.

So. the lesson here is put up all pumps correctly, even if you think that you may never use them again.  If you don’t throw them out, you may call them back into service or even sell them.  Either way, the 30 min taken will pay dividends.  Also, NEVER seal off the pump by covering the siphon or prime or hose outlet with plastic.  By doing so, you guarantee rust will positively set in.  Clean the machine as well as possible and then pump dry.  I am replacing more rusted parts than worn parts.