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I can't find anything on my impeller designating what the hell cut it is. The only markings I've found are "452" and that's it. There's no A, AB, B, etc, etc. Anybody got any ideas? Also, as I turn the pump, I can hear it rubbing the wear ring. Is this normal? Just want to make sure before...

Is there any way to find out what type of impeller is in my pump? I've removed the bowl but didn't want to remove the impeller. Is there some identifying marks or way to measure it to find out what cut it is? It's just for my own curiousity and I thought there would be no other time than now to...

Okay, I've pulled cover off of my pump and now I can't get the bowl to separate. I've removed the eight bolts but it still won't let go. It's a Dominator pump and I'm curious if there is a retaining ring or some kind of keeper that needs to be removed. I've never had it apart, so I don't know...

I'm getting ready to pull the pump apart to replace the bowl gasket and was wondering if any of you had heard of this problem. At idle (700-800 rpm), my pump has a tendency to "rattle". It almost sounds like a squeeling noise. I had my pump rebuilt while I restored my boat by a guy in...

Alright guys, give me your input on life preservers. Do the majority of you run Lifeline or just basic water-ski type life jackets? I'm curious because, the majority of the time I'll just be cruisin' around. Don't get me wrong, I'll have to stomp the loud pedal as well, but for the most part...