bilge blower motor

[Elvis156]

Any one else using a blige blower to vent the bilge? Ive got a 4" blower motor mounted below deck and the thing is obnoxiously loud. I am curious if all are supposed to be loud or if mine is unusually so- and in need of being replaced.<br /><br />Any feedback on ho damn loud these things should be is much appreciated!!!<br /><br />Jason

 

[DJ]

Re: bilge blower motor

Elvis,<br /><br />They can be noisy.<br /><br />They are also very inexpensive. If in doubt, replace it. You definetely need it.

 

[chris in va]

Re: bilge blower motor

I believe most i/o boats come with a blower. It's to vent any gas vapors that could explode. Rule is a lot better quality than Attwood...IMO.

 

[chris in va]

Re: bilge blower motor

Oh sorry, I had to re-read your post. Mine was *very* loud, sortof like the Jim Carey 'most annoying sound in the world' thing. The shaft on the motor was loose and vibrating loudly. Like I said, Rule makes a better blower. They're only about $22 or so for the 4".

 

[magster65]

Re: bilge blower motor

My bilge blower... and my computer fan have both gotten noisy before. A little drop of 3 in 1 oil on the bearing / bushing has quieted them both down. I think manufacturers leave them dry so you'll have to replace them more often.