{"product_id":"qbp183055","title":"Jabsco Macerator Pump Housing Kit, For 18690 Series","description":"\u003ch6\u003eOverview\u003c\/h6\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe Jabsco 18594-1001 is a replacement macerator pump housing kit for Jabsco 18690 waste pump installations that use the 3 inch inlet housing. It replaces the housing section at the wet end of the pump rather than the complete pump assembly, which makes it relevant when the rest of the unit is still worth servicing.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eOn older marine sanitation systems, matching the housing style is just as important as matching the pump family. This version is tied to the 18690 layout and the 3 inch inlet configuration, so it should be checked against the existing pump body and hose connection before ordering, especially on boats that have had repairs or partial rebuilds over the years.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch6\u003eKey features\u003c\/h6\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eReplacement housing kit for Jabsco 18690 macerator pump applications\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e3 inch inlet housing format, which is a key fit point on the sanitation line\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIntended for the waste evacuation side of a marine sanitation system, not a complete replacement pump\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUseful when the original housing is damaged, worn at sealing surfaces, or no longer a good match for the rest of the wet end\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLets you service the existing macerator pump instead of replacing the full unit when the motor and remaining components are still serviceable\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch6\u003eCompatibility and fit\u003c\/h6\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis part is best treated as a direct service replacement for the matching Jabsco 18690 pump setup already on the boat. The critical check is the inlet housing size and housing style on the pump you are removing. If the existing unit has a different inlet arrangement, this is not the housing to force into place.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eIt belongs on the sanitation discharge side of the system, where the pump handles holding tank waste after it leaves the tank. For owners maintaining an older Jabsco macerator rather than changing the whole installation, this is the kind of part that keeps the original plumbing layout intact when the housing itself is the problem.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch6\u003eInstallation and setup\u003c\/h6\u003e\u003cp\u003eA housing change usually makes the most sense when the pump is already apart for service. While the unit is open, it is worth checking the cutter plate, wearplates, fasteners, and nearby sealing parts, since those components work directly against the housing and can wear together over time.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eBefore reassembly, make sure the sanitation hose is supported and aligned so the housing is not carrying side load from stiff hose runs. On boats that see vibration, heat, and long periods between service intervals, that extra check helps the rebuilt pump go back into use without putting stress on the new housing.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Jabsco","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52581869551797,"sku":"QBP183055","price":135.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0977\/8171\/1029\/files\/1330180_qbp183055.jpg?v=1780200966","url":"https:\/\/www.qualityboatparts.com\/products\/qbp183055","provider":"Quality Boat Parts","version":"1.0","type":"link"}