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Mine is bad, took it apart and at the least magnets have separated from housing, it is a ShurFlo 200-210-39 and the specs are on this label https://postimg.cc/bZrk2MvY

Can anyone suggest a replacement? Maybe there is a better version? Seems like this one is no longer avail and the replacement suggested online does not offer any where near the 10.6 gallons per minute that the label on mine says it puts out.

 
Remco Aquatech makes pumps of good quality, and any pump that can deliver 4-5 gpm will do fine.  You can only get so much water through those skinny tubes!

https://www.amazon.com/Motorhome-Aquatec-Variable-Speed-Pressure/dp/B007HRPYLY

I suspect that Shurflo 10 gmp rating is at no load (zero back pressure).  The real story is at working pressure and that takes higher motor amps.  All you really care about is 3-5 gpm at 30-40 psi.
 
Gary RV_Wizard said:
Remco Aquatech makes pumps of good quality, and any pump that can deliver 4-5 gpm will do fine.  You can only get so much water through those skinny tubes!

https://www.amazon.com/Motorhome-Aquatec-Variable-Speed-Pressure/dp/B007HRPYLY

I suspect that Shurflo 10 gmp rating is at no load (zero back pressure).  The real story is at working pressure and that takes higher motor amps.  All you really care about is 3-5 gpm at 30-40 psi.
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What do you think of these? Seems like Shur Flo is a good brand and these are not 200 plus

https://www.ebay.com/itm/Shurflo-Revolution-Automatic-RV-Camper-12V-Water-Pump-3-GPM-New-4008-101-A65/362457177045?epid=2254491359&hash=item5464219bd5:g:Xm0AAOSwU1hbm7g8:rk:57:pf:0

https://www.ebay.com/itm/New-SHURflo-12V-3-0-GPM-RV-Trailer-Camper-Water-Pump/310782039502?epid=2254491359&hash=item485c0d95ce:g:8RQAAOxyM89Sb-eP:rk:69:pf:0

Seems like they meet what Im looking for, not sure of the differences between the 2 really
 
I carry one of these as a spare https://www.amazon.com/Flojet-03526-144A-Triplex-Diaphragm-Automatic/dp/B002P33KVQ
 
I'm not a Shurflo fan, so not a good one to ask. Those pumps are common on entry level trailers, so I guess they are considered adequate.  The going price for the Aquatech is about $170 online, and I agree that's a fair step up from the fixed flow Shurflo's. The variable speed Shurflo Smart Senser is about the same price, however. You get what you pay for in many cases.

Funny how everybody wants top of the line components until they see the price tag, then they head straight for the bottom tier!  ???

 
Gary RV_Wizard said:
I'm not a Shurflo fan, so not a good one to ask. Those pumps are common on entry level trailers, so I guess they are considered adequate.  The going price for the Aquatech is about $170 online, and I agree that's a fair step up from the fixed flow Shurflo's. The variable speed Shurflo Smart Senser is about the same price, however. You get what you pay for in many cases.

Funny how everybody wants top of the line components until they see the price tag, then they head straight for the bottom tier!  ???
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So true but if I could afford top of the line stuff I wouldnt be messing with a 30 year old camper :)

Seriously though not looking for the cheapest, just what makes the most sense
 
ChasA said:
I am Curious. How will you get water?
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25 gallon or so holding tank and my property is adjacent to Rainbow springs, some of the cleanest water God has put on our planet.

If need be I will tote it.

I plan to also poke around for a sandpoint well, Im sot sure though how that water will be.
 
Try sending an email to Surflo. They may have suggestions.  When I had problems with my back flow valve Surflo sent me parts for free even though I was out of warranty.
 
I recently had a pump failure.  I went with a Remco brand.  They seem to be a much better made pump.  Mine was only $100 from RVUpgrades.

As Gary said, look at flow rates at 40 psi for real world in use numbers. 
Also, there are two basic varieties of pumps.  Most run until the set pressure is reached, then shuts off until the pressure drops below the low pressure  set point, then back on ...  ...  ...  If you are in the shower, drawing 2 gpm and the pump puts out 4 gpm, the pump may run for 15 sec, off for 15 sec, on for 15 sec ...  ... ...
The second variety are variable speed pumps.  These will vary the pump flow rate to the demand.  In the example above, the pump will vary speed to produce a continuous 2 gpm at set pressure, and not cycle on and off.

