Are these hoses durable enough to keep the water on all the time; wondering if I could attach this to a float for waterer?
1377472
The Pirit seems to be taking off in the RV/Camper/Campground world and we do leave them on all the time. I haven't used one in heat mode for more than a month yet though. You can get other brands but some are not considered safe for drinking "for humans". If I shouldn't drink from them, I wouldn't water my animals with them either.
1377473
We tried one last winter. It froze the first night we used it, so I sent it back. Didn't get a replacement so I don't know if we just got a bad one. It was so stiff it was difficult to handle. It just wasn't worth the hassle.
1377474
The hoses are quite heavy since they have so much wiring built into the sides. We kept the water on all the time, and when the thermostat was working, we were able to have water in the barn. Our problem was the hose stopped working after a few months and froze up at 25 degrees.
776057
If it is flopping on its side, then there is too much buoyancy. May need to take one of the floats off of the hose
1283251
Yes.......for floating on top of the water while sitting on something. Do not get them wet near the battery compartment or submerge them....it will ruin them.
1371543
yep as long as the water does not get over the top :) just be careful when you bend over :) they work great for me.
212153
Possible. But my experience is you lose a lot if water pressure in to the 2nd set. You could put a"y" on the water hose and put 1 string on each connections on the "y". That would keep pressure constant.
967849
Air gauge won't work on these due to the twist valve. I just go by feel . You'll need to adjust depending on water temp and heat of sun. Its no problem though. I love my boat.very stable...quick set to set up and break down.. its awesone for floating the river. Although its not recommended in the instruction manual. I only recommend securing the seat because if it slides back while on the water its almost impossible to fix. And a non level boat is difficult to row. I promise you won't be disappointed.
1157557
We have had 4 of us using them for 2 solid weeks in a lake, at least 5 hours a day. We had to top the air up once in the 2 weeks which was good. We haven't used them since in the last week and they are still pumped up full. We live on a lake in a no wake zone. I would say, these floats are the best we have ever had and we've had a few !
1135619
they told you right. if you have the permanent integrated float, just tie it straight up to the discharge line (make it look like a hot air balloon ) heavy zip ties or hose clamp. then just plug your sump into the bwc1. done. you need your float to stay made/on at all times.
1477980
Not guaranteed, but basically works like a toilet, when float is up, water stops. Haven't had any trouble w it sticking or overflowing. Very happy with this actually.
1781973
I've had my reel for 3 years and experienced no problems with the connection. This past year I left my hose and reel outside all winter, (drained all the water of course). Of course it all depends on if you're one of those persons who repeatedly unwinds the reel fully and then trys to pull a few more inches off of your hose! It's just not going to do that! The connection is durable but won't take constant abuse. I added a 3 foot section of hose to the original 3 foot and zip-tied the hose at the connection end to the reel frame. I still have the flexibility to move the reel but there is no strain on the connection. I'm on my 4th year and no leaks. I've had my reel for 3 years and experienced no problems with the connection. This past year I left my hose and reel outside all winter, (drained all the water of course). Of course it all depends on if you're one of those persons who repeatedly unwinds the reel fully and then trys to pull a few more inches off of your hose! It's just not going to do that! The connection is durable but won't take constant abuse. I added a 3 foot section of hose to the original 3 foot and zip-tied the hose at the connection end to the reel frame. I still have the flexibility to move the reel but there is no... » Read More I've had my reel for 3 years and experienced no problems with the connection. This past year I left my hose and reel outside all winter, (drained all the water of course). Of course it all depends on if you're one of those persons who repeatedly unwinds the reel fully and then trys to pull a few more inches off of your hose! It's just not going to do that! The connection is durable but won't take constant abuse. I added a 3 foot section of hose to the original 3 foot and zip-tied the hose at the connection end to the reel frame. I still have the flexibility to move the reel but there is no strain on the connection. I'm on my 4th year and no leaks. « Show Less
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Definitely, this thing is great. Uses a bit of water so attaching a hose is your best bet. Go for it you won't be sorry.
586112
I wouldn't count on it. They're not great quality. The work well but if splashed constantly. I doubt they'd hold up
920265
It is much thicker gauge construction then you would find for a pool float. It will hold up to sliding against some smooth river rock with some weight. Just know you are down and out if it pops.
217574
I think so. They are not made for the water but there are not stickers that would come off or anything that might be damaged from the water. I would just make sure to set them out to dry when you are finished with them.
1255399
There's nothing to permanently attach a hose to. Best you can do IMO is rig something.
1074339
I'm pretty sure it is, but don't buy them, unless you intend to keep them in a cool, moist environment when not in use. If they are left in a hot and/or dry condition for any period of time, the rubber dries out and ruptures when the hose is used. I had 4 of them and they all failed in less than one year.
624214
Yes, It's very durable, and I found it easy to pump up. It will loose air after sitting a while, but the pump is easy and works well. I take it out on the Guadalupe River, and it's perfect! Not a speed boat, but I don't go fast anyway! Love it!