Long shot but.....

[shrimpchips]

Originally Posted by danny zubot

I wonder if anyone else has had problems with these units? To the best of my knowledge they are supposed to be pretty bullet proof, which is why I bought one.

SCWDs are notorious for failing and becoming bothing but an overpriced T fitting. They also cut down on flow quite a bit.

If you can go with an OM next time - they're much more reliable.

[whatcaneyedo]

lol funny story: I've own both a SCWD and a OM SS Compact for about 3 years each. I've never had a problem with the SCWD and I've only cleaned it once where as I had to pay +$100 to replace the noisy motor on my OM after two years when it crapped out. I still prefer the OM unit (and even bought a 4-Way recently) but my experience seems to contradict everything else that I've heard about these devices. I guess I'm just one of the lucky ones. That or my day is coming soon.

Edit: My SCWD just crapped out today after at least 3 problem free years. I think thats a record!