Leaking Water Bladder

[Paul H]

Went to check out my boat last weekend. Not only did I find out that someone disconnected my shore power but I had water in the forward compartment. The water was pink. Since I put the anti freeze solution in this past fall the leak would have to be coming from the bladder or the connections to the electric pump. I checked the bladder out for holes and couldn't see any which leads me to believe it's all in the hose connections. Now that I'm going to replace the worm gear clamps should I replace them with the same or are there better alternatives. Should I also replace the fittings (One t- type and A straight one) and the hoses?Paul HS/V Linda Belle 95 H26

 

[Michael Bell]

There are better clamps

They are a stainless steal band with a "T" bolt to tighten. Have seen them locally in (good) auto parts stores, but sure they must be available a marine outlets. I feel that the gear type clamp does not apply consistent pressure all the way around the clamp.