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Originally Posted by Madreefer (Post 798114)

Hey try googling some of those Laguna pond pumps. There's apparently one out there that guys are replacing the Red Dragons with. I don't know the model number but its shaped like a hamburger. There's threads about it on that other website.

It's possible. It's a Laguna 1500 I believe. But good lucky getting the pump off the base plate. You'll probably need to get a new one made. By that time it's a lot of money, Laguna plus new base plate. You might save a few bucks.

its 200 for a laguna 1500. Its 230 for new motor block. Not enough of a difference to justify the added inconveniences IMO

Damn it! Well, it's sounding like replacing the pump is the way to go. I'm not happy about the price, but on one hand, it does mean my skimmer will be essentially brand new.