CD 27 Whale Gusher Bilge Pump

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Howell and James
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Re: CD 27 Whale Gusher Bilge Pump

Post by Howell and James »

When we replaced the flapper valves on our Whale gusher pump we failed to notice that the parts kit came with two types of flapper valve (both very similar) for different ages of the pumps. It took us a while to work out why the xxx thing didn't work. So check carefully.
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"Elan"
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Re: CD 27 Whale Gusher Bilge Pump

Post by Steve Bryant »

If anyone is still interested,

I got a replacement boot for the Whale Gusher 8 from Defender. Here's a link to the part:

Whale Deckplate / Pump Gaiter Kit

http://www.defender.com/product3.jsp?pa ... &id=826920
Steve Bryant
"Elan" 1981 CD25 #815
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tjr818
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Re: CD 27 Whale Gusher Bilge Pump

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Does that fit the original pump on the 27's? Mine is an 81 also. :?
Tim
Nonsuch 26 Ultra,
Previously, Sláinte a CD27
Steve Bryant
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Re: CD 27 Whale Gusher Bilge Pump

Post by Steve Bryant »

Tim,

It will fit a Whale Gusher 8 MK3, which is what was installed on my 25. My guess is that is the same one on the 27 if it's original to the boat. I was also able to obtain a .pdf of an exploded diagram of the pump from Whale a couple of years ago. If you send me an email, I'll be more than happy to send a copy to you and anyone else out there that is interested.
Steve Bryant
"Elan" 1981 CD25 #815
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