Sea Strainers Install ?
 

I'm installing sea strainers for my motors. The question I have from the experts (OSO Members), do they have to be installed below the water line?

The boat had none installed before.

Re: Sea Strainers Install ?
 

Its best to have them at or below the water line. This helps the supply to the sea pumps. In some boats I have had to mount them above just slightly. Once they were primed with water they didnt have a problem picking up water.

Also make sure you come into the top of the screen and pull water out under the screen.

John S. :D

Re: Sea Strainers Install ?
 

Should you also install a water shut off valve on them too ?

Re: Sea Strainers Install ?
 

Alot of people dont on a Bravo because its supposed to be at the transom. I atleast install them into the sea strainer and connect my incoming hose to that.

John S. :D

Re: Sea Strainers Install ?
 

run a ball valve before the strainer so you can turn off the valve when you're out and you need to clean debris out of the strainer.