Fresh water pump hook up issue

[two_travelers]

Just finished installing a new water pump (Shurflo). Found that it ran but did not pump water. Traced the problem the compression fitting on the input not being tight so there was a vaccumn leak. I screwed the hose fitting as far as it would go, but no good. Seems that there are not enough threads on the filter side to allow a tight fit. I remember seeing a flat washer on the ground when I took out the old one and thought nothing of it. I'm guessing that it went in to the fitting to make a tight fit. The pump and filter seem to be standard regardless of brand. How do I make a tight fit or where do I buy the washer.

[Old-Biscuit]

Go to ACE Hardware and get a new washer

[enblethen]

Not sure what compression fitting you are talking about.
Surflo pumps use a standard national pipe thread. Pump should have come with hose adapters.
Model of pump you purchased?

[CA_Traveler]

Buy a small square of rubber from any hardware store and cut one.

[midnightsadie]

are you any wheres close to canton ohio? might be a few out in the shop.

[K_Charles]

Isn't it still right there on the ground?

[wa8yxm]

I"m guessing the washer is the problem
You might find an "O" ring that will work but.. If you can find an OEM washer that's best bet.