When I test my stuffing box at the dock it drips when the shaft is turning - I haven't counted the exact number of drips per minute but it is more than the 2-3 drops recommended. Maybe double that number. I recently checked it while sailing (with the shaft freewheeling) and then wh...
I used some plywood scraps and a 4″ square piece of box aluminum (ebay) to make the platform and riser. I tucked it in as tight as possible to the rudder shaft so the Sabre quadrant/steering covers would not interfere. I also made it easily removable from the base in case the steeri...
Lasdrop dripless shaft sealsare the answer for an easily installed replacement to the original stuffing box on nearly any boat. Once installed, there is virtually no maintenance required. The “Original” Bellows and Generation II models will last as long as eight to ten years before servicing,...
Boat propeller shaftThe bowl-shaped component (6) prevents drainage of a stuffing box (5) with a water-lubricated bearing at the propeller casing (3) inner end.O L * SELLMAN
Some boats rely on set-screws to pinch the flex shaft in place. Set screws are prone to loosening and can damage the flex shaft—that's not the Traxxas way. Spartan features a clamping collet that holds the cable tightly and centers it perfectly with the motor's output shaft for smooth,...
-New Shaft Log -New Fin -New Strut and Strut Bearing -New Rudder -New Rudder Stuffing Box, Back Plate, Safety collar, Tiller Arm and Tiller Post Bracket -Polishing of Rudder, Strut and Fin -New set of eight Gage’s -Bolts for under water hardware -Reconditioned Prop -Rebuild of Starter