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Post 42’ bilge pump “philosophy”

Discussion in 'Post Yacht' started by incoming, Apr 23, 2025 at 1:46 PM.

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  1. chesapeake46, Apr 28, 2025 at 5:24 PM
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    chesapeake46

    chesapeake46 Senior Member

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    Same here but I was prepared with oil pads.
    Mine no longer have that problem but I check it during the season to be sure.
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  2. ranger58sb, Apr 29, 2025 at 7:26 AM
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    Interesting. Three of our four do not have check valves after the pump.

    Those 3 pumps and their "Super Switch" float-arms were replaced by local service guys when we got on board the boat in 2021. All of the hose/plumbing after the pumps looks original.

    Haven't looked closely at the 4th...

    Don't think I've ever seen a "bilge design" that could prevent that last bit of water from draining back down the hose?? Four boats so far (none high-end), always that last little bit of drain-down...

    -Chris
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