I think i have one mod. , original pump burn, then i Mod. by using one MJ 1200 ,and YES , works, but i stop use the Diatom filter. i ask about Silica, nobody ans. even Boomer, if i still have it i will post some pics. Yes is possible , use the INTAKE of the pump thru flex hose , then conventional Siphon to avoid sand go thru the pump. I will work in that for you, funny think ......i got NO sand .lol
But , list i will give some ideas.