MP10 impeller shaft sleeve

[Jonny Walker]

Does anyone know if it's possible to buy just the plastic impeller shaft sleeve for a Vortech? Mine is starting to fall apart at the tips.
Also with that, do you think this rust will be an issue? I will say I see no visible issues with my system... I'd rather not have to buy a new wet side assembly for just the impeller shaft and .... im pretty sure i know the answer but id thought id post anyway

 

[CoralB]

Call Ecotech support . Their pretty good about helping to get parts for their products

 

[CoralB]

As far as the rust first try wiping it off with a damp rag and if that doesn’t work try folding a piece of 220 grit sandpaper around it and lightly sand the rust off

 

[Vagabond]

most likely you'll have to buy the wetside,i think it's about $30.

 

[Lbrdsoxfan]

most likely you'll have to buy the wetside,i think it's about $30.

A bit more than 30$...

To the OP, try ecotech customer service, I ended up with a free mp40 wet side after sending my old (out of warranty) one in with a busted blade.

 

[Vagabond]

A bit more than 30$...

To the OP, try ecotech customer service, I ended up with a free mp40 wet side after sending my old (out of warranty) one in with a busted blade.

Afew months ago i got one from ecotech,my mp10 was under warranty so i got it for free but i checked the site and i'm sure it was about $30.Mind you that they only send you what op has on the picture minus the blade covering.

 

[Jonny Walker]

As far as the rust first try wiping it off with a damp rag and if that doesn’t work try folding a piece of 220 grit sandpaper around it and lightly sand the rust off

I did try to wipe it but I'm sure sandpaper may expose it more and the rust will just come back anyway

 

[Jonny Walker]

most likely you'll have to buy the wetside,i think it's about $30.

Wet side is about $120 here in Canada

 

[Jonny Walker]

Is it common for the shaft to rust?

 

[CoralB]

I did try to wipe it but I'm sure sandpaper may expose it more and the rust will just come back anyway

Try apple cider vinegar. Let it sit a few then wipe it off . It should be stainless steel all the way through. I could be wrong but why wouldn’t it be especially if used in a saltwater tank

 

[Vagabond]

Wet side is about $120 here in Canada

Wow,that's expensive.Doesn't the shaft have a ceramic covering on it?

 

[Vagabond]

Just checked if i'm not mistaken you just need the mp10 wet side frame assembly $31.50

 

[Jonny Walker]

Wow,that's expensive.Doesn't the shaft have a ceramic covering on it?

It does but the ends are chipped for some reason that's what I was looking to purchase

 

[Jonny Walker]

Try apple cider vinegar. Let it sit a few then wipe it off . It should be stainless steel all the way through. I could be wrong but why wouldn’t it be especially if used in a saltwater tank

You would think it's stainless but then why would it rust in the first place unless the stainless layer was compromised

 

[Jonny Walker]

Just checked if i'm not mistaken you just need the mp10 wet side frame assembly $31.50

What website you see that on

 

[Jonny Walker]

Just checked if i'm not mistaken you just need the mp10 wet side frame assembly $31.50

Sorry I miss read your post
I'll look into just the frame

 

[Elmervc15]

MP10 Wet Frame Assembly

Compatible with all models of MP10 wetside. Includes 0-ring. VorTech Wetside Disassembly and Reassembly

store2.ecotechmarine.com

 

[Jonny Walker]

Looking at echotech website
if I did order, After shipping and duty to Canada with currency exchange it would be well over $100.
I don't see any Canadian retailers that have just the frame.
I might as well get the whole wet assembly from an LFS but I am going to see if they can order just the frame
I'm sure it will cost about the same.