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stoneroller
Wed, 3rd Nov 2010, 05:32 PM
I purchased a few extra float switches in my last shipment. $9 each. reversible, 4 ft leads.

Thanks to Apedroza I have been using this DIY topoff setup for years. I tie these into an extension cord and plug in an aqualifter pump (<$15) to deliver topoff water to my sump --- on the cheap. Very reliable but you can set up two -- one a little higher than the other -- for redundancy. I also use the extra plastic blinds from my shades for the mounting bracket. Heat it up with a hair dryer and bend to shape -- custom fit! I have a bunch left over if you need one. You'll also need wire nuts, airline tubing and a water jug.

DO NOT plug into high voltage or amp equipment -- like a :lightbulb: -- to test! I'll use a voltmeter before you leave...

PM with questions.

http://i140.photobucket.com/albums/r10/stoneroller/switch.jpg

Just minutes from Cabela's...

stoneroller
Fri, 19th Nov 2010, 09:22 AM
TTT

glennr1978
Fri, 19th Nov 2010, 03:48 PM
Will you ship one to corpus?

stoneroller
Sun, 21st Nov 2010, 05:59 PM
I can but you'd have to pay shipping costs. PM address and we can talk

glennr1978
Mon, 22nd Nov 2010, 12:32 AM
PM sent.