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I have a Whale Gusher 10 that came with the boat. It was mounted under the cockpit seat on what is now the locker skin. Access was through those delightfull locker cutouts. I am trying to decide on where this pump might go. Also, I can't seem to find a cover that is specifically design for the handle opening in any of my catalogs (though I haven't looked that hard yet).
JHenson- I recently bought a cover just for the Gusher 10 from my marine wholesaler. I have the catalog at my shop but I can get you part number, etc tomorrow.
I'm installing mine in the cockpit locker almost exactly like Tim shows his. Simple installation.
For what it's worth, I have yet to ever use that manual pump in 5 seasons. I wouldn't be without it, of course. What minimal water ever ends up in my bilge is handled by the electric pump.
I chose the Henderson mainly because it is the same pump used in the Lavac head system. Between the bilge pump, head pump, and waste tank pump, I have three of these identical pumps on board, which provides built-in spares if required. I do like these pumps, though, and now consider them my default choice for any manual pumping needs.
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