Ric001 Posted January 29, 2016 Share Posted January 29, 2016 (edited) So I've had the week off work and had financial approval (from director of domestic finances) to fit a bait tank so off to the local supplier and picked up the various bits and pieces required. Flow rite Tank Flow rite tank kit Hoses and clamps. So I fitted the tank to the back using a drill, hack saw and files without too many issues. I then fitted the outflow to the transom using a hole saw (the white through hull fitting). The thru hull pump was fitted below the water line and strainer fitted. Hoses were then connect and tank leak tested. Batteries refitted crank (left) and accessories (right)and panels refitted. Pump check that it works when switched on(momentary), but the big check will be a water test when this weather clears. All up cost was under $300 including hoses and clamps and about a day labour. Cheers Ric. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk Edited January 29, 2016 by Ric001 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
antonywardle Posted January 29, 2016 Share Posted January 29, 2016 Thats a neat fit up and and nice write up mate Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ric001 Posted January 29, 2016 Author Share Posted January 29, 2016 Thanks. Here's the leak test. Not leaks after an hour so i was all smiles. Ric. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nolongeramember Posted January 30, 2016 Share Posted January 30, 2016 That's a nice looking tank and set-up there. Just be aware if you have fussy baits because the water pick up won't work when you are travelling. Not really much of a problem when you are going slow but after you reach a bit of speed it will stop pumping. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
squidboy Posted January 30, 2016 Share Posted January 30, 2016 All you need now is a pick up for your live well tank. Here is a photo of mine Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Welster Posted January 30, 2016 Share Posted January 30, 2016 Nice work and write up. I have changed to a pickup similar to squid boy for the same reasons. I added a small mesh filter before I screwed it on. I also changed the tank inlet to put the water into the bottom of the tank. I still think my previous set up with the pump on the transom was more functional, obviously not as tidy as the thru hull type. Let us know how it goes. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nolongeramember Posted January 30, 2016 Share Posted January 30, 2016 Definitely still have to have a filter or you can bet one day a twig or something small will get in there and jam the pump. Then either blow your pump or the fuse. Minimum it will stuff your fishing day up. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ric001 Posted January 30, 2016 Author Share Posted January 30, 2016 (edited) Hi guys. I have a speed pickup ready to fit when time allows. I tried the pump today on water and pleased with that it worked as advertised. Most important point is that there were no leaks evident from any of the pipe work when under pressure or through the hull fittings. I guess I used enough silicon. I'm also thinking of putting a bilge float switch in line with the live tank pump but mounted on the transom so that when it senses being below water level it kicked the pump on. Takes the pressure off remembering to switch pump off while at speed. From the point of ease of fitment and the way it looks neat (boss was happy with the way it looks) I would recommend the kit. [emoji41]Ric. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk Edited January 30, 2016 by Ric001 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
hellcorner Posted February 1, 2016 Share Posted February 1, 2016 Nice fitout. I came across this switch on e-bay about 18 months ago. Found it tough to find though. I thought of putting a float switch in, but imo, the water temperature in the bait tank needs to be monitored in some cases. The timer switch can be turned on and off as normal. The timer side will pump for 60 seconds, and switch off from 60 seconds and up to 12 minutes, depending on where you at set the dial. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
General Zod Posted February 3, 2016 Share Posted February 3, 2016 (edited) Nice fitout. I came across this switch on e-bay about 18 months ago. Found it tough to find though. I thought of putting a float switch in, but imo, the water temperature in the bait tank needs to be monitored in some cases. The timer switch can be turned on and off as normal. The timer side will pump for 60 seconds, and switch off from 60 seconds and up to 12 minutes, depending on where you at set the dial. The switch you talk about you can buy at Mar*ne War*hous* online shop. I've installed one on my boat. Works a treat, switch and forget, unless I'm about to plane. Edited February 3, 2016 by General Zod Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Xsite Posted February 21, 2016 Share Posted February 21, 2016 The best bait tank I ever had ( and still) is to convert the outboard well in to a live bait tank, take up no room, easy clean and drain, easy to catch bait with your hand and a piece of wet rag to reduce spike from yakkas. Many people saw it at the ramp and always had positive comment on it Xsite Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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