I got to see the Milwaukee pump in action today,it does the job well enough, but it does not completely leave the bilge dry. You definitely need to sponge up the remaining bit of water.
Neal
Being in the marine trade I am partial to spar varnish., but I am sure that's banned in California.
There is a product we use called Cetol in place of traditional varnish. You put on approximately 4 coats,no sanding in between coats then lightly sand then two coats of clear. It comes in...
I really can't add to much this conversation that hasn't been already said...I put in a racor fuel/water separator in,it has solved my problem with the ethanol fuel. Today was my last day on the salt for ducks,was able to scratch out a couple of black ducks. Good luck tomorrow!!