Taco 007 BF5-J Circulating Pump with Bronze Cartridge for longer life then standard 007-F5

The Taco BF5-J Circulating Pump is a popular choice among customers for replacing their faulty circulator pump. It appears to be the same as the older models such as the Taco 007 F5 and the BF5, making it easy to replace. It comes with gaskets, and users found it simple to install. Some have mentioned the need for a check valve, which the BF5-J does not have, but it can easily be installed in the line. The pump is compatible with 1-1/4", 1" and 3/4" pipe, and its flanges are fixed, so they fit all pipe sizes. This pump comes ready for hookup to the plumbing and wiring, but it does not come with its flanges, which need to be ordered separately. The reviews of the Taco BF5-J are mixed. While some customers are very satisfied with the pump's performance and ease of installation, others have had issues with its longevity. One user shared that the pump worked great when they first installed it but failed within seven months. Other users mentioned that the pump got quite hot and wouldn't spin; they replaced it with the GF15-58FRC, which they had better luck with in the past. However, most customers have reported that the Taco BF5-J works well and has helped to heat their homes efficiently. One user was happy that they could see the benefits of the pump on their electric bill. Another owner shared that the pump had been installed easily on their outdoor wood stove and that it had been running 24 hours a day since.