Guides & cross-reference notes
How these parts actually fail, and what replaces them.
Fitment guides, cross-reference charts and repair notes for Hayward, Pentair, Jandy, Sta-Rite and Zodiac equipment — written by the people who mould the parts, not by a copywriter.
- 01 · Worn lid O-ringCause: Dry run · Result: Leak
- 02 · Cracked lidCause: Over-tightening · Result: Cracks / leaks
- 03 · Impeller wearCause: Cavitation · Result: Low flow
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16 guides
August 14, 2026 · Sourcing & trade · 5 min read
Pool Heater Parts: The Category Most Distributors Under-Stock
Heater parts are the widest gap between what breaks and what is on the shelf. Gaskets and headers are the practical entry point, and electronic controls are the trap.
August 12, 2026 · Sourcing & trade · 5 min read
How to Vet an Aftermarket Pool Parts Manufacturer: A 12-Point Checklist
Most supplier problems are visible before the first order, if you ask the right twelve questions. Here is the checklist we would use on ourselves.
August 10, 2026 · Sourcing & trade · 5 min read
Cross-Reference Accuracy: Why the Same Number in a Title Does Not Mean the Same Part
We audited our own cross-reference database and deleted 18 entries. Here are the five patterns that produce wrong matches, with the real examples that caught us out.
August 9, 2026 · Sourcing & trade · 6 min read
Above-Ground Pool Fittings: A Wholesale Stocking Guide for Distributors
The above-ground segment runs on nuts, gaskets, plugs and hose fittings. A B2B stocking guide to the four universal SKUs that anchor the category, with sizing basics and cross-references.