March Pump Alternative

[Kyle]

I paid more than 2X as much for a March Pump, but, the customer service is excellent and its a solid pump. I was planning on getting one of these Great Brew Eh ones at some point, but now I'm not sure...

[Chris Craig]

Well, no more replies from them.  I say stay away from this, and buy a March pump instead.

That said, I did solve my problem.  I just attached some silicone hose to the problematic thread and used a worm clamp.  Then I put the QC on the other end of the hose.  I'm going to be building a box with a switch to house the pump anyway, so this works fine for me.

The pump itself works fine, and it's really quiet.  I tested it out by running water through my system, and it worked quite well.  I'm brewing tonight after work, so that'll be the real test, I guess.

[fakr]

I see what you're saying now Chris.  The threads are not even close to NTP on these ones.  It wasn't so bad with the other pump, but it didn't have SS threads, it was copper or brass, so it was more "forgiving" to pressure.

Not really sure what to think....can't get a fitting on this one...

[Roger]

So what's the final verdict on the pumps worth it or not?

[Chris Craig]

Spend the extra and get a Chugger or March pump.  You'll be happier in the end.

[Kyle]

Chugger seems to be the best of value and quality amongst the three