In this post, well discuss what to do if you forget to put the plug in your boat, and some of the causes for a boat to sink. If not, the bestreaction is to increase the size of hoses and fittings and eliminatethings like bends or kinks in the hose. The actual water guggling in at the boat rampisn't near as much.but it SEEMS IT IS!
They werethe same folks that hadn't quite tightened the hose clamp at the thermostat incommissioning one year, which led to my inflexible rule to NEVER go out withouta tool kit. 2019 PWCDoctor.com. I would guess that most bilge pumps actually turn out a fraction, say 20%to 50% of the rated capacity. (Should have checked the drain plug on the water heater. ?>>Well, anyways.Can we build one for you? Let us know how you enjoy your Mercedes of boats.Is the Cobalt 226 an open bow or a cuddie design. You need to put the drain plug in before you put the boat in the water. If you realize that you forgot to put the drain plug in your boat, the first thing you should do is head back to land or dry slip to get the boat out of the water. The Versiplug s virtually indestructible! But I am amazed at the storage space this bowrider has. (opens in new window), randell.seyfert@captainsmarine.com,kyle.c@captainsmarine.com,laura.p@captainsmarine.com, Check out the Captain's Marine YouTube channel! Forgetting to put your drain plug in before putting your boat in the water will cause it to sink.
So, its important you test your bilge pump often, turn it on manually to hear it run, and to keep the boat battery charged, especially when you keep it in the water.
1100 gph is the rating of the>pump WITHOUT the 1/4" hose attached to it. The ratings are usually given as somany gph at such a head or lift, e.g. Ifyou assume you will eventually forget (and I know that it does happen), Iwonder if you aren't increasing your odds of forgetting. Most boat bilge pumps are automatic, meaning they will turn on when they sense enough water in the bilge (hull of the boat where the engine lives). in most states, Great to use for any boater that uses a boat lift.
(opens in new window), Check out Captain's Marine on Youtube! GREAT PRODUCT, HAD MINE FOR 2 YEARS TROUBLE FREE! So, for 1.0 foot of submergence flow would be; Q = 0.61 * 0.00545 * SQRT (2 * 32.2 * 1.0) = 0.0267 cfs = 12 US gpm = 720gph. A = 0.00545sq. That was easy.Remembering is truly the hardest part, but if you want to keep your investment safe, boat plugs should always be on your mind!So dont forget to put them in before you launch, and take them out before you leave! Im a bit paranoid and will check the drain plug before going to the boat launch and right before fully backing the boat into the water. Club Sea Ray is the online home for Sea Ray owners world wide! Always do a pre-launch checklist at the ramp. Larry, the larger bilge pump is a fine idea but don't let it give you too much, On Mon, 25 Jan 1999 18:59:36 GMT, Reinhard Sprenger, On Mon, 25 Jan 1999 19:05:51 -0500, "Charles T. Low", >"You gotta be a special kind of stupid to forget to put the drain plug, On Tue, 26 Jan 1999 22:31:52 -0500, Michael Kallelis, I have seen many great posts about how much water comes in without a drain. Youll never forget your drain plug again because the Versiplug is Autumagic!! ), -----------== Posted via Newsfeeds.Com, Uncensored Usenet News ==---------- http://www.newsfeeds.com/ The Largest Usenet Servers in the World!-----------== Over 66,000 Groups, Plus a Dedicated Binaries Server ==----------. This is done automatically. Hook your garden hose to the open hole while it's in the driveway.Turn it on full force. Overloading the boat beyond its weight and carrying capacity. Immediately after launching with engine running, always do a visual andolfactory bilge inspection for water and fuel leaks. Where financial loss or loss of life is possibleNEVER rely on an electric bilge pump. Some of the biggest boating disaster stories you'll hear involve drain plugs, or the lack there of, I should say.That's just one of the reasons when you pull into the Captains Marine parking lot, you'll see this sign.
