Poolstar Freeflo Racer filtration pump base screw (pack of 2) - R0027

Poolstar Freeflo Racer filtration pump base screw (pack of 2)

This is the genuine Poolstar pump base screw for the Freeflo Racer filtration pump range, supplied as a pair. These screws secure the pump foot — reference R0026 — to the pump body, keeping the unit anchored correctly on its mounting surface and preventing vibration-induced movement during operation.

What this screw does in the Freeflo Racer

The base screws clamp the pump foot to the pump casing, fixing the complete pump assembly in place. Without correctly torqued base screws, the pump can rock under load, accelerating wear on the mechanical seal and volute, and generating abnormal noise. Replacing worn or stripped screws restores solid, rattle-free mounting immediately.

Which Freeflo Racer models it fits

These screws are confirmed for the full Pentair Freeflo filtration pump range: FFL-031, FFL-051, FFL-071, FFL-101, and FFL-151. Check your pump model code on the label before ordering — the reference R0027 covers all five variants in this family.

Signs it needs replacing

Look for a screw that is visibly corroded, cross-threaded, or has a stripped drive head that no longer accepts a screwdriver. You’ll also want to replace both screws whenever you remove the pump foot for a drain-down or winterisation, as repeated removal fatigues the thread engagement over time. Always renew both simultaneously — the pack supplies exactly the quantity you need.

How to install it

Remove the old screws with the appropriate screwdriver, clean any debris from the threaded holes in the pump foot, and fit the new screws finger-tight before torquing evenly in a cross pattern. No specialist tools are required beyond a standard screwdriver; the job takes under five minutes. Ensure the pump is isolated from the mains supply before starting.