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Revision as of 03:25, 20 January 2009
Contents
General
The purpose of a stuffing box is to keep water from entering the boat thru the hole that a shaft (prop, rudder) exits the boat. Which is better, a traditional stuffing box or a dripless replacement?
How to repack the Stuffing box
It is possible to repacking the stuffing box while in the water. After unscrewing the packing nut from the shaft log, wrap a rag or strip of cloth around the shaft. Snug it up against the open shaft log and secure with a hose clamp or ziptie. Any water that enters the boat will be easily handled by the bilge pump.
Dripless packing for Stuffing Box
Dripless Stuffing Box Replacment
This is not an endorsement of this brand, although several owners report excellent results. PYI Dripless Shaft Seal
Flexible Coupling
Flexible Coupling Installation
Rudder Packing Gland
There is a Technote on replacement of the rudder shaft packing gland. Information can also be found on the Edson web site. www.edsonmarine.com
Also of Interest
There are over a dozen Technotes on Prop, shaft and the stuffing box
