After testing the Red Lion RJSE-75SS pump for months, I’m both impressed and slightly frustrated. The stainless steel body is a beast—it survived monsoon-like rain where competitors rusted out. Hooked to my rainwater tank, it delivered 50-60 PSI effortlessly, powering drip lines AND a pressure washer simultaneously. That 3/4 HP motor? Whisper-quiet compared to my old gas-guzzling pump.

But here’s the reality check: priming is mandatory despite claims otherwise. Forget to install a check valve? Enjoy repriming every single use (learned that the hard way). The plastic plugs are laughably flimsy—mine stripped within weeks. Red Lion’s customer service? Ghosted me harder than a bad Tinder date when I asked for metal replacements.

Performance shines with clean water, but it’s hilariously fragile with debris. One maple leaf jammed the impeller, requiring a full disassembly (handle bolts first—another ‘fun’ discovery). Leaks? Some units arrive pre-rusted (yikes), but mine stayed dry after proper thread-sealing.

Verdict: At this price, it’s stellar for garden transfers or pressurized irrigation—if you baby it. Need durability for murky water? Keep shopping.