Adding a sideways pee-hole

[Nos4r2]

My merc 50 blueband is a shortshaft and I can't see the pee stream from the wheel whilst moving as it's too low down and hidden by the stern.<br /><br />Is there enough water pressure or any likelyhood of it working if I add a T-piece into the telltale hose and put a sideways peehole in too?<br /><br />It'd be nice to be able to see that I'm pumping water ok whilst moving.

 

[WillyBWright]

Re: Adding a sideways pee-hole

Just connect a long hose and have it pee on your foot. Wet foot? Happy motor!

 

[Wellcraft 89]

Re: Adding a sideways pee-hole

you could add a water pressure guage at the helm.<br />.But don't forget to drain the hose in the winter.<br /><br />Rich

 

[Nos4r2]

Re: Adding a sideways pee-hole

that's not a bad idea but I'd rather not cut any more holes in my dash. Is it possible to get a water pressure alarm instead?

 

[Chinewalker]

Re: Adding a sideways pee-hole

Hi Nos,<br /> The hose that leads to the telltale can very easily be re-routed whereever you want it to go. You can drill and tap for a small brass fitting on the top of the cowling if you really wanted to. ..<br />- Scott

 

[Nos4r2]

Re: Adding a sideways pee-hole

that'd really get on the nerves of a skier as it sprays in their face!<br /><br />If there's enough water pressure behind the telltale to do that then I'll just move it to the side then. <br /><br />Much appreciated.