Interesting update.
On Saturday, while washing my car in my driveway, I see my neighbor drive by on his way home.
While I continued to wash my car, through the corner of my eye, I watched him start to walk over to me.
I made believe I had no clue and waited until he approached me.
Turns out he had some more questions.
He was able to prime the pump with my instructions but seems the valve system was now locked up from not using it for so long.
While talking, I mentioned jokingly that I would provide guidance but he would have to pay for parts and reminded him about the money from the parts I bought for changing out the pump.
He said he thought he had paid me.
I said no, he hadn't.
I reminded him I offered to take care of it and he could reimburse me when I returned.
He said he would take care of it right away and intended to take care of me also for my help/labor.
I said don't worry about my help/labor. I did that as a neighborly gesture and would do it for anyone and not looking to be paid. Just reimburse me for the parts.
Well.................................that was Saturday, today is Wednesday and still waiting.
Have to truly laugh.