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175checkmate
02-02-2003, 05:10 PM
Came up with an idea, thought I would run it past everyone.
Splashwell drains. The factory installs them a 1/4" up so they never get all the water out. They try and drain into the jackplate or transom plate, doesn't work so well.

What if they were not there?
I am going to try something different.

I am going to install 2 drains in the flat part (base) of my splashwell about 1-2" up from the transom. Install a 90 deg fitting, attach a hose, run at a slight angle to the side of the boat. Install a thru hull fitting above the water line and let her drain.

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Chris
02-07-2003, 09:10 AM
It sounds like a good idea Gus. The only thing I would worry about, is that they might get clogged up with leaves and debris.

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175checkmate
02-07-2003, 10:44 AM
I was thinking about that. I may have to install a screen in the well to keep that stuff out.

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mike d
02-07-2003, 12:04 PM
SOUNDS LIKE A REAL GOOD IDEA GO FOR IT http://www.checkmate-boats.com/6/ws/,s,8626072361/Graemlins/thumb.gif