RE: [Paddlewise] Electric bilge pumps

From: <nik586_at_mts.net>
Date: Mon, 18 Aug 2003 06:32:01 -0500
Very true.  Shucks.  But, would not the electrics of the bilge motor be as
much of an interference as a magnetic switch?  I guess this means that the
magnet switch goes onto the rear deck then.

Marvin

>
> Only problem with this is you can't use a compass with magnets
> around them.
>
> Joan
>
> > Poke around at some electrical supply type stores.  There are very cool
> > small magnetic switches.  I have yet to set it up on mine, but my
> intention
> > was to mount the switch under the deck directly below a bungee cord in
> front
> > of the cockpit.  Then mount a block with the inset magnet under
> the bungee
> > (thread the bungee right through the block).  Slide block over switch =
> on.
> > No through hull cuts.  Obvious/large 'switch'.  Accessible from outside
> the
> > hatch.  Workable with cold/numb/gloved hands.
>

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