Bilge Pump Installation Advice
Submitted by tiimmbo on Wed, 2010-02-03 19:39
We are looking to install a bilge pump into out 5.4 m fibreglass runabout and just wondering what we to be aware of. Deck appears sealed so assume we will have to cut out a access port to allow access to install pump and plumbing hoses and for wiring. Does that sound about right and is there anything else to be aware of or to keep in mind? Any advise would be appreciated.
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Faulkner Family
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might pay to get hold of the
might pay to get hold of the manufacturer of the hull if possible. if not get info from someone like men on boats or commodore marine/(both site sponsors)
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Tiimmbo ,why fit a bildge
Tiimmbo ,why fit a bildge pump to a hull that is sealed ?
If your getting water in a sealed hull there may be a hairline crack or leaking bung etc ?
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Rod P
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Have the bilge hose have a
Have the bilge hose have a high loop up higher that the bilge outlet to stop water syphoning back.