Whether you step up to a variable speed or not, I strongly suggest you step up to a better than entry level pump.  This means spending at least $90 on the pump.  Check out the Remco web site.  I think you will like what you see.   

  http://www.remcoindustries.com/pump-products/fresh-water-pumps/
 
grashley said:
I recently had a pump failure.  I went with a Remco brand.  They seem to be a much better made pump.  Mine was only $100 from RVUpgrades.

As Gary said, look at flow rates at 40 psi for real world in use numbers. 
Also, there are two basic varieties of pumps.  Most run until the set pressure is reached, then shuts off until the pressure drops below the low pressure  set point, then back on ...  ...  ...  If you are in the shower, drawing 2 gpm and the pump puts out 4 gpm, the pump may run for 15 sec, off for 15 sec, on for 15 sec ...  ... ...
The second variety are variable speed pumps.  These will vary the pump flow rate to the demand.  In the example above, the pump will vary speed to produce a continuous 2 gpm at set pressure, and not cycle on and off.

Whether you step up to a variable speed or not, I strongly suggest you step up to a better than entry level pump.  This means spending at least $90 on the pump.  Check out the Remco web site.  I think you will like what you see.   

  http://www.remcoindustries.com/pump-products/fresh-water-pumps/
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Can you give me a specific link to your purchase or some more info so I can find that particular model?
 
Not to get off topic but Im curious about a couple of things.

It seems to me that if ever there were an issue with the freshwater holding tank that the cabinet that holds it would have to be destroyed just to remove the tank? Does that make any sense? I see no way to possibly get the tank out of there?

Also what can you guys suggest as a way of cleaning out the tank as it sits ( since it dosent look like I can remove it )

Its an old tank, I plan to drink that water and who knows what been in there and how long over the years.

Any chance I can fill it up with something and allow that something to clean the insides and then drain it without having to worry about a nasty taste in my next fill up of water?
 
You can do the bleach thing but vinegar is better and safer. Leave in for 24-48 hours, you can do full strength or less.

Vinegar is pretty cheap and will remove hard water deposits and cure mold or mildew. Then flush it out with water.

Be sure to run the hot water tank and fill it with vinegar. My friends had stinky water from the hot water tanks but not the rest of the system. They did 100% plain white vinegar in it for 2 days then flushed with water. It cured the problem.

I keep my 5th wheel topped up for the times the RV park is out of water due to repairs. Every few weeks I use the fresh water tank and top it up again, so the water never goes sour.

For drinking water, I use a Berkey and the taste is awesome. You can pour river water into it and it will purify it. Requires no electricity or water pressure.

Berkey
https://www.amazon.com/s/ref=as_li_ss_tl?url=search-alias=aps&field-keywords=berkey+water
 
DearMissMermaid said:
You can do the bleach thing but vinegar is better and safer. Leave in for 24-48 hours, you can do full strength or less.

Vinegar is pretty cheap and will remove hard water deposits and cure mold or mildew. Then flush it out with water.

Be sure to run the hot water tank and fill it with vinegar. My friends had stinky water from the hot water tanks but not the rest of the system. They did 100% plain white vinegar in it for 2 days then flushed with water. It cured the problem.

I keep my 5th wheel topped up for the times the RV park is out of water due to repairs. Every few weeks I use the fresh water tank and top it up again, so the water never goes sour.

For drinking water, I use a Berkey and the taste is awesome. You can pour river water into it and it will purify it. Requires no electricity or water pressure.

Berkey
https://www.amazon.com/s/ref=as_li_ss_tl?url=search-alias=aps&field-keywords=berkey+water&linkCode=ll2&tag=recreationalvehicles-20&linkId=964c8c21e7c8e35c78af26f41faae518&language=en_US
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so what is your procedure, how much in my 24 gallon tank. Unfortunately I'm not able to swish it around much unless I take it for a short drive

R u saying put 24 gallons in?
 
There are instructions for sanitizing and rinsing in the RVForum Library. See the Library button on the menu bar near the top of this page.
Rinsing/flushing with baking soda is an excellent way to remove tastes.
The major problem in taste removal after sanitizing is that many Rvs lack the capability to totally empty the fresh tank. Even a half gallon of residual water with chlorine or vinegar or peroxide in it can permeate the entire system with the taste. Peroxide is probably the least noticeable taste, followed closely by white vinegar.
 
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