Air pump

[Kevsf350]

I would like to replace air pump in storage compartment on my 2002 246 any suggestions?

[ajcampen]

I would like to replace air pump in storage compartment on my 2002 246 any suggestions?

go with the $20 yellow pumps by airhead. i've had it several years and it is great.

https://www.cabelas.com/product/Airhead ... lsrc=aw.ds

[Kevsf350]

Ok thanks I’ll give them a try !

[AsLan7]

I would like to replace air pump in storage compartment on my 2002 246 any suggestions?

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Yes, toss the factory pump that comes with the boat. It’s a piece of crap.

I use one similar to AJc’s except we keep it permanently connected to the cockpit remote battery terminals using the alligator clips. The pump is a beast.

AirHead air pump on Amazon

In any event, so glad you found us. Any pics of your baby?

...and welcome aboard mate!
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[ATX Cobalt]

I bought a ryobi cordless inflater this season and love it.

[Norris_Boating]

I bought a ryobi cordless inflater this season and love it.

Damn I hate this site! I always spend more money!
Nice find, going to have to give this a shot!

[AsLan7]

I bought a ryobi cordless inflater this season and love it.

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The only issue with these air drills to be careful about is over-inflation. The air head pumps are specifically designed to not over-inflate. The red exhaust valve will open when the correct inflation is reached. (under inflation can also wreak havoc on boat tubes). Your tubes will last much longer with this feature as they are inflated to the correct level every time.

The other option would be to get that AirHead protective tube piece and adapt it to the Ryobi.

Btw, both style pumps are LOUD.
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[Kevsf350]

Thanks for all the help going to go with the airhead from amazon Just purchased 2002 246 loving it so far

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[trs23]

The airhead with alligator clips is the best! Highly recommended.

[ryandmartin]

For the airhead with the alligator clips, where are you guys connecting it? I ended up purchasing it, but then couldn’t find any remote terminal connections. So, outside of directly connecting it to the battery (which is a pain), I can’t figure out a better solution.

[AsLan7]

For the airhead with the alligator clips, where are you guys connecting it? I ended up purchasing it, but then couldn’t find any remote terminal connections. So, outside of directly connecting it to the battery (which is a pain), I can’t figure out a better solution.

Is your engine hatch powered?

With the power hatches, extra terminals are located in the cockpit next to the battery switch. This allows folks to raise the hatch when the batteries are removed (or dead). It also works great for connecting that pump.

With manual hatches this isn’t necessary.

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[ryandmartin]

Shoot, that setup is exactly what I was hoping for. I don’t have a powered hatch, though, so I don’t have the terminals there. Will keep looking to see if i can find a convenient setup.

[Big Block Power]

Just add a 12v outlet in back so you can plug it in back there.

[AsLan7]

Just add a 12v outlet in back so you can plug it in back there.

He has the Alligator clips.
He’ll either return or splice.
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[Big Block Power]

Just add a 12v outlet in back so you can plug it in back there.

He has the Alligator clips.
He’ll either return or splice.
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Oh I missed the purchase part. Thanks.