Fresh Water Leak

[Hello Below]

I don't suppose any one has a source for a replacement: Jabsco Sensor Max 14, #317950- 0000?

Are you sure that p/n is correct? At least in the last decade or so Jabsco part numbers are typically “5 digit dash 4 digit”.

 

[dlochner]

Instead of trying to connect pex connectors directly to the pump, attach ½" male connectors to the PEX and use supply lines to connect the PEX to the pump. Supply lines are flexible and come in different lengths. They are readily available at any Big Box hardware store and local stores like ACE.

Ace 1/2 in. FIP X 1/2 in. D FIP 12 in. Stainless Steel Faucet Supply Line Mfr# 7223-12-12-1-A - Ace Hardware

Stainless Steel faucet connectors are durable and corrosion resistant. Use this line to connect both the hot and cold-water supply to your faucet in exposed locations.Find the FAUCT SUPLY LINE SS 12 at Ace.

www.acehardware.com

 

[gfrazzle]

Are you sure that p/n is correct? At least in the last decade or so Jabsco part numbers are typically “5 digit dash 4 digit”.

My mistake- part # is 31750-0000

Instead of trying to connect pex connectors directly to the pump, attach ½" male connectors to the PEX and use supply lines to connect the PEX to the pump. Supply lines are flexible and come in different lengths. They are readily available at any Big Box hardware store and local stores like ACE.

Ace 1/2 in. FIP X 1/2 in. D FIP 12 in. Stainless Steel Faucet Supply Line Mfr# 7223-12-12-1-A - Ace Hardware

Stainless Steel faucet connectors are durable and corrosion resistant. Use this line to connect both the hot and cold-water supply to your faucet in exposed locations.Find the FAUCT SUPLY LINE SS 12 at Ace.

www.acehardware.com

That might work if long enough to connect the out port to the water distribution manifold. The in port connects to the pex protruding from the floor that provides the water tank supply. Sorry I didn't take a picture of the setup- would make explanation much easier! I think the stainless lines should do the trick. Thanks much!

 

[gfrazzle]

One more question if I may. In the search for a replacement pump, the ones available from marine parts sources range in price from $200-400+. Similar pumps(same pressure/ GPM/ max amps etc ) cost 1/3 the price or less, some around $50. Why the difference? I could understand if it were used for salt water but my boat is as dry as my RV. I don't mind spending the money to do a proper repair but not just because it's a "boat part".

 

[jssailem]

I believe in saving money, as well as the next sailor. The specifications for the above-number pump show that it has a lot of technology built in.

Features • Variable Speed Control • Solid State Pressure Sensor • Nearly Silent Operation / No Cycling • Operates on 12V DC or 24V DC • Controls Pressure by Changing Motor Speed • Speeds Up As Demand Increases • Selfpriming / Runs Dry • No Accumulator Tank Needed • CSA Listed / EN ISO 8846 Marine / C.E. Certified • Protected under U.S. Patent 6,607,360 • Includes Inlet Strainer​

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It is not a throw-away when-it-fails type of product. There is a reasonable $84 over-haul kit to extend the pump's life.

If the features serve to enhance your boat experience, it may be worth the extra expense. The beauty of all this is that it is your boat, and you get to choose. What a country...

 

[gfrazzle]

I believe in saving money, as well as the next sailor. The specifications for the above-number pump show that it has a lot of technology built in.

Features • Variable Speed Control • Solid State Pressure Sensor • Nearly Silent Operation / No Cycling • Operates on 12V DC or 24V DC • Controls Pressure by Changing Motor Speed • Speeds Up As Demand Increases • Selfpriming / Runs Dry • No Accumulator Tank Needed • CSA Listed / EN ISO 8846 Marine / C.E. Certified • Protected under U.S. Patent 6,607,360 • Includes Inlet Strainer​

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It is not a throw-away when-it-fails type of product. There is a reasonable $84 over-haul kit to extend the pump's life.

If the features serve to enhance your boat experience, it may be worth the extra expense. The beauty of all this is that it is your boat, and you get to choose. What a country...

Wow, thanks John! Any idea where I can get the rebuild kit? I searched Jabsco/ tech support with no luck.

 

[jssailem]

I did just a quick search. Found it at “pump agents website”

Jabsco Pump Pump

Product information and price listing for Jabsco Pump catalog # 31750-0000 Marine Pump.

www.pumpagents.com

No knowledge about the business. $86 seemed reasonable.

 

[gfrazzle]

I did just a quick search. Found it at “pump agents website”

Jabsco Pump Pump

Product information and price listing for Jabsco Pump catalog # 31750-0000 Marine Pump.

www.pumpagents.com

No knowledge about the business. $86 seemed reasonable.

Thanks yet again!

 

[artboas]

Thanks yet again!

I possibly have this pump in my “spares” inventory. Problem is that this consists of 3 storage lockers .
Pm me if you want me to look for it

 

[JohnEh]

My 41DS has developed a leak in the pressurized water system and I am at a loss as to how to identify the location. It only leaks into the bilge at a very slow rate and only when pressurized. The majority of the plumbing is difficult to inspect and I would prefer to determine the approximate location before removing floor panels to expose the plumbing. The tanks are surrounded by foam insulation so difficult to inspect but since they are vented, I don't think they are pressurized so I assume the leak is downstream from the pump.

I do have pool leak detecting dye so could isolate which tank was leaking if it was in fact a tank. The only procedure I can figure out is to turn off all the circuits from the main distribution manifold and turn them on one by one. This could take a long time since the leak is so slow(overnight to get the bilge water level high enough to turn on the small bilge pump). The pump will eventually turn on and cycle as it pumps out and bilge slowly refills. I live 200 miles from the boat so this process could take months.

It is probably wishful thinking that there is clever procedure to find the leak without tearing up all the flooring but one can only hope!

Any help greatly appreciated!

I had the same problem with our 410. The boatyard said they fixed it. It was not fixed. They came back and it was still not fixed. As it turns out, some kind of way there were too many holes drilled into the top of two water tanks and both were leaking when pressurized. The holed were sealed up and we have had no problem since then.

 

[artboas]

My 41DS has developed a leak in the pressurized water system and I am at a loss as to how to identify the location. It only leaks into the bilge at a very slow rate and only when pressurized. The majority of the plumbing is difficult to inspect and I would prefer to determine the approximate location before removing floor panels to expose the plumbing. The tanks are surrounded by foam insulation so difficult to inspect but since they are vented, I don't think they are pressurized so I assume the leak is downstream from the pump.

I do have pool leak detecting dye so could isolate which tank was leaking if it was in fact a tank. The only procedure I can figure out is to turn off all the circuits from the main distribution manifold and turn them on one by one. This could take a long time since the leak is so slow(overnight to get the bilge water level high enough to turn on the small bilge pump). The pump will eventually turn on and cycle as it pumps out and bilge slowly refills. I live 200 miles from the boat so this process could take months.

It is probably wishful thinking that there is clever procedure to find the leak without tearing up all the flooring but one can only hope!

Any help greatly appreciated!

Hi
It’s not in your tanks, as it’s only happening when the system is pressurized.
So, this is good news.
At your water manifold, just selectively shut off lines . This will narrow it down
I suspect it’s the shower faucet.
Get a look underneath it. The connections were a little complicated

 

[mermike]

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Ralph - Kudos on your chafe protection. Now I have another todo on the list.