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Bob, the “straw” is submerged, but only about a quarter inch. If it is not submerged, the pressure of the water squirting into the tank draws in air and causes bubbles. So now when the power fails, that approximate quarter inch of water is siphoned into the sump before the tube starts to suck...
Still wanting to just use a “pisser” siphon break, I drilled the hole out to ¼ inch. Still had too many bubbles being drawn into the tank. I know some members have this type of siphon break on their tanks, but I can only guess that the pressure I have is too great. Even with fixing the siphon...
I don’t actually remember the costs, but looking at what is there, here’s a ballpark number.
Dimensional lumber $30
1 sheet ¾ 4 x 8 Plywood $30
2 sheets 3/8 4 x 8 Plywood $45
Miscellaneous hardware $20
The doors I made from scrap lumber I had in the shop….3/4 pine with...