05 SANTE Replacement Pump

[Nick Heimer]

I'm wondering if anyone has suggestions on a replacement fill pump for the rear ballast?

My starboard side is dead, and I'm thinking I might just replace the port as well. Not sure if I should go Tsunami 800GPH, upgrade to 1200, or try a Johnson?

[obd666]

i changed mine out several seasons ago to rule 1100's and have been happy with them. i had to change out the mounting brackets too though, so you might stick with one that uses that same mount for convenience.

[a0128]

The Tsunami 1200 will have 1 1/2" inlet and outlet whereas the 800 has 3/4" If you go the 1200 route you will need to come up with some reducer fittings to accommodate your existing hose size. The Rule 1100 uses 3/4" connections so it may be a better fit than the Tsunami pumps.

[jkallen21]

you sure it's dead and not just stuck? If you're not sure, swap the power from starboard to port and see what happens.

[Nick Heimer]

Thanks guys.

I did try the power swap with port side. When I pulled it apart it was pretty gummed up and didn't move very well.

I think I'm going to order the Tsunami 800, just for the sake of convince. It looks like it should mount the same and work with all my existing fitting. Only $25 on wakemakers right now.

[obd666]

I think I'm going to order the Tsunami 800, just for the sake of convince. It looks like it should mount the same and work with all my existing fitting. Only $25 on wakemakers right now.

good call, should work fine for you.

[cguse13]

1 of the pumps on my 05 had to be replaced last year. I ended up doing the same thing just purchased the 800. I did take the money i saved and bought a couple extra quick connects and put them at the pumps so i could use the pumps on either side if one quite working by switching the hose