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optimistic
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# Posted: 26 Aug 2013 23:17
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I just saw this thing and I didn't even know such thing exists... I didn't fully connect my water pump ( I have this one: http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B000B63ZAU/ref=oh_details_o04_s00_i00?ie=UTF8&psc=1)

So I am not sure how noisy it get or if, like someone mentioned, it will do that mid-night adjustment - which sounds annoying.

Any thoughts/experience on this? Is it a most?

mjmmessina
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# Posted: 27 Aug 2013 13:45
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optimistic, I just hooked up a cistern water system at my cabin and I used that pump with the Pre Pressurized Accumulator tank and it works great. With out it, the pump runs anytime you draw water. With it, the pump ran about 30% less. Here is the one I bought
http://www.amazon.com/SHURflo-182-200-Pre-Pressurized-Accumulator-Tank/dp/B000N9VF6Q/ ref=pd_sim_auto_2

GomerPile
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# Posted: 27 Aug 2013 13:57
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You only need one if the constant on/off of the RV pump annoys you. I suspect that the motor will last a tiny bit longer since the cycling is reduced.

Nothing bad will happen if you decide not to use one.

241comp
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# Posted: 27 Aug 2013 14:11
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In addition to the pump cycling less, the water pressure will also be normalized somewhat. This means you'll experience less fluctuation as you run the faucets. I think they're nice, but not required.

rayyy
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# Posted: 28 Aug 2013 17:38
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I use a Shurflo 12 volt pump on my water tank.Work's great.It can pull water up from 10 feet below it.Kick's on when you open a facuet.Shut's off when you close it.Just like in a camper.

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