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Has anyone tried this pump from Harbor Freight?

http://www.harborfreight.com/portable-u ... 012_c3015a


120 Volt Portable Utility Pump 1500 GPH
SKU 65836
Brand Pacific Hydrostar
Certification UL listed
Head lift (ft.) 120 ft.
Maximum amperage 8.4
Quantity 1
Shipping Weight 19.56 lb.

I wouldn't recommend it.

It's a 800W pump, for 5500LPH. And I don't think it's designed for continual use, very high head, but not continual use..

Just for comparison, my pump is 70W, and pushes 8000LPH, and will cost me $180 per year to run.

Look for a pond pump.

Buying a good energy efficient pump will usually pay for itself in about a year or two verses the cheaper pumps. You can figure it out if you know your electric rate. I've had pretty good luck with the Laguna Max-Flo pumps, I have three of them and no problems with any of them so far (Oldest is around 4 years I think). Yes they are more expensive to begin with but will save you money. There are other energy efficient pumps to choose from, do a search on the forum, plenty of info to get you started.

Thanks guys!! I'll look into it more. Have plenty of time before I'm ready for something that big anyway!