bilge pump 3 way?

Post by **1lastcast** » Thu Jun 03, 2010 7:11 pm

I have a 18'legend xcal. The bilge is factory switched to a on/off rocker on the dash/helm. My question is: what would be the cheapest, easiest way to convert this to a 3 way bilge?

I know there are float switches that can be installed to convert the bilge to auto. But Id like to have the manual switch if needed? I also dont want to install a large after market switch on the dash panel.

Post by **moonshine** » Thu Jun 03, 2010 7:51 pm

i would buy the bilge with the float, then go to a Legend dealer to see if they have a 3 way replacement switch. another option is to wire the present switch to be on auto when in the off position.

Post by **1lastcast** » Thu Jun 03, 2010 8:41 pm

OK after looking online. I think my best option is to purchase a new pump with a built in auto switch. Now to find a 3 way rocker to replace my switch.

Is it possible that the currant bilge is in fact a auto bilge wired to a on/off switch?

Post by **moonshine** » Thu Jun 03, 2010 8:49 pm

if it is, it would have a float on the bottom of the pump. it may be already an auto bilge wired to come on automatically. mine is like that from factory(princecraft). in auto mode there needs to be a fair amount of water for it to come on.

Post by **moonshine** » Thu Jun 03, 2010 8:52 pm

just checked Legend website, the new xcalibers come with auto bilge