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BoatForMyPotplants
United Kingdom
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 Posted - 02 Nov 2011 : 17:57:28
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I've been trying to resurrect the old and (I think) original water system, but no joy. There was a galvanised steel tank in the bow and hoses going to the foot-pump in the galley. Have managed to get water into the tank and have filled half-full.
Constant foot-pumping has only produced a few drops of water out the tap, so I think the pump itself is knackered.
Does anyone know if these are still available, or if not, any recommendations for an alternative please?
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df
United Kingdom
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Posted - 02 Nov 2011 : 18:30:51
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I think whale still do them, does the tank have an access panel? My old galvanised tanks didn't and when I cut them open to fit one they were minging inside, bitumen paint can be used but leaves a taste to the water.
NBAS--The communal colostomy bag of the boating community.
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BoatForMyPotplants
United Kingdom
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Posted - 02 Nov 2011 : 19:47:54
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Thanks df. It's a sealed tank, unfortunately, but I only want to use the water for washing hands and washing up - not for drinking.
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trevork
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Posted - 02 Nov 2011 : 21:42:58
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| Can you not get at the pump? Being so simple its got to be some form of sealing problem! |
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Sonny
United Kingdom
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BoatForMyPotplants
United Kingdom
169 Posts |
Posted - 03 Nov 2011 : 13:42:51
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Many thanks to everyone for helpful advice. I hadn't heard of Whale before, and it seems the way to go if I can't repair the old pump. At least I know what I'll be doing on Saturday now.
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carpetbloke
United Kingdom
194 Posts |
Posted - 03 Nov 2011 : 15:46:33
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| Why not just fit an electric pump? |
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adi-n-chez
United Kingdom
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Posted - 07 Nov 2011 : 20:24:10
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As per Carpetbloke.....
Our Cold water system was by a 'Tap Pump' never worked properly.
I initially added a s/h Sureflo pump (Now resident on Dads Sewer tube  ) and later by a new Sureflo. I dont use the pressure switch but have fitted a push button - press & instant cold water (Brrrrrr !)
Yes its extra cash , but so so so much better !
There is the option of those cheap submersible caravan type pumps if you dont fancy the price of a good self priming type.
Adi
Sewer Tubes ? I'd rather have a D**ncr*ft (Only Kidding) |
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Foot-pump water system (serious question)
