[stephen low]

Well done Al.

If all goes well tomorrow, I will be registered - hence the rapid response to fix my buggered pump.

Admittedly the new pump is faintly making the same sort of sounds which is a worry.

Is there anything critical about the style of mounting on these pumps? I'd been given a fabricated strap that contacts over 180 degrees around the pump but have been bolting to a flat plate. Would this perhaps create internal pressure to cause rapid bearing decline?

I have seen the fabricated alloy holders which encircle the pump hence an even pressure.

Can anyone comment on this point?

Cheers