I have a hand bilge pump. I hardly ever use it because all I ever get in the bilge is moisture. When it rains really heavy for a long time then I get about 1" near the aft end in the bilge. I use a sponge to get this out and then the bilge is again bone dry.
The two (2) Groco seacocks I have now are pretty much in line with the hoses with a very slight bend in the hose to connect to the scupper drain.
Name of sailboat: S/V Tadpole
My name: Robert
Moniker: Sea Hunt a/k/a "The Tadpole Sailor"
When I purchased S/V Tadpole in March/April 2008, I was trying to think of a name. The seller, now a good friend, suggested "Tadpole". Made sense since in terms of sailing skills and abilities I was (and remain) a true "tadpole".
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