Found an inop bilge pump today - took it apart and the brushes were completely worn out. Since there are 8 of these Rule 2000 model 12 pumps aboard, I looked at the rule website and saw that they “do not sell parts for liability reasons”. I think they mean profitability reasons! New brushes should be $5 and Rule wants $152 list for a new pump.

The pump is like new except for the brushes. Has anyone figured out where to get replacement brushes? These pumps can be opened up in about 5-10 minutes to be inspected...and while I’m there I’ll put in new brushes if they can be found.