Return Pump

Discussion in 'Fish Tank Brands and Kits' started by omard, Sep 13, 2007.

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  1. omard

    omard Gnarly Old Codfish

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    Replaced return pump this A.M (Dolphin 1200).

    Had not noticed how noisy old one had gotten until I replaced it with new (ViaAqua 4900).

    20 years of flying helicopters (US Army) kind of wrecked my ears anyway...but wife had been complaining.

    Old one had been running for almost 5 years. Was time it was swapped out.

    Will make a good backup, esp. if I can find a new impeller replacement for it.

    The Dolphin 1200 is no longer made - If anyone knows source, or substitute impeller assembly, please let me know.

    THX
     
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  3. Tangster

    Tangster 3reef Sponsor

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    Is the 1200 you have the 1200 SS red/rust color or blue/greay T.T pump ?
     
  4. omard

    omard Gnarly Old Codfish

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    It is Model: DP-1200 (and is black)

    Max Flow Rate 1,200 GPH
    Max Head: 20 FT

    5 year old model.

    PS: Just pulled apart. Impeller is definetly shot. Slides easily up and down shaft (which is permanently affixed to impeller housing cover) :confused:
     
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  5. Tangster

    Tangster 3reef Sponsor

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    I'll call out rep at dolphin and ask them I have to order seals and impellers also for some clients pumps . I have a pile to sort through.. ):
     
  6. omard

    omard Gnarly Old Codfish

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    Thanks much. Have called everyone listing one on internet...all out of stock.
     
  7. Tangster

    Tangster 3reef Sponsor

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    30.00 Plus shipping for the impeller if thats all you need ? Your pump looks like the wave runner kind of its also submersible and black plastic ?