*As an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases. Here's a tip. when launching the boat, youclimb out of the tow vehicle, head out on the dockto tie up the lines, and you notice water shooting outthe side like a garden hose, jump back in the towvehicle and pull your boat back up the ramp. I don't want it freezing and thawing inthere, so the boat has to drain freely all the time. Larry.mine left..no, silly, not the boat or the plugsTHEWIFE! All good and informative responses. 2000 gph at 5 feet lift. ft.g = gravitational constant = 32.2h = head on center of orifice = depth of submergence in this case. Comes with a 2 year replacement and Stop tying knots to hold your anchor with this durable, lightweight anchor cleat. (about the drain plug, not the other), Charles T. Low, author of "Boat Docking" . 2. This assumes that thehose and fittings are sized properly and that the pump can make therequired flow against the actual installation lift and hydraulic losseswhich for an engineer is largely guesswork - for a layman it is foolhardyto assume you can size and then find for sale the required fittings.Chances are that the standard hose size is inadequate for the size ofpumps needed for this application and that the thru-hull fitting on thedischarge is much too small to allow the pump to make anywhere near it'sfull capacity. A lot of laws require that the plug be removed when the boat is leaving the lake and the drain has to be open until you're able to safely launch the boat in the water. You could get cited! Discussion in 'General Discussion' started by davismwfl, May 21, 2017.
It'd have an output to fire the>DSC-equipped VHF radio's Channel 70 Emergency alarm, noting our>current position from the radio's GPS NMEA-0183 data stream. Now THAT was a well informed, complete and useful answer >>Ed, it's good to be prepared for contingencies, but my own personal bias>here is that putting the drain plug in before launch is a sacred ritual. Extensive Testing: We've been beating on the Versiplug in our own PWCs: broken ride plates: 1 (see image to right), Versiplug #1200/1201 - Yamaha Wave Runners and Boats - All models except Superjet, Versiplug #1400/1401 - Sea-DOO, Honda and Polaris Watercraft, Versiplug #1300/1301 - Kawasaki Jets Skis - if it has a hull plug, Versiplug Kit #1151 Black Versiplug w/ Flange and hardware - Hydrospace S4. I can truly say I never forgot the plug through our years oftrailerable/rackable boating; but then, I never had the plug out longer thanenough to drain what was in the bilge at the time, largely for that reason.The marina did forget it once, though; they'd had it out for some reason Ican't remember, and the next time we dropped it in (rack storage at the time) Inoticed after a few minutes that the stern seemed to be settling. Not only will this kill your boat battery but will wear out the bilge too. It takes less thought to remember to put the plug in! These boats are designed to be taken on and off the water quickly, so there is no need for a drain plug. Bilge pumps are designed to remove water from the bilge, which is the lowest part of the boat. The opposite can happen on land, where you leave the drain plug in but dont keep the boat covered, and it floods with rain water. Note a further concern - a 4000 gph pump could suck 20 amps or more.Wiring must be sized according the pump requirements. Like Captain's Marine on Facebook! The only way to truly turn them offis to disconnect at the battery. Heck! Boat Lift Buddy installs in minutes. Drain plugs keep the water on the outside of the boat from going into the boat and sinking it. Bailer tubes are not a replacement for a bilge pump, a bilge pump is always better to have. Well, anyways.Can we build one for you?? I'm still, No bilge pump is going to save you. Suppose the hole is right in the bottom of the boat. is able to not only drain the inside of your boat from the unwanted water, but it can also help to seal the drain tight while you're out on the water riding around, fishing, swimming, tubing etc. Well also cover some tips on how to avoid this from happening in the first place! That's because boat pilots are assumed to be not as stupid as airplanepilots :), I am not sure how you put that into an equation, but let me try, 1(drainpug) x 1(brainfart) = 1(sunkenboat). Hello most expensive bathtub of all time from a rain storm.Forget to clean, drain and dry after a day of boating?
If>you assume you will eventually forget (and I know that it does happen), I>wonder if you aren't increasing your odds of forgetting.>>You wouldn't leave your house naked(? Once the Versiplug is installed it will close when you launch open while underway to act as an Efficient, Reliable Bilge Drain. Doh! CSR is a member supported community. Most boats come with a bilge pumps, but there are some exceptions. The Boat Lift Boss is an all weather motor that is completely covered to keep it safe in the elements. Check the engine compartment to make sure youre not taking on water before fully launching your boat. We have 3 different membership levels available.
If I ever move back up North, I'll keep, This might be a stupid question, but do all small boats have drain plugs, I've seen rolled-edge skiffs (boats made from a single molding, having no. The Weeders Digest. -- fish@netcom.com http://www.well.com/~pk/fishmeal.html, > rickandlisadel@erols.com (Rick and Lisa Marinelli) >> >That's because boat pilots are assumed to be not as stupid as > >airplane pilots :)>>No, it's because most people can swim without a boat much better than >they can fly without an airplane. 3. (opens in new window), Follow Captain's Marine on Pinterest! In order to assist you if you get stopped at an AIS check station, your drain plugs will be removed and your boat will be clean, dry and ready for inspection!
