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Author	Topic:   Thru Hull Fitting - Bilge
retired	posted 06-19-2012 02:04 PM ET (US)      I want to install a second bilge pump and need to purchase a thru hull fitting. Our local B/W can't get the fitting for at least 2 weeks. Does anyone know how thick the hull is on a 98 Conquest 21'? Perhaps I can purchase one from some other source.
retired	posted 06-20-2012 01:14 AM ET (US)          I called B/W tech dept. and they directed me to their parts site. I found the whaler part number (different number than what the dealer gave me) and called the local B/W dealer with the correct part number and they had the part in stock.
Quogue	posted 06-20-2012 12:29 PM ET (US)             I used a piece of PVC pipe and 3M sealer (forgot the name) but this white stuff is waterproof and does a great job. The whole deal was under $10.00. I replaced the drain pipe on my 72 13 but the concept is the same.
lizard	posted 06-30-2012 11:52 PM ET (US)             Hmm, not sure I would recommend PVC, call Sue at Twin Cities Marine, she will have everything you need.
Tom W Clark	posted 07-01-2012 10:33 AM ET (US)             He's referring to a Through-Hull fitting, not a drain tube. Trying to make a Through-Hull fitting for a bilge pump discharge out of a piece of PVC pipe is a really bad idea.
lizard	posted 07-01-2012 01:36 PM ET (US)             Exactly, Tom. Frankly, I don't like PVC for thru-hulls or drain tube. Give me metal.

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