Pentair Intelliflow Pool Pump Motor Fix - Bearing Replacement

[@mguerramd]

Never tap on the outer race when installing a bearing on a shaft. You must use a pipe, a drift, or a socket to tap on the inner race only. Tapping on the outer race can damage the balls, the races, and the cage as all the force is transmitted through them to the inner race. Tap on the outer race when installing a bearing in to a boss. For the same reason. I hope you replaced the ceramic pump seals, they were leaking as evidenced by all the corrosion.

[@SivaFolsom]

Very useful suggestion.

[@GrujicicFamily]

Thank you for recording this video, I just finished fixing my pump, you saved me $2000 for a new pump, really appreciate it!

[@SivaFolsom]

Glad you found my video useful!

[@paul11273]

Thank you for taking the time to make this video. It was very helpful. I think I am going to have to do this exact repair. You have helped me to prepare for the job by sharing the bearing information. Thanks!

[@SivaFolsom]

I'm glad it's helping you out. Keep me posted on how the repair goes.

[@davidadler7197]

The stainless steel ####-ZZ bearings don't resist moisture as well as the original rubber-sided ones (-DDU aka -DU aka -2RS). Thanks for the detailed video!

[@SivaFolsom]

Thanks for the update. Hope it lasts for at least a couple of years.

[@paultamdoo5533]

Aa said before, never tap on the outer race. If you put the bearing in a toaster oven on broil @350° for 10 minutes it will usually push on by hand. You will need heat resistant gloves. Nice work by the way.

[@adamrecktenwald8029]

Thx for this - really helped!

[@SivaFolsom]

Glad you found this useful.

[@JasonGordon-z2w]

Thank you. This was perfect

[@SivaFolsom]

Glad you found it useful.

[@aesca151]

Good video. Unfortunately all of my bolts were seized and the aluminum housing was brittle. New pump at this point

[@SivaFolsom]

You could buy used ones on eBay.

[@americathefree3538]

Good video. Thanks for sharing.

[@SivaFolsom]

Thanks! I'm glad you liked it.

[@timbishop8418]

The rubber washer you pulled off at 7:39…do you know the size? Mine was destroyed when I got to that point.

[@SivaFolsom]

You may have to take the old one to a pool supply store and find out.

[@tf9623]

Thank you so much for posting this. I've ordered parts and should knock this out in a couple of days thanks to you. I have one question: what size (4/6/8 inches) bearing puller are you using? Thank you in advance.

[@SivaFolsom]

It's the 6 inch puller from Harborfreight. www.harborfreight.com/three-jaw-puller-set-3-piece-63953.html

[@tf9623]

@@SivaFolsom Thank you sir. I'm equipped now.

[@SivaFolsom]

@@tf9623 Good luck.

[@kevingburski64]

Any tips on getting the second bearing clip out? I’m using your same tool.

[@KaraokeSC]

READ THE @mguerramd COMMENT !!! He should also have cleaned off all the corrosion and painted the housing for further protection. As to the oven comment - at 350 degrees you may well damage the grease and/or the seals, and shorten the life of the bearing. The comment below about the stainless shields offering less protection than a truly sealed bearing is spot on.

[@klunkworks2020]

The front flange on the motor is to corroded to be reused!! That flange controls how much pressure is applied to the rotating seal, and it's gone!!

[@SivaFolsom]

The motor has been working everyday since I fixed it. Will keep an eye on it and replace if needed.