Topic: 96 pantera classic live well…

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May 22, 2013 at 7:07 pm #429687

Shorty Ribbons
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Hey, I just got my first boat and proud to say its a basscat. Its a 96 pantera with a 200 mercury EFI. I went to a tourny last weekend and had problems getting my livewell filled. The push/pull lever to fill and empty did not seem to be working at all. What are my options? IM not even exactly sure if I have a live well fill pump.. The recirc did move some water around when I turned it on and I was able to keep my 4.67 alive till I got the the weigh in. Any kind of info would be great. A friend told me we mite need to add a fill pump but drilling into the hull is the last thing I want to do.

May 22, 2013 at 8:43 pm #429688

Scott Crumpler
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You certainly should have a fill pump, but it might be shot. They should be all cartridge style I think, which means you can give the black top a twist counter-clockwise and it should pop out and a new one can just pop in the same way. You should be able to identify the correct pumps by looking at the back of the livewell from under the back deck lid that gives access to batteries, bilge, etc.

May 22, 2013 at 11:36 pm #429689

jignpig
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On a boat of that age he might not have a fill pump other than aerator. If he has a “pro aeration” system, it would have a switch for “livewell fill” and one to empty as well. Also, if he has the old “push/pull” lever beside the seat, the flapper valve may need repair/replace. You could check with the factory about a part for that. You can also check the FAQ section for tips on a lot of the older equipment. I run older cats and use the FAQ section as well.96 Eyra/12 Mercury 175 Pro XS with 2015 single axle trailer2017 Victory Gunner

May 22, 2013 at 11:49 pm #429690

Bass Cat Boats
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jignpig wrote:On a boat of that age he might not have a fill pump other than aerator. If he has a “pro aeration” system, it would have a switch for “livewell fill” and one to empty as well. Also, if he has the old “push/pull” lever beside the seat, the flapper valve may need repair/replace. You could check with the factory about a part for that. You can also check the FAQ section for tips on a lot of the older equipment. I run older cats and use the FAQ section as well.All good points!

May 23, 2013 at 1:47 am #429691

Bass Cat Boats
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Visit the FAQ section or search here for more information and these guys set you straight.

May 27, 2013 at 5:30 pm #429692

Shorty Ribbons
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Yes I ahve the push pull lever on mounted next to the throttle. I will check and see if the flapper is stuck.. thanks for the replys
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