Need help MJ1200 leaking on kalk reactor

[Stylo328]

So, in response to my thread about needing a kalk stirrer, my friend gave me this:

Great right? Yeah but...

I can't get the MJ1200 to stop leaking. I changed out the o-ring, but it's leaking where the volume meets the motors.

Any suggestions? Thanks.

 

[Uncle Luke]

Try tightening the white clamp a bit with pliers. If that doesn't work, I would replace the pump. They're relatively inexpensive. GL

 

[mrx66699]

Have the same reactor ....give me a call tomorrow...

 

[nivram]

Try tightening the white clamp a bit with pliers. If that doesn't work, I would replace the pump. They're relatively inexpensive. GL

I think you have two options. Replace with a new pump. Or change to a small mag drive or similar sealed pump.


I suppose you could always epoxy or seal the Maxi jet housing.

 

[DRThompson]

Agree with Marvin, go with a better external pump. Mags are ok, eheim better. Don't think I'd trust a maxi as external pump

 

[mlivvy]

i've seen those mj pumps leak brand new out of the box. I'll go with the new pump vote and get something that performs well externally.

 

[mrx66699]

This wasn't the original design.....someone has changed that pump out ...it should have came with a mj600 and was designed differently than what is in the pic....

 

[Stylo328]

Need help MJ1200 leaking on kalk reactor

Thank you all. I was hoping to just be able to upgrade to a better pump, preferably something quiet. Open to any suggestions.

Matt, I'll give you a call tomorrow.

Thanks!

 

[Stylo328]

Great speaking to you today Matt.

I want to give this an opportunity. Does anyone know what small pump has a similar intake and output to a maxi jet 1200?

 

[Stylo328]

Someone make a suggestion. Help me please...