Access to manual bilge pump on 2004 Hunter 36?

[AndyL]

Hello,

I'd like to access the manual bilge pump to either repair or replace it. Do I need to remove the interior of the port corner cockpit locker (the one that is like the propane locker but on the opposite side) to get access?

Thanks,
Andy

 

[senang]

Where do you put the handle for pumping from the cockpit. That will give you the best idea of where to look for the pump on the inside.

 

[AndyL]

Yes - the handle is inserted on the outside of the locker I mention. The question is whether access is by removing the interior of the locker or some other way. There is no obvious (to me) access, so I'd guess it was from the locker, but I'm hoping to get some help before starting down the wrong path.

 

[Dan_Y]

Did you ever find access? My thought was to put a large access port in that locker. The type that covers the rudder post on the cockpit sole.

 

[AndyL]

I have not been able to find access. It's possible that it could come out through the front after removing the cover but seems unlikely. An access port might work if there was enough room to remove and attach the hoses. I guess you'd need to make some measurements to see how much space the new pump needed.

 

[Al Miller]

The manual bilge pump is accessed through the port locker on the swim step. It is a mighty tight fit and it does take two people to remove it.