Our LCDdisplay would announce the radio's been fired, then respond withanother LCD alert when the CG answers the call. We had some "Jokesters" remove a, Wow!
To get gallons/minute multiply the cfs by 449 and since bilge pumps areusually rated in gallons per hour multiply by 60. With some jet boats, you must be sure to not confuse a drain plug with the flushing port, as they often look similar or threaded the same. SAVES ONE LESS HASSLE AT THE BOAT RAMP! ?The axle only bent a little from the gunwale-deep load of rainwater,frogs, escaped fishin' equipment, one left sneaker - kid's size 8, andthe 3-month-old six Striped Bass in the big Igloo Cooler he forgotabout the next morning before goin' back to work at Massive Truckingand Storage on a 3-month, long haul, to Vancouver where the Peterbuiltblew a tire in Tulsa and needed the #4, bent, piston rod replaced inSeattle, a 9-day layover waitin for parts. The rolling action of the Lake Groomers rollers will dislodge and existing weeds and prevent new weeds from growing. drain the boat? By draining from the lowest possible location, Versiplug also helps with fuel efficiency and if you do take on water for any reason, that water is the only water in your hull, it is not additional to anything that would normally be in there. There are many reasons why a boat can sink, but some of the most common causes are: The answer to this question depends on the type of boat you have. Better for me to havethe riding area up front. Most installations create enoughlift and losses to reduce capacity to half, or much less than half, ofthe rated capacity. )>, >Larry, the larger bilge pump is a fine idea but don't let it give you too much>more confidence over the pump you may have had. ">>I like it. Well, headed back to the basement for more engineering drawings.Looks like we're gonna be workin' a little late tonight.(c; >That's because boat pilots are assumed to be not as stupid as >airplane pilots :).
One sign you forget to put your drain plug in is that the bilge pump will start to kick on because your boat is filling with water. A boat is pretty much a big bucket, and it can collect rain water, especially if it rains hard enough, and even more true if you dont keep a cover on your boat. This is a plug that is able to adapt to that law since it is automatic and you do not have to worry about remembering to remove or replace the drain plug each time that you go in and out of the water. Now, his canoe ishung upside-down. You never remove the drain plug when your boat is in the water, you only remove it when youre completely out of the water. It's right up there with forgetting to lower the landing gear in anairplane. It's a bowrider.
The limitation on most systems is>not the pump but rather the small hoses attached to them combined with the>vertical distance (head pressure) encountered between the pump and the through>hull.>. Drain plugs do wear out, and one with a bad seal can cause your boat to sink. ), PS I've just jinxed myself, haven't I? Also the fittings typically sold for boats never seento me to be designed for optimum hydraulics. Its your responsibility to make sure your drain plugs are in before putting the boat in the water. Smaller boats, like Jon boats, may not have a bilge pump. Your dash switch also>probably as a light on it indicating when the pump is working, even if>triggered by the float switch.
The Boat Lift Buddy wheel drive system is designed for lift owners looking for quick installation, economy and reliable service. This is more of a problem with jet skis in general, but many jet boats use jet ski engines and many jet ski parts. The loss of capacity caused by the hose and fittings requires that youmust use a large safety factor in selecting pump size; something in theorder of 2 to 5. This is because the ratedcapacity assumes very little vertical lift and almost no hydraulic lossesin the discharge piping and fittings. Wonder if we'll need>an output to fire off the 406Mhz EPIRB beacon on larger boats? Founded in 2005, it is the largest collection of Sea Ray information on the internet. If you dont have power at your slip or near your boat trailer, you can get solar battery chargers like this here (Amazon Link Ad)and will supply enough power to keep the boats battery charged. Almost all boats come with a drain plug, but there are a few exceptions. The boat bilge pump is tied directly to the battery, so if you turn off the boats battery switch, the bilge should still run. Leaks from valves or fittings not being properly closed or sealed in the engine compartment. Upon analysis, your answer, despite being delightfully twisted, would appearto be the most accurate.
