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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]] | 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]] | ||
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Revision as of 17:18, 9 April 2008
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? [[1]]
Tools to make the job easier. [[2]]
How to repack the Stuffing box. [[3]]
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.
How warm is too warm? [[4]]
Contents
Dripless packing for Stuffing Box
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Dripless Stuffing Box Replacment
This is not an endorsement of this brand, although several owners report excellent results. PYI Dripless Shaft Seal [[6]]
Flexable Coupling
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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