Bait tank Question - Kayak Fishing Adventures on Big Water’s Edge

Jimmyz123 · 12-08-2010, 09:48 AM

I'm looking forward to the replies on this one. I'm just starting to build my tank.

JoeBeck · 12-08-2010, 10:00 AM

I've used a 6V for years and it typically runs all day. I do have a spare for those rare occasions. I do not have it on a timer, just a switch behind me that I turn off and on. I have never wished I had a timer for my bait tank. Until my new bait tank I did not have a drain plug though and often wished I had that. It is a nice feature to be able to drain your tank before landing. 41lb less that needs to dragged onto the beach.

Jim Sammons LJKF · 12-08-2010, 10:15 AM

Igloo cooler drains work perfect on the bait tanks and is what I used to put on the custom tanks I built.

kareem korn · 12-08-2010, 11:21 AM

To decrease the flow I removed the cover turned on the pump and held a file to the impeller and shaved some off.

Siebler · 12-08-2010, 02:34 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Jim Sammons LJKF

Igloo cooler drains work perfect on the bait tanks and is what I used to put on the custom tanks I built.

I second that, Thats why we stock them at OEX. Great bait tank drains.

jorluivil · 12-08-2010, 03:26 PM

Battery: 6v for me...never had an issue with the battery running low. As far as the timer goes I never had one and never really found a reason to install one. Once I start heading in I just turn off the pump and it will drain on its own.......I guess it's just a matter of preference.

GregAndrew · 12-08-2010, 07:08 PM

I have never run a fully charged 6v 12a battery down in a single outing. I run mine continuously with no timer on an 800 gph pump. I have run them dry on the second day though, so I have 2 to keep one on the charger. Depending on the draw of your particular pump, I would say at least 12 hours run time.

Tman · 12-08-2010, 07:55 PM

I just made one out of the Vittle as well and agree with Joe, add an on/off switch, it will increase battery life as you can always easily turn the pump off when not in use.

12-08-2010, 10:15 AM	#3
Jim Sammons LJKF Senior Member Join Date: Mar 2005 Location: San Diego CA Posts: 947	Igloo cooler drains work perfect on the bait tanks and is what I used to put on the custom tanks I built. __________________ Jim Sammons La Jolla Kayak Fishing The Kayak Fishing Show JimSammons.com

12-08-2010, 07:55 PM	#8
Tman BRTF...bought & paid... Join Date: Mar 2005 Posts: 1,247	I just made one out of the Vittle as well and agree with Joe, add an on/off switch, it will increase battery life as you can always easily turn the pump off when not in use. __________________ Adios Tman Gaffer for Clay the Fishcatcher

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12-08-2010, 09:48 AM	#1
Jimmyz123 Senior Member Join Date: Mar 2010 Location: San Diego Posts: 2,385	I'm looking forward to the replies on this one. I'm just starting to build my tank.

12-08-2010, 10:00 AM	#2
JoeBeck Senior Member Join Date: Nov 2008 Location: San Diego Posts: 370	I've used a 6V for years and it typically runs all day. I do have a spare for those rare occasions. I do not have it on a timer, just a switch behind me that I turn off and on. I have never wished I had a timer for my bait tank. Until my new bait tank I did not have a drain plug though and often wished I had that. It is a nice feature to be able to drain your tank before landing. 41lb less that needs to dragged onto the beach.

12-08-2010, 11:21 AM	#4
kareem korn Senior Member Join Date: May 2006 Location: C-bad Posts: 431	To decrease the flow I removed the cover turned on the pump and held a file to the impeller and shaved some off.

12-08-2010, 03:26 PM	#6
jorluivil Senior Member Join Date: Apr 2010 Posts: 6,856	Battery: 6v for me...never had an issue with the battery running low. As far as the timer goes I never had one and never really found a reason to install one. Once I start heading in I just turn off the pump and it will drain on its own.......I guess it's just a matter of preference.

12-08-2010, 07:08 PM	#7
GregAndrew Senior Member Join Date: Mar 2009 Posts: 2,384	I have never run a fully charged 6v 12a battery down in a single outing. I run mine continuously with no timer on an 800 gph pump. I have run them dry on the second day though, so I have 2 to keep one on the charger. Depending on the draw of your particular pump, I would say at least 12 hours run time.