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    Well pump failure and electrical question. 1/2hp Goulds pump

    Just to make sure I'm understanding the message clearly. The only way there could be a leak below the check-valve would be in the pump itself since the check valve is connected directly to the top of the pump unless as you suggest there is a hole or leak at the threads where this valve...
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    Well pump failure and electrical question. 1/2hp Goulds pump

    looks to me like it's an add on or maybe it's just a reducer from 1-1/4 to 1".
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    Well pump failure and electrical question. 1/2hp Goulds pump

    I did mean they used std wire nuts. The Only check valve is right on top of the pump down at 135'. This is the same pump for 25+ years, it's not a new pump that I'm not familiar with. It just doesn't seem to be pumping the same volume or pressure of water. Does this happen? I kind of...
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    Well pump failure and electrical question. 1/2hp Goulds pump

    Ok, a few more observations from today's testing. Here are the specs first: 155' total depth, 135' pump level, running amps consistent at 5.8 amps. 32 gallon bladder tank 28lb set, 30/50 switch, and I can shine a flashlight down the casing and see the water level at about 20' below the...
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    Well pump failure and electrical question. 1/2hp Goulds pump

    Well here goes. My well was installed in 1986 when house was new! I know that it's a miracle that I've made it this long without any issues, but what started to happen is that the 20amp breaker started tripping. So I pull the well cap off and I notice that the electrical connections that tie...
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