From: <Rcgibbert_at_aol.com> > Mike, I use an Atwood submersible and find it clears the water at the same > rate or slightly slower than how I clear a cockpit with a handpump. Not surprising, but I don't expect it to be fast - just easier and hands free. > The on/off switch is located on the pump and is not as accessible as I'd like > it to be. I have to reach behind me in the cockpit to switch it on or off. I'd probably leave it on and add a second switch between the battery and the pump. BTW, for those that are interested, I found this reference to a set of tests of various pumps, some in the size range for kayaks: http://www.powerboat-reports.com/sample/bilge.html They found the Attwood to be as good or better than the manufacturer's claims and the Attwood 500 (good size for a kayak, though I'd get the 625 [untested]) came in second overall. They slammed Attwood for not using tinned wire and didn't recommend them. I personally would discount their claim that tinning is critical. Mike *************************************************************************** PaddleWise Paddling Mailing List - Any opinions or suggestions expressed here are solely those of the writer(s). You must assume the entire responsibility for reliance upon them. All postings copyright the author. Submissions: PaddleWise_at_PaddleWise.net Subscriptions: PaddleWise-request_at_PaddleWise.net Website: http://www.paddlewise.net/ ***************************************************************************Received on Fri Mar 15 2002 - 11:20:22 PST
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