[Public-List] Manual Bilge Pump Installation

[Tim Peek via Public-List]

Mine needs replacement. Thing is totally non functioning. Even after replacing the runner pieces. And checking several times. Off topic, I know, but these things are crazy expensive. Anyone know an alternative?

Tim Peek

> On Mar 24, 2016, at 08:28, Jonathan Bresler via Public-List <public-list at lists.alberg30.org> wrote:
> 
> Folks,
> 
> Seems that manual bilge pump are often installed through the vertical side
> of the cockpit foot well.  The result is that the handle must be moved
> vertically, up and down.  The handle needs to move 11-1/2" inches.
> Appears that the lower end throw is about 5-1/2" below the pivot point, or
> so I am guessing.  Measuring 5-1/2" up from my fist when my arm hangs loose
> at my side comes out to be about level with the top of the seat on which I
> am sitting.  The operator of the pump has to either sit on the cockpit sole
> or sit on the seats and hunch over to reach down to the bottom of the
> handle's throw.
> 
> Anyone ever seen an installation of a manual bilge pump for side to side
> action or even on the flat of the cockpit seats so that the action is from
> front to back while sitting next to the installed pump.  Realize that
> sitting on the pump cover aint gonna be the most comfortable position.
> 
> Whale Titan specs:
> https://www.defender.com/pdf/Gusher_Titan_Installation.pdf
> 
> Jonathan
> 
> -- 
> Jonathan M Bresler
> Alberg 30 #262
> Annapolis/Eastport MD
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