Increasing pump size whileleaving fittings alone probably wouldn't work well because hydrauliclosses are proportional to the flow squared and pump capacity dropsquickly as losses increase. Of course, it'd have to have a>fancy electronic display mounted on a 2-bolt gimbal mounting bracket>made outa black anodized aluminum.It'd have an LCD display to show>how deep the water's already gittin' while the alarm is blastin' away>and the big light on it's blinkin. , Pond Weed Control Products For Any BudgetPond weed control products are necessary for any pond owner The "10" in front of and behind the name in the return address is foranti-spam protection.Remove the "10" 's to reply. ">>>>It's right up there with forgetting to lower the landing gear in an>>airplane.>>>Well, almost.I haven't yet found a boat that has all those alarms and lights>going off when the drain plug's out but the hull's near the water. You balance the risk of your roof springing a leak -- filling yourboat with tons of water, bending your trailer, allowing the boatand all that water to come crashing down, all while you are offsomewhere else-- against the risk that you'll forget the plug whenyou launch and are there to do something about it. Think of it as a projectile problem. Its an important part of the boat and helps to keep it from sinking. Yes, its even possible for a boat to sink on land, well explain that one later. It'd have an output to fire theDSC-equipped VHF radio's Channel 70 Emergency alarm, noting ourcurrent position from the radio's GPS NMEA-0183 data stream. If your boat has a VHF radio call for help, if not, use your phone to either get a local boat towing service or the coast guard if youre out at sea.

So, its important you test your bilge pump often, turn it on manually to hear it run, and to keep the boat battery charged, especially when you keep it in the water.
1100 gph is the rating of the>pump WITHOUT the 1/4" hose attached to it. The ratings are usually given as somany gph at such a head or lift, e.g. Ifyou assume you will eventually forget (and I know that it does happen), Iwonder if you aren't increasing your odds of forgetting. Most boat bilge pumps are automatic, meaning they will turn on when they sense enough water in the bilge (hull of the boat where the engine lives). in most states, Great to use for any boater that uses a boat lift.
(opens in new window), Check out Captain's Marine on Youtube! GREAT PRODUCT, HAD MINE FOR 2 YEARS TROUBLE FREE! So, for 1.0 foot of submergence flow would be; Q = 0.61 * 0.00545 * SQRT (2 * 32.2 * 1.0) = 0.0267 cfs = 12 US gpm = 720gph. A = 0.00545sq. That was easy.Remembering is truly the hardest part, but if you want to keep your investment safe, boat plugs should always be on your mind!So dont forget to put them in before you launch, and take them out before you leave! Im a bit paranoid and will check the drain plug before going to the boat launch and right before fully backing the boat into the water. Club Sea Ray is the online home for Sea Ray owners world wide! Always do a pre-launch checklist at the ramp. Larry, the larger bilge pump is a fine idea but don't let it give you too much, On Mon, 25 Jan 1999 18:59:36 GMT, Reinhard Sprenger, On Mon, 25 Jan 1999 19:05:51 -0500, "Charles T. Low", >"You gotta be a special kind of stupid to forget to put the drain plug, On Tue, 26 Jan 1999 22:31:52 -0500, Michael Kallelis, I have seen many great posts about how much water comes in without a drain. Youll never forget your drain plug again because the Versiplug is Autumagic!! ), -----------== Posted via Newsfeeds.Com, Uncensored Usenet News ==---------- http://www.newsfeeds.com/ The Largest Usenet Servers in the World!-----------== Over 66,000 Groups, Plus a Dedicated Binaries Server ==----------. This is done automatically. Hook your garden hose to the open hole while it's in the driveway.Turn it on full force. Overloading the boat beyond its weight and carrying capacity. Immediately after launching with engine running, always do a visual andolfactory bilge inspection for water and fuel leaks. Where financial loss or loss of life is possibleNEVER rely on an electric bilge pump. Some of the biggest boating disaster stories you'll hear involve drain plugs, or the lack there of, I should say.That's just one of the reasons when you pull into the Captains Marine parking lot, you'll see this sign.
