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check valves for ballast


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Just installed an auto ballast, but water back siphons, so anybody know where to get check valves to stop this? I need three.

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I got mine @ Home Depot. I used the bronze flapper type vs. the pvc type. The plastic ones had too much resistance, but the flappers need to be mounted. I mounted them to the rear seats while I had the carpeted pieces that the lift struts are mounted to.

I installed 750's using the stock pumps and all new hose. Worked great. .....but I now need a prop...

Good luck.

Pat

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I got mine @ Home Depot. I used the bronze flapper type vs. the pvc type. The plastic ones had too much resistance, but the flappers need to be mounted. I mounted them to the rear seats while I had the carpeted pieces that the lift struts are mounted to.

I installed 750's using the stock pumps and all new hose. Worked great. .....but I now need a prop...

Good luck.

Pat

FYI...I flow tested the inline 3/4" PVC check valve from Home Depot before putting them into the boat, there was less than a 2 sec. difference with five gallons of water

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Well I picked up a couple of the PVC at Lowes and they restrict water flow terribly, so I am looking at other options. I have two 3/4" and one 1" ID hose for filling. I guess it's back to Lowes! Frustrated.gif

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Good t know RR.

Just by blowing through them they seemed pretty restrictive. I was not sure the pumps would be as efficient as they could be...

I was wrong!

P

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I am using this type from HD.

Ken -- when is the next time you are going to be in Austin? I would love to see your set up in person! (if you bring your boat up this way)

Unfortunately I'm not going to make the WOW, but next time you are up to ride with stu, let me know...

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