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Pumps, Wells, Tanks, Controls / Re: pacific hydrostar pump

« on: September 19, 2016, 05:31:24 PM »

well the filter after the pump had no apparent affect on the pressure.  it still struggles to  reach 55 psi.  it reaches 50 kinda without a problem but it struggles anything over that.  i even moved the pump a little lower and closer to the well.
i watched your video and noticed your needle didnt jump more smooth and steady, mines kinda jumps/twitches whille building up pressur  is this a sign of something?

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Pumps, Wells, Tanks, Controls / Re: pacific hydrostar pump

« on: September 18, 2016, 02:34:26 PM »

water before dumping.  it looks kinda clear coming out the hose though while filter is hooked up.  havent tried it without filter yet

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Pumps, Wells, Tanks, Controls / Re: pacific hydrostar pump

« on: September 18, 2016, 02:16:10 PM »

this is why i put a filter before the jet pump, but this could be from the well not being used in over a year?  I dont have to worry about a little sediment messing with valve,pump etc?  I will place filter after pump/valve.  Maybe it will help with the pressure building up?  i see tiny air bubbles when filter is installed and pump is running.  wondering if this might be why my pump as hard time hitting 55 psi.   also does air pressure in tank affect how much pressure the pump can build on discharge side?  I ended up getting that 1hp hallmark pump which says it can be used with 40/60 switch i guess in perfect environment.  i couldn't beat the price and figured it was worth a try.  it seems better then the hydrostar one i was using.  thank you for you prompt responses and look forward to really testing this system out in my house(being made livable) so right now just playing with system in pump house.  being as though i have a pump house i couldve probably got a way with the plastic version and saved a lot of money that couldve been used for a pump the can push the valve to what it was designed for steady 50psi+.  also how do more precisely run 2-3gpm demand to adjust valve/system from a water hose/bib?

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Pumps, Wells, Tanks, Controls / Re: pacific hydrostar pump

« on: September 13, 2016, 04:59:18 PM »

so what pumps do you recommend where i would have to change any settings on the kit?

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Pumps, Wells, Tanks, Controls / Re: pacific hydrostar pump

« on: September 13, 2016, 04:07:44 PM »

might have to give this a try??? i can have it withing 2 days for $129 shipped
www.ebay.com/itm/Shallow-Well-Jet-Pump-w-Pressure-Switch-1HP-24-GPM-heavy-duty-115-230V-/122092342252?hash=item1c6d454bec:g:~vsAAOSwT6pVsl-0]www.ebay.com/itm/Shallow-Well-Jet-Pump-w-Pressure-Switch-1HP-24-GPM-heavy-duty-115-230V-/122092342252?hash=item1c6d454bec:g:~vsAAOSwT6pVsl-0]www.ebay.com/itm/Shallow-Well-Jet-Pump-w-Pressure-Switch-1HP-24-GPM-heavy-duty-115-230V-/122092342252?hash=item1c6d454bec:g:~vsAAOSwT6pVsl-0

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Pumps, Wells, Tanks, Controls / Re: pacific hydrostar pump

« on: September 13, 2016, 03:31:10 PM »

ok i think they are reading negative just doesnt show.  when i unplug pump gauges read same pressure.  im sure the 2 gauges are in the negative when on just can see it with the gauges i have.   so with out getting a new pump i need to turn down the pressure at switch and on csv.  can you recommend and affordable pump that can create the pressure need to run csv kit at preset settings? I really thank you and i hope to get this up and running right so i can spread the word!

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Pumps, Wells, Tanks, Controls / Re: pacific hydrostar pump

« on: September 13, 2016, 01:51:42 PM »

well it looks like i might have to buy a pump after all

i hooked up the kit to the pump.  have the kit mounted directly to pump.  i am using a ge high flow sediment filter between pump and well.  I have 2 gauges on sides of filter.  with pump running both read 0.  the pump is pumping water but will will most likely have to take your advice lower pressure switch and valve or possibly just  a new pump.  you have anyadvice/tips? thanks in advance

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Pumps, Wells, Tanks, Controls / Re: pacific hydrostar pump

« on: September 02, 2016, 05:49:44 PM »

I was referring to my 20gallon pressure tank in the pic.   but its old and probably on last leg so im gonna just purchase the kit tonight.  Question lets say i left the pressure switch where it comes at 50psi, and the pump max actually was 35psi what would happen and or affect it would have on the system?  I actually think the pump can do 50psi but the regulator is set at a max of 35psi.   Would I be able to just unhook the regulator and start the pump and see the psi unregulated?  Thanks again and Im anticipating this kit working like a dream.

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Pumps, Wells, Tanks, Controls / Re: pacific hydrostar pump

« on: September 02, 2016, 02:00:09 PM »

thank you so much for fast reply.

debating on should i order whole kit or just valve and try to use existing pressure tank.

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Pumps, Wells, Tanks, Controls / pacific hydrostar pump

« on: September 02, 2016, 07:39:12 AM »

hello i am newb to this well stuff.  been spending last few days studying up on it since I own a house im getting ready to move into that has a shallow well setup.  it currently has a fairly new 1hp pacific hydrostar pump el cheapo i know.  but its fairly new and dont want to replace it now if not necessary.

well my initial plan was to by a new slightly larger pressure tank 32 vs 20 and possible run both if the old 20 was still any good and redo the plumbing (pvc).   so that was my plan until  i seen the sidekick.  I figured my money would be better spent on your system because one of my main goals for studying my/well setup was to possibly try and squeeze more pressure and or more steady pressure out of my well.

and your valve/kit looks like it does exactly what im trying to achieve.

so will this kit work with an 1hp pacific hydrostar pump?  it does have a built in pressure switch which i seen in another post you told the person just to reroute to the switch with kit.  this really looks like an amazing valve you invited and one day would like to invent or improve something myself.   

thank you and look forward to your response.