PUMPS SUCK!

A few nights ago the Whale freshwater pressure pump decided to give up on us. The following  morning it was taken apart and cleaned. Unfortunately it still did not want to prime, I think the diaphragm became too hard from all the chlorine in the water. Another good reason to fit a water maker!

All in all, I have had to replace three Whale pumps now, both shower Gulpers and the Freshwater Pump. This, despite the fact that the boat is only two years old, is rather annoying. It was a relief to find the Jabsco freshwater version at the chandlery here, so I decided to go for that one.

Next obstacle is that the Whale pump used quick connect fittings....obviously!?!...and the Jabsco has normal size pipe hose fittings. Now to replace and re-plumb everything so it seals and fits. Back to the drawing board!

I have to say that all this climbing in and out of my little cave is giving me quite a workout, who needs gym here, ha ha

This is what the final job looks like after measuring and drilling and re-drilling. I couldn't have done it without the help of Kieran, who continually fetched tools etc while doing his schoolwork!