I plumbed a bilge pump differently then most,    The standard solution
requires stringers be perforated and the galley removed, or the hose run
forward to the v berth, back with the galley faucet supply, and teed into
the gray water drain.    Some inland lakes don’t allow this drain.    My
boat has a center section of sole over the centerboard that can be removed
without touching the settee or galley.    I had pulled it to solve a plug in
my centerboard pennant tube, and took the opportunity to run a bilge pump
from the little access plate aft to the cockpit.    As designed there is a
chase from the cabin casting that goes up then back down in the cockpit.   
I ran a hose and elbow through this gap without having to affect watertight
integrity.    I believe it is high enough that either the cockpit or cabin
can flood to sea level without cascade flooding,    The water drains to the
cockpit.   The advantage is I will see water running if I’m single handing
and can’t hear the pump.   Rise and run length are limited.   The
disadvantage is sometimes the cockpit drain must be plugged when carrying a
large number of passengers.    Obviously a major leak when moored will drain
the battery and flood the compartment nearly up to the cushions.  

I have stock solar panels.   One died last winter, the replacement is
available but pricy.   I stuck with stock since the footprint is convenient.   
Upgrading lights to LED, pull start motor, high efficiency 12 volt fan for
sleeping and avoiding too many gizmos has been adequate for me.    I can
cruise six days without significantly draining the batteries, even with
frequent charging of the iPad and phone.    I did not sail after dark much
on these trips.    My motor does provide some charge as well (60 w 5 amp at
full throttle).   
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One other improvement I would suggest.    Add baffles to partially seal off
the cockpit from lazarette.   I riveted corrugated plastic sign material.   
Otherwise you get to take raccoons sailing.    

Alex







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Alex Cole
S/V Lark
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