pixi wrote:
I feel like a sub-moron in this pond building business. I cannot find
anything as to precisely how to connect the pump to the piping or hose.

Take your pump to Home Depot or Lowe's. It will make
finding the fittings much easier. When you enter the
store make sure to go to the service desk to get a
sticker for your pump. That way they won't try to
charge you for it when you leave.
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Bonnie
NJ