[Paddlewise] Bulkhead mounted foot pump

From: Dan Harrison <DHARRISN_at_hfcc.net>
Date: Thu, 17 Aug 2000 13:28:14 -0400
After hearing Nigel Dennis' talk on equipment at the GLSKS, I've decided to look into putting a foot-powered bilge pump in my Valley Avocet RM, as a winter project.  I'd prefer not to penetrate the bulkhead, and use the through-hull bolts for the footpeg mounting rails instead.  Some sort of mounting bracket running between the rails, with the pump mounted on a central pad.  I have shortish legs, so there's plenty of space for the pump.
I'm looking for recommended pump manufacturers/models, and any tips from someone who has tried a similar project:  bracket construction, mounting, plumbing routing, through-hull fitting, strum box-- anything at all.  If this has been covered in a *Sea Kayaker* article, better yet.  TIA,
Dan Harrison

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