Dakota Fred borrows a bigger pump but he forgets to make sure he has the correct male to female fittings.
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Gold Rush Alaska: Water Pump Goof
Dakota Fred borrows a bigger pump but he forgets to make sure he has the correct male to female fittings.
Added: Feb 16, 2011
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Runtime: 01:05
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