Water pressure regulator

[SirMichael]

The water pressure regulator on my boat (88 Hunter 28.5) is leaking. When I look at the water pump, it's a Shurflo 220–213–34. I can't seem to find the pressure of this pump, it's not written on the pump housing but I am assuming that it's a 30 to 35 pound pressure pump. How many PSI pressure regulator should I replace the old regulator with?
45 PSI ?

Most of regulators that I've seen advertised seem to have a connection for a hose, but I would preferred not to have that option; to make sure that someone doesn't accidentally Connect a hose onto the regulator to prevent a leak from sinking the boat. Are they available without the hose connection?

Mike

 

[Don Crowther]

I think that just regulates the water pressure going into the boat. Some marina's have high pressure that can damage your pump and tanks.

 

[SirMichael]

So, do I not need this pressure regulator if I don't want to connect shore water?
Can I just put a plug on the line?

Mike

 

[kloudie1]

Correct, Mike.. Securely plug that water line (trace back to a tee and replace the tee with an ell or straight connector) and you can remove the regulator and cover that hole with a piece of starboard or teak

 

[JamesG161]

So, do I not need this pressure regulator

Depends on where that input line goes, type of line, and what is your tank set up is?
On my Hunter, NO!
If this is the only water inlet on your boat, then I suspect it is more than just a regulator.
It looks like this device which prevents back flow and has a strainer.
http://www.xylemflowcontrol.com/files/44411_Pressure_Regulator_Promo.pdf

I would replace it.
Jim...

 

[JamesG161]

Correct, Mike.

Sipping 2nd cup of coffee.

Wait a minute... that appears to be if you are hooked to shore water INSTEAD of your 12VDC Shurflo to provide a water source.
Unless you plan to do THAT!
@kloudie1 is spot on!
Jim...

PS: I believe leaving a shore water source connected to your boat and OPEN, is a SINKING waiting to happen.

 

[SirMichael]

The fill for the fresh water tank is in the front of the boat, under the anchor rope.
I wasn't sure if the regulator was required in case the pump went nuts and over-pressured the lines.
I don't plan on using any shore water, so I'll just plug off the line to the regulator for now.

I can always re-think it later.
Thanks!
Mike

 

[Benny17441]

Yes, Sir.