Bilge pump for 16' Cruiser

C-Pup16 in Los Angeles · Posted: Mon Feb 27, 2012 10:41 pm Post subject: draining boat on the water

Or you could have a cord attached to the drain hole plug (inserted from inside), give it a yank, then set the engine tilt to get the bow up and just power forward. Water in the cockpit should drain out the open drain hole.

If you made a mistake inviting a friend fishing for the first time and he complains too much, hand him a brush to scrub the deck when done for the day, yank the plug, and tell him to work fast while the boat fills with water and slowly sinks. Then put it in gear to move forward and drain the boat. Usually the screams of "Are you crazy!? Get me on land! I'll never fish with YOU again!!!" is the sound you want to hear from that guest rather than a mumbled thank you.

Also... Noeaster, you have really sharp looking fishing machine... but all those rod holders! Wow! Are you running a party boat? You must carry more value in tackle than in the boat itself! I leave the reels off my rods and strap the rods together in the v-berth. When I arrive at my destination, I'll set up two rigs, one casting, one bait, and have a sabiki rig ready to go.

Noreaster · Posted: Tue Feb 28, 2012 2:47 pm Post subject:

John, that is an 1.250" 90 degree fitting. Best of luck Exclamation

jep111 · Posted: Tue Feb 28, 2012 4:00 pm Post subject:

Lenny,

Thank you, kind sir. And I'm glad your thru-hull is big enough...

And love that picture! Fill those rod-holders!

John