Have an older jet spa tub where do I get new gold rings for around jets

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The suction IS the water intake. it takes the water from the tub into the pump and the water comes back out through the jets.

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yes my jacuzzi uses air on the suction side to make bubbles. you must have clogged it. how long is tube can you slide a rod in there to check if its blocked?

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First step is to remove the old hardware so you have something to compare it to. THere are two types/sizes of tub faucets on the market for deck mounted applications. If yours is mounted on the tub deck then it is a deck mounted application.

The faucet spread (distance between the threaded nipples on the bottom of the faucet) is going to be something close to 8" or it will be of variable distance. If the two handles and the spout are connected via hose then they are of variable length.

Bring the old faucet into the hardware store and compare it so you know you are getting the correct one. It is not hard but also not fun to have to adjust the holes in the tub deck to accommodate a different size.

AS for the suction.....I am assuming that you are referring to the inlet part o the pumping system and all of the equipment behind the tub. I always recommend that you use parts from the same manufacturer. It is extremely helpful to call them with all of the numbers you have to get a list of acceptable replacement parts.

Hope this helps.

SOURCE: How to Change White Water Whirlpool Tub Jet Hardware

I recommend that you consider spray painting the gold hardware with brushed nickel rusteoleum paint. IF you decide to go this route you must lightly abrade the gold surface with emery cloth then prime with rusteoleum primer, let that dry and the final coat will be the brushed nickel. I have done this and it turned out excellent. I get compliments on it.

Regarding your other issues, you will be happiest with white water parts. That being said, it is likely that locally procured parts might fit. I would get one set of parts and try them.

You will likely find the model number etc. on a plate in the mechanical compartment of the spa.

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I have worked on jetted tubs for 5 years and have yet seen a screw in plug replacement for the jet. It would be very expensive to fill the holes and refinish it. You may want to look into tub liners, they to are very expensive. I guess it depends on how long you plan to live in that house. If they are not leaking just use it as a tub and don't use the jets.