Tee Tap for Macerator pump

[catwithhat]

hi
My sea cock for my macerator outlet thru hull is stuck closed ( axle seems to be sheared off from ball ). There is a nearby thru- hull for the direct pump out ( y-valve switches between direct and holding tank. i’m thinking of a Tee in that hose to connect macerator pump. Direct outlet size ihose is 1 1/2 but Macerator is 1” . ( at least until i can replace broken sea cock). Any issues with that? Y valve should prevent pumping back in toilet. going to a bigger outlet shouldn’t be a problem? Do i need an inline valve to protect Pump (outlet) from waste when pumping out directly?

Thanks much

 

[JoeWhite]

If I was facing this condition, I would connect a long hose from macerator and put the other end in the water through a port and turn on the motor.

 

[catwithhat]

Thanks. That's always my fall back option! I actually have a separate pump that connects directly to the pump out deck fitting with a some battery clamps. Only for emergencies... Stowing "shitty" hoses and stuff is not my favorite.

 

[Peggie Hall HeadMistress]

You should be able to replace the seacock in the water if you put a bung in the thru-hull. Is there any reason why you couldn't rely on pumpouts till you can get it done? A bit inconvenient maybe, but IMO that beats the sox off dealing with new permanent plumbing parts to solve a temporary problem.

My $.05 ($.02 adjusted for inflation) worth anyhow.

--Peggie

 

[catwithhat]

Thanks Peggy
Replacing sea cock in the water is another option i’m exploring but issue is timing since I’m leaving soon. Also there is always the risk of creating a bigger problem when messing with thru-hulls in the water. Pump out stations are unfortunately pretty sparse going in British Columbia, Desolation Sound and north of there, so being able to pump out in open channels is kind of important.

 

[Peggie Hall HeadMistress]

In that case, why not just flush directly overboard instead of into the tank? You're already plumbed to do that and It's actually kinder to the sea life near the boat than a whole tankful of sewage and tank products, even the "green" ones. Use the tank only when you absolutely have to, 'cuz pumpouts are usually a lot more available in those waters.

Just my $.05 worth again...

--Peggie