[Rhodes22-list] Bilge Pumps

[Graham Stewart]

I put a Rule mid-sized pump (about 5" high) immediately aft of the mast
where it fit fine under the floor boards below  an access trap. I laminated
a piece of half inch plywood with epoxy so I would not have to screw into
the fibreglass. These pumps can plug up easily so you want to be able to get
to it quickly to clear any obstructions. Mine pumps to its own thru-hull in
the port side about where the sink drains with a loop in the hose to prevent
siphoning. The only time it was ever used was when I deliberately put water
in the boat for cleaning but I still think it is a good precaution to have
it. If you ever get laid flat or take a wave over the side you might not
want to rely on a sponge or even a pail to  get the water out as, no doubt,
under those circumstances other matters might be competing for your
attention.


Graham Stewart

-----Original Message-----
From: rhodes22-list-bounces at rhodes22.org
[mailto:rhodes22-list-bounces at rhodes22.org] On Behalf Of Marlan Green
Sent: March-19-13 4:19 PM
To: rhodes22-list at rhodes22.org
Subject: [Rhodes22-list] Bilge Pumps


Hi Rhodies, 

I would like to install a bilge pump (for my own peace of mind) in my
Rhodes. Has anyone done this on their Rhodes 22? What brand/model did you
use? How did you evacuate the water? Through an existing thru-hull or did
you create one especially for the bilge pump? Where was it located?

There doesn't seem to be much room below the cabin sole/floor. I think the
Whale brand Supersub series might be my only option since so many bilge
pumps look too big for the space.

It just occurred to me I should check the archives. I will go an do that
later.  I apologize in advance if this topic has been covered before.  :)

I would appreciate all suggestions and thoughts. 

Thanks
Marlan
s/v Nauti Boat
Washington, DC/Edgewater, MD
 		 	   		  
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