So this is probably a dumb question, but you guys are more handy than me....
I need a new bilge pump. I can wire it up no problem but how on earth do you get underneath an I/O motor to mount the base? I was hoping to find a pump that fits the mounting bracket installed (Attwood v750) but new Attwoods are oval instead of round. Anyone solved this problem? or should i start yoga to try and get my hands and drill under the motor?
Thanks!!
Bilge Pump Mounting
- kodacachers
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Re: Bilge Pump Mounting
My bilge pumps aren't mounted to anything, they just sit on the bottom. The hoses hold them in place.
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- needs2hunt
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Re: Bilge Pump Mounting
same with my boat, the bilge pump just sits on the floor under the battery trays and fuel tanks...
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Re: Bilge Pump Mounting
Thanks! I never thought of something so simple!
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Re: Bilge Pump Mounting
FYI in case anyone else has the issue. My pump wouldn't stay upright under the motor so I mounted it to a piece of aluminum. it slides around a bit but seems to stay in place. Thanks for your advice!!
Re: Bilge Pump Mounting
Most bilge pumps are mounted to a piece of wood by either a bracket that comes with or a silicone adhesive, then that piece of wood is mounted to the boat bottom via same silicone adhesive. no drilling required. 
