River Cruiser
Guru
- Joined
- Jan 25, 2013
- Messages
- 1,357
- Location
- US
- Vessel Name
- Northern Lights II
- Vessel Make
- Bayliner 3870
I have small stripper pumps in the keel, one forward and a second in the engine compartment. At present I use small Rule 360 gob manual pumps. The AC condensate drains to the bilge and these remove this and what drips through the shaft-log packing. Last fall I switched on the engine compartment pump and forgot about it and burnt up the pump, not the 1st time I forgot it but the 1st time I ruined a pump. I have always contemplated replacing these pumps with a diaphragm type that could run dry without damage. I’ve been looking at the Whale IC pumps. Has any of the forum members put these into service and what are your opinions of their suitability and longevity? Here’s a pic of the one I’am thinking of using, not sure how much water it would leave. Thanks for sharing your opinions.