Re: [Paddlewise] Bilge pumps

From: Dave Kruger <kdruger_at_pacifier.com>
Date: Wed, 03 Jan 2007 15:18:07 -0800
Michael Daly wrote:
> Dave Kruger wrote:

>> I'm wondering:  "What's a curly-que?"
> 
> If you make a full 360 degree loop with the outlet tubing, you get the 
> equivalent of a trap in the drainpipe of a sink.  If the top of the loop 
> is close to the underside of the deck, it makes an effective check 
> valve.  If you can't find a cheap check valve, that's an alternative - 
> not truly watertight, but pretty effective.  I wish I knew about this 
> before buying a $$ check valve.

Yeah, that solves everything, with no moving parts, no check valve to slow 
down water exiting the boat, and one less place for debris to clog the 
system.  KISS wins again!

-- 
Dave Kruger
Astoria, OR
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