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Location: Milwaukee, WI | I replaced the bilge pump on my '01 1650 Fishawk a couple of years ago. The pumps on mine are on the bottom near the gas tank as you described. But, the gas tank on mine does not cover the pumps. You may be forced to remove the gas tank to access the pumps! (that would suck)
The bilge pump is probably screwed (with 2 sheet metal screws) to a reinforcement channel that is welded to the hull.
After you get access to the pump, loosen the hose clamp on it. My boat had a VERY stiff hose connected to the pump. It was difficult to remove.
Next, remove the sheet metal screws holding the pump to the hull. This should allow the pump to be moved upward and out of its location and give you access to remove the hose.
I bought some of the flexible, ribbed bilge pump hose and connected one end to the new pump outlet. Ran that ribbed hose a few feet and connected the other end to the existing, stiff hose using a hose splice (a short plastic tube matching the inner diameter of the hose). The flex hose made it easier to position, drill and screw down the new pump. I did not buy the identical brand/model pump for the replacement. That's why I had to drill new mounting holes. |
