I needed something faster and self-contained that didn’t require a gasoline engine. I was tired of forgetting hoses, pumps, battery etc. Now all I have to do is fill the tote and go. Nothing to forget.

The pump is a Rule 1500 bilge pump. It requires a 1 1/8” bilge hose that will move some serious water. Also I wanted to attach the pump to the bottom of the tote and still be able to remove it if needed. I had a half gallon pump up sprayer that was the perfect size for the pump to fit in. I cut the top off and cut a slit for the hose. I screwed the sprayer to an old cutting board that would serve as the base. All in all this seem to be heavy duty and something that could withstand tough terrain and water sloshing around inside the tank. Now all had to do was get this bilge holder glued to the bottom of the tote. First I used epoxy that ended up not sticking. Then went to window and siding adhesive that has worked so far. Hopefully the pics will make it easier to follow.

Everything fits inside the tank, power cord, hose, everything. Both power cord and bilge hose attach to pipe straps for easy access. Power cord is long enough to clamp direct to the truck battery. I didn’t want to chance a cigarette plug. Note all of this must be able to fit inside the 5" lid.