Installing Impeller, what lube?

mippel

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I will be replacing a impeller soon, and I have read that there is a lubricant that you use when installing the new impeller. What lube is best used for this? The new impeller did not come with any lube. Thanks in advance.
 

Don S

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Re: Installing Impeller, what lube?

Dish liquid.
Don't use grease, some types of grease and oil can damage the impeller.
 

mippel

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Re: Installing Impeller, what lube?

Dish liquid.
Don't use grease, some types of grease and oil can damage the impeller.

Thanks, that is what i will use. Is that just to help getting it in the housing, and protect it until the water get to it?
 

Don S

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Re: Installing Impeller, what lube?

More for ease of assembly. They dry up after use when sitting in your driveway.
 
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