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KMBeers · 12-24-2024, 08:20 PM

I heard back from Snyder’s today. Here is what I asked:
Can you please confirm the procedure for greasing the rear bushing on the A-8502-A water pump? I purchased the pump a year ago and am just installing it now. After reading the lubrication instructions it seems the packing nut should be removed all the way, the two pieces of graphite packing showed be slid out so the way, and when he grease is added it should be just visible at the end of the bushing. Can you confirm and thank you?

The response was as follows:
Yes, your instructions are correct. To grease pump A-8502-A loosen the pack nut before greasing the impeller end of the pump, this will allow the grease to enter without building pressure which can damage the seals by the impeller. The grease fitting on the fan blade end of the pump does not get greased it is a sealed bearing.

So it looks like I know what I have and how to maintain it. Thanks everyone for the input and have a Merry Christmas!

12-24-2024, 08:20 PM	#10
KMBeers Senior Member Join Date: Dec 2021 Location: Havertown, PA Posts: 104	Re: Leakless water pump question…. I heard back from Snyder’s today. Here is what I asked: Can you please confirm the procedure for greasing the rear bushing on the A-8502-A water pump? I purchased the pump a year ago and am just installing it now. After reading the lubrication instructions it seems the packing nut should be removed all the way, the two pieces of graphite packing showed be slid out so the way, and when he grease is added it should be just visible at the end of the bushing. Can you confirm and thank you? The response was as follows: Yes, your instructions are correct. To grease pump A-8502-A loosen the pack nut before greasing the impeller end of the pump, this will allow the grease to enter without building pressure which can damage the seals by the impeller. The grease fitting on the fan blade end of the pump does not get greased it is a sealed bearing. So it looks like I know what I have and how to maintain it. Thanks everyone for the input and have a Merry Christmas!