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    What would cause pump and pipe to lift out of ground?

    Very old shallow well – I am guessing 20’ and probably installed in the 1980’s. It has a 1 ¼ steel galvanized pipe going into the ground with a 1/2hp shallow pump. This well goes dry during droughts so it doesn’t get used a whole lot but we will use it to water gardens, wash hands or whatever...
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    Low GPM but good pressure

    Sorry for the long description as I am trying to be thorough. I posted once or twice before and I gave bad information regarding the depth and would like to clarify to see if I can figure out why my GPM is so low. We have been using our well on the weekends to provide water to our camper. We...
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    Pump Pulsates trips breaker

    I have a 230' well on my property and about two weeks ago I hooked it up to our camper. I know this isn't typical but it is what it is... Vertical Goulds 1HP jet pump with a pressure control valve on the side. I have a 30' 5/8 black PVC irrigation style hose going to a 19 gallon pressure tank...
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    Low Volume

    What would cause a 240' deep well that has not been used in over 6 years produce less that 1GPM while still providing pressure and holding prime?
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