How to Pick and Swap a Replacement Livewell Pump

Finding out your bait is belly-up because you need a replacement livewell pump is a quick way to ruin a Saturday morning on the water. It always seems to happen right when the bite is heating up, and suddenly you're scrambling to keep your expensive shrimp or minnows alive with a bucket and a prayer. If you've spent any time on a boat, you know that pumps are essentially "wear items"—they aren't meant to last forever, and the harsh marine environment does them no favors. ...

May 4, 2026 · 7 min · Albarran Ard