bilge switch ???

Discussion in 'Tech Discussion' started by sikazz, January 18, 2009.

  1. sikazz

    sikazz Member

    does any 1 know where i can get a bilge switch from, my 1 just packed a snot and stopped working ,also i am thinling of putting another bilge pump in or do i just need 1 at the back ,cheers
  2. Aquanob

    Aquanob Active Member

    One is fine, I've got some proper 3 way waterproof switches, will check the price.
  3. ScottyRocker

    ScottyRocker Member

    Id be keen on a switch as well if possible
  4. Rumble

    Rumble Member

    I can bring 3 way waterproof switches in from the states with my pistons next week. Will be like $70 tho, exchange rate is so average.
  5. FreeStylin_SJ

    FreeStylin_SJ Member

    Just get a $15 waterproof toggle switch from Dicksmith Electronics. Drill it into the dash and your good to go.
  6. Aquanob

    Aquanob Active Member

    Fuck that, these 3 way switches are genuine american ones that will out last your jetski. $60 including freight.
  7. ScottyRocker

    ScottyRocker Member

    You got a pic of these 3way switches aquaholic?
  8. Rumble

    Rumble Member

    Yeah I agree, i've been thru 4 or 5 DSE and Jaycar ones... Those handle bar ones are just as gay.. always end up putting in a three-way. There is a reason they cost more - quality.

    If Norm will can do the switch for $60, go for it . DSE and Jaycar are about $15-$20 might last a little longer in lakes, but in my experience will do no more than 3 months of surf riding.

    http://www.blowsion.com/detail.asp?PRODUCT_ID=AWAC128

    Sometimes they come in blue.
  9. Aquanob

    Aquanob Active Member

    Mine are black.
  10. knoxie

    knoxie Active Member

    ive had mixed sussess with all types of switches.....

    i had a 3way type only last a few months

    ive had a jaycar one last a couple of rides.

    ive found the Dick smith ones last pretty good

    with the Jaycar and Dick smith ones you need to silicone around the toggle cover and the wire joins make them a bit more water tight ...seem to last pretty good then ...
  11. sikazz

    sikazz Member

    why are there three ways on the switches do you guys use a float ?also is best to have the pump at the rear of the ski and are you ment to leave it on while you are riding in the surf
  12. L8N

    L8N Member

  13. SOX

    SOX Active Member

    2 inches is alot of water to be carrying around before your bilge turns on!!

    3 way type switches like norms last ages knox you must have just got a one in a million dud cause i dont know of anyone else that have ever had one fail.
  14. L8N

    L8N Member

    Well, I do have a Scupper also..
  15. sikazz

    sikazz Member

    yeah i def want 1 that last ,just not sure why you use the 3 way sw is that all they make?
  16. Rumble

    Rumble Member

    I've had one fail also.. About a week after I got the ski of Rick. Just make sure you use decent water tight connections or corrosion goes up the wires..
  17. steve K-B

    steve K-B Member

    Ive had DSE one thats lasted two years so far with no problems
  18. tofa

    tofa Well-Known Member

    If you dont want to run a switch...Rule make an all in one pump and float called the rulemate. Its a 500gph and is $160. I haven't used one but i read a bit bout them on www.x-h2o.com and everyone that had used one raved about it.