{"product_id":"valpakultraflovolute2v38130valv38130","title":"Valpak Ultra-Flo Volute 2\" | V38-130","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"product-description\"\u003e\n  \u003ch2\u003eVal-Pak V38-130 Ultra-Flow Pump Volute (2\") – Black\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n  \u003cp\u003e\n    The Val-Pak V38-130 is a replacement \u003cstrong\u003e2\" volute (wet-end housing)\u003c\/strong\u003e designed for select\n    \u003cstrong\u003ePentair \/ American Products Ultra-Flow\u003c\/strong\u003e pool pumps. The volute is the pump housing that directs water from the\n    impeller to the discharge outlet. Replacing a cracked or warped volute can restore proper flow, stop external leaks, and help\n    bring the pump wet end back to original performance.\n  \u003c\/p\u003e\n\n  \u003ch3\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h3\u003e\n  \u003cul\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eReplacement volute housing\u003c\/strong\u003e for Ultra-Flow pump wet ends\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e2\"\u003c\/strong\u003e discharge \/ volute size (confirm your existing wet end is the 2\" version)\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eDesigned to restore correct internal water path and pump efficiency\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eDurable, heavy-duty construction for long service life\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eColor:\u003c\/strong\u003e Black\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n  \u003ch3\u003eCompatibility\u003c\/h3\u003e\n  \u003cul\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eFits \u003cstrong\u003eselect Pentair \/ American Products Ultra-Flow\u003c\/strong\u003e pumps that use the \u003cstrong\u003e2\" volute\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eCommonly referenced as replacement for manufacturer part numbers \u003cstrong\u003e39007000\u003c\/strong\u003e and \u003cstrong\u003e357140\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eBest practice: match your old housing by \u003cstrong\u003epart number V38-130\u003c\/strong\u003e and confirm the outlet size and bolt pattern before ordering\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n  \u003ch3\u003eWhat’s Included\u003c\/h3\u003e\n  \u003cul\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e(1) Volute housing (2\"), black\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n  \u003ch3\u003eCommon Reasons to Replace\u003c\/h3\u003e\n  \u003cul\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eCracks in the volute from freeze damage or overtightened fasteners\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eSeeping or dripping from the wet end after confirming seals and gaskets\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eWarped sealing surfaces causing repeated gasket leaks\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003ePhysical damage to the discharge\/outlet area\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n  \u003ch3\u003eInstallation Notes\u003c\/h3\u003e\n  \u003cul\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eTurn off power at the breaker and close valves before opening the pump.\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eReplace the \u003cstrong\u003ehousing gasket\u003c\/strong\u003e when swapping the volute to prevent leaks.\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eInspect the \u003cstrong\u003eseal plate\u003c\/strong\u003e, \u003cstrong\u003ediffuser\u003c\/strong\u003e, and \u003cstrong\u003eshaft seal\u003c\/strong\u003e while the wet end is apart; replacing worn seals during service helps avoid rework.\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eTighten fasteners evenly in a crisscross pattern—do not overtighten.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n  \u003ch3\u003eRelated Products\u003c\/h3\u003e\n  \u003cul\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/aquapoolsupply.com\/search?q=V38-130%20gasket\"\u003eV38-130 Volute \/ Housing Gasket\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/aquapoolsupply.com\/search?q=Ultra-Flow%20seal%20plate%20V38-131\"\u003eUltra-Flow Seal Plate (V38-131)\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/aquapoolsupply.com\/search?q=Ultra-Flow%20shaft%20seal\"\u003eUltra-Flow Pump Shaft Seal\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/aquapoolsupply.com\/search?q=Ultra-Flow%20diffuser\"\u003eUltra-Flow Pump Diffuser\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/aquapoolsupply.com\/search?q=pump%20union%202%20inch\"\u003e2\" Pump Unions \u0026amp; Fittings\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/aquapoolsupply.com\/search?q=silicone%20pool%20lube\"\u003eSilicone Pool Lube (for O-rings)\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n  \u003ch3\u003eMaintenance Tips\u003c\/h3\u003e\n  \u003cul\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eKeep baskets and the filter clean—restricted flow increases heat and stress on wet-end components.\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eIf you ever see water under the pump, check the shaft seal area first; catching small leaks early helps prevent housing damage.\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eFor freeze-prone areas, fully drain the pump and wet end during winterizing to reduce cracking risk.\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eAfter wet-end service, monitor for drips for the first day of operation and recheck fastener tightness (snug only, not overtight).\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n","brand":"Val-Pak","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46797841432751,"sku":"V38-130","price":142.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0734\/6415\/2239\/files\/valpak-ultra-flo-volute-2-v38-130-pump-parts-8711380.jpg?v=1777068050","url":"https:\/\/freshized.com\/products\/valpakultraflovolute2v38130valv38130","provider":"Freshized","version":"1.0","type":"link"}