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There are 2 pvc clamps that are attached to the aerator pipe this keeps the whole thing in the same position. Well Ive come to the determination that my boat livewell sucks.
Youll also want to find a tank thatll last you a long time.
How to add livewell to aluminum boat. Well Ive come to the determination that my boat livewell sucks. Its too small 135 gallons no insulation so it gets hot in my aluminum boat 90 degree corners so the fish are constantly running into the edges and injuring themselves and if I ever actually caught a good limit of fish in a tournament Id have no where to put them. Adding a livewell isnt a big deal just as you said figuring out where to place it.
We really need a picture of your boat to aid in this help. As far as the plywood the for the deck marine grade is by far the best but exterior grade will do when properly glass over to seal it. On the top of the riser I put a 12 34 Side Outlet 90.
The side coming up from the riser is threaded 12 fips female threaded and the 90 is 34. The pump is not fastened to the bottom of the livewell. There are 2 pvc clamps that are attached to the aerator pipe this keeps the whole thing in the same position.
Install a standard livewell pump such as a 500 700 or 1100 GPH to exchange water occasionally in the well. When using a ¾ pump inlet a 1 ½ drain such as the KA109-1 is required. If you have two lines youll need two holes and so on.
Select a drill bit as close as possible to the diameter of your air line you dont want a lot of air going in and out of the cooler around the line and drill your hole. February 24 2011 012736 AM. Under options theyre indicating a Livewell Kit.
If you call them they could tell you how big this insert is. Overflows directly out the top side of the Livewell or Bait Well Tank. This Livewell or Bait Well setup is easy to install.
As you can see by the diagram the overflow outlets directly through the hull of the boat above the water line allowing you to refresh and recirculate the water in your livewell or bait well tank. By far one of the most challenging but rewarding ways of getting a livewell for your jon boat is by building your own. If you go this route youll need to measure the area and volume you have on your jon boat to ensure a livewell can be properly installed.
Youll also want to find a tank thatll last you a long time. Live Wells and Accessories. Boat Livewells and Accessories.
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Fits only 72 models only. First is the aireation spelling method which recirculates the water in the well adding oxygen via sprayers into the water. How To Keep Fish Longer Ensure Their Healthy Release - YouTube.
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