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Chelsey
01/20/2006, 04:54 PM
I'm sure that there have been threads on this topic, but since the search function seems to be permanently disabled I've got to post this again.

I purchased a Maxi Jet 1200 today and I would like instructions on how to do the pump upgrade. What parts do I need to use (there were like 50 that came with the MJ)? Thanks in advance!


Chelsey

steelhealr
01/20/2006, 05:31 PM
Hi Chelsey..the fix is easy. All you need is:
-the pump
-the suction cup mount
-the cylindrical intake grate

The stock pump simply pulls up from the bottom and the tubing pulls out of the back wall. Cut off the tie that holds the tubing to the pump and simply exchange pumps. You might need to use different green tubing but, it should work. Also, you may want to replace the wratchet tie to keep the tubing secure on the pump.

If you really want to improve your flow, you can place the stock pump in the bottom of chamber one and put tubing together to run up and over the wall using 1/2" elbows from the spriinkler dept. at Home Depot. Here are pix from my setup.

http://i3.photobucket.com/albums/y55/steelhealr/mod2.jpg

http://i3.photobucket.com/albums/y55/steelhealr/nano43.jpg

Hope this helps. SH

Chelsey
01/20/2006, 05:44 PM
Thanks a million! :)