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DC pump recommendation

Two DC pumps have died on me with within six months of use. Can anyone recommend a durable 12 volt DC pump? My problems were not caused by low voltage, nor by clogging. Thus far, I've tried a Rule and a Johnson.

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Permalink Reply by Mark on October 21, 2012 at 6:48pm

Hi George, are these bilge pumps you used. I have been using fountain pumps made for continious use, mine are 110volts but they also have 12 volt fountain pumps. Check out Nextag they have a few different models. I must tell you though I dont run my pumps at night. But they have lasted almost a year now and they are some cheap china pumps.Good luck Mark

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Permalink Reply by George on October 22, 2012 at 6:03am

Hello Mark. Yep, they were bilge pumps. Will look at the fountain pumps. Thanks.