Anyone have a recommendation on a wash down system?

[mauryc]

While I'm here at work waiting to get home and get back to my transom repair, I was thinking about the raw water washdown I've been wanting to install. Do I buy the kit with the hose and everything or just get a pump and fabricate everything else myself? And while I'm asking questions, what size pump do I need?
Thanks gentlemen,

Maury

[tsubaki]

The kit's usually come with the correct size nozzle in the sprayer relative to the pump size and hose length.
You may consider one with an "on demand" pressure switch then wired thru a toggle switch at the dash.
The pressure aspect instead of gpm output may be more suited for a simple washdown.
Let me look.

[tsubaki]

Offshore Angler® Wash Down Pump Kit




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Cost 38-528-016-00 WASH DOWN PUMP KIT4.5 GPM$129.99
From Bass Pro Shops

[tsubaki]

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Jabsco Par-Max 4 Washdown/Livewll Pump


Designed and tested for both fresh and salt water use, the Par-Max 4 provides the ultimate in high performance washdown and livewell applications.

Mfr # 317000092 Our Stock # 357400506
$174.99


Designed and tested for both fresh and salt water use, the Par-Max 4 provides the ultimate in high performance washdown and livewell applications. Self-priming up to 10 feet, run-dry capability, and special waterproof coating on the motor and sealed pressure switch ensure maximum performance in the harsh marine environment. Includes a Par spray nozzle and Pumpgard strainer. Pump provides 4.3 GPM of water flow.

About the same from Boaters World

[tsubaki]

I'm almost sure the coil hoses don't come with them.
Both usually come with hose fittings and barbed fittings as to what your choice is to use.