*As an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases. Here's a tip. when launching the boat, youclimb out of the tow vehicle, head out on the dockto tie up the lines, and you notice water shooting outthe side like a garden hose, jump back in the towvehicle and pull your boat back up the ramp. I don't want it freezing and thawing inthere, so the boat has to drain freely all the time. Larry.mine left..no, silly, not the boat or the plugsTHEWIFE! All good and informative responses. 2000 gph at 5 feet lift. ft.g = gravitational constant = 32.2h = head on center of orifice = depth of submergence in this case. Comes with a 2 year replacement and Stop tying knots to hold your anchor with this durable, lightweight anchor cleat. (about the drain plug, not the other), Charles T. Low, author of "Boat Docking"
It'd have an output to fire the>DSC-equipped VHF radio's Channel 70 Emergency alarm, noting our>current position from the radio's GPS NMEA-0183 data stream. Now THAT was a well informed, complete and useful answer >>Ed, it's good to be prepared for contingencies, but my own personal bias>here is that putting the drain plug in before launch is a sacred ritual. Extensive Testing: We've been beating on the Versiplug in our own PWCs: broken ride plates: 1 (see image to right), Versiplug #1200/1201 - Yamaha Wave Runners and Boats - All models except Superjet, Versiplug #1400/1401 - Sea-DOO, Honda and Polaris Watercraft, Versiplug #1300/1301 - Kawasaki Jets Skis - if it has a hull plug, Versiplug Kit #1151 Black Versiplug w/ Flange and hardware - Hydrospace S4. I can truly say I never forgot the plug through our years oftrailerable/rackable boating; but then, I never had the plug out longer thanenough to drain what was in the bilge at the time, largely for that reason.The marina did forget it once, though; they'd had it out for some reason Ican't remember, and the next time we dropped it in (rack storage at the time) Inoticed after a few minutes that the stern seemed to be settling. Not only will this kill your boat battery but will wear out the bilge too. It takes less thought to remember to put the plug in! These boats are designed to be taken on and off the water quickly, so there is no need for a drain plug. Bilge pumps are designed to remove water from the bilge, which is the lowest part of the boat. The opposite can happen on land, where you leave the drain plug in but dont keep the boat covered, and it floods with rain water. Note a further concern - a 4000 gph pump could suck 20 amps or more.Wiring must be sized according the pump requirements. Like Captain's Marine on Facebook! The only way to truly turn them offis to disconnect at the battery. Heck! Boat Lift Buddy installs in minutes. Drain plugs keep the water on the outside of the boat from going into the boat and sinking it. Bailer tubes are not a replacement for a bilge pump, a bilge pump is always better to have. Well, anyways.Can we build one for you?? I'm still, No bilge pump is going to save you. Suppose the hole is right in the bottom of the boat. is able to not only drain the inside of your boat from the unwanted water, but it can also help to seal the drain tight while you're out on the water riding around, fishing, swimming, tubing etc. Well also cover some tips on how to avoid this from happening in the first place! That's because boat pilots are assumed to be not as stupid as airplanepilots :), I am not sure how you put that into an equation, but let me try, 1(drainpug) x 1(brainfart) = 1(sunkenboat). Hello most expensive bathtub of all time from a rain storm.Forget to clean, drain and dry after a day of boating?
If>you assume you will eventually forget (and I know that it does happen), I>wonder if you aren't increasing your odds of forgetting.>>You wouldn't leave your house naked(? Once the Versiplug is installed it will close when you launch open while underway to act as an Efficient, Reliable Bilge Drain. Doh! CSR is a member supported community. Most boats come with a bilge pumps, but there are some exceptions. The Boat Lift Boss is an all weather motor that is completely covered to keep it safe in the elements. Check the engine compartment to make sure youre not taking on water before fully launching your boat. We have 3 different membership levels available.
If I ever move back up North, I'll keep, This might be a stupid question, but do all small boats have drain plugs, I've seen rolled-edge skiffs (boats made from a single molding, having no. The Weeders Digest. -- fish@netcom.com http://www.well.com/~pk/fishmeal.html, > rickandlisadel@erols.com (Rick and Lisa Marinelli) >> >That's because boat pilots are assumed to be not as stupid as > >airplane pilots :)>>No, it's because most people can swim without a boat much better than >they can fly without an airplane. 3. (opens in new window), Follow Captain's Marine on Pinterest! In order to assist you if you get stopped at an AIS check station, your drain plugs will be removed and your boat will be clean, dry and ready for inspection!
Our LCDdisplay would announce the radio's been fired, then respond withanother LCD alert when the CG answers the call. We had some "Jokesters" remove a, Wow!
To get gallons/minute multiply the cfs by 449 and since bilge pumps areusually rated in gallons per hour multiply by 60. With some jet boats, you must be sure to not confuse a drain plug with the flushing port, as they often look similar or threaded the same. SAVES ONE LESS HASSLE AT THE BOAT RAMP! ?The axle only bent a little from the gunwale-deep load of rainwater,frogs, escaped fishin' equipment, one left sneaker - kid's size 8, andthe 3-month-old six Striped Bass in the big Igloo Cooler he forgotabout the next morning before goin' back to work at Massive Truckingand Storage on a 3-month, long haul, to Vancouver where the Peterbuiltblew a tire in Tulsa and needed the #4, bent, piston rod replaced inSeattle, a 9-day layover waitin for parts. The rolling action of the Lake Groomers rollers will dislodge and existing weeds and prevent new weeds from growing. drain the boat? By draining from the lowest possible location, Versiplug also helps with fuel efficiency and if you do take on water for any reason, that water is the only water in your hull, it is not additional to anything that would normally be in there. There are many reasons why a boat can sink, but some of the most common causes are: The answer to this question depends on the type of boat you have. Better for me to havethe riding area up front. Most installations create enoughlift and losses to reduce capacity to half, or much less than half, ofthe rated capacity. )>, >Larry, the larger bilge pump is a fine idea but don't let it give you too much>more confidence over the pump you may have had. ">>I like it. Well, headed back to the basement for more engineering drawings.Looks like we're gonna be workin' a little late tonight.(c; >That's because boat pilots are assumed to be not as stupid as >airplane pilots :).
One sign you forget to put your drain plug in is that the bilge pump will start to kick on because your boat is filling with water. A boat is pretty much a big bucket, and it can collect rain water, especially if it rains hard enough, and even more true if you dont keep a cover on your boat. This is a plug that is able to adapt to that law since it is automatic and you do not have to worry about remembering to remove or replace the drain plug each time that you go in and out of the water. Now, his canoe ishung upside-down. You never remove the drain plug when your boat is in the water, you only remove it when youre completely out of the water. It's right up there with forgetting to lower the landing gear in anairplane. It's a bowrider.
The limitation on most systems is>not the pump but rather the small hoses attached to them combined with the>vertical distance (head pressure) encountered between the pump and the through>hull.>. Drain plugs do wear out, and one with a bad seal can cause your boat to sink. ), PS I've just jinxed myself, haven't I? Also the fittings typically sold for boats never seento me to be designed for optimum hydraulics. Its your responsibility to make sure your drain plugs are in before putting the boat in the water. Smaller boats, like Jon boats, may not have a bilge pump. Your dash switch also>probably as a light on it indicating when the pump is working, even if>triggered by the float switch.
The Boat Lift Buddy wheel drive system is designed for lift owners looking for quick installation, economy and reliable service. This is more of a problem with jet skis in general, but many jet boats use jet ski engines and many jet ski parts. The loss of capacity caused by the hose and fittings requires that youmust use a large safety factor in selecting pump size; something in theorder of 2 to 5. This is because the ratedcapacity assumes very little vertical lift and almost no hydraulic lossesin the discharge piping and fittings. Wonder if we'll need>an output to fire off the 406Mhz EPIRB beacon on larger boats? Founded in 2005, it is the largest collection of Sea Ray information on the internet. If you dont have power at your slip or near your boat trailer, you can get solar battery chargers like this here (Amazon Link Ad)and will supply enough power to keep the boats battery charged. Almost all boats come with a drain plug, but there are a few exceptions. The boat bilge pump is tied directly to the battery, so if you turn off the boats battery switch, the bilge should still run. Leaks from valves or fittings not being properly closed or sealed in the engine compartment. Upon analysis, your answer, despite being delightfully twisted, would appearto be the most accurate.
Increasing pump size whileleaving fittings alone probably wouldn't work well because hydrauliclosses are proportional to the flow squared and pump capacity dropsquickly as losses increase. Of course, it'd have to have a>fancy electronic display mounted on a 2-bolt gimbal mounting bracket>made outa black anodized aluminum.It'd have an LCD display to show>how deep the water's already gittin' while the alarm is blastin' away>and the big light on it's blinkin. , Pond Weed Control Products For Any BudgetPond weed control products are necessary for any pond owner The "10" in front of and behind the name in the return address is foranti-spam protection.Remove the "10" 's to reply. ">>>>It's right up there with forgetting to lower the landing gear in an>>airplane.>>>Well, almost.I haven't yet found a boat that has all those alarms and lights>going off when the drain plug's out but the hull's near the water. You balance the risk of your roof springing a leak -- filling yourboat with tons of water, bending your trailer, allowing the boatand all that water to come crashing down, all while you are offsomewhere else-- against the risk that you'll forget the plug whenyou launch and are there to do something about it. Think of it as a projectile problem. Its an important part of the boat and helps to keep it from sinking. Yes, its even possible for a boat to sink on land, well explain that one later. It'd have an output to fire theDSC-equipped VHF radio's Channel 70 Emergency alarm, noting ourcurrent position from the radio's GPS NMEA-0183 data stream. If your boat has a VHF radio call for help, if not, use your phone to either get a local boat towing service or the coast guard if youre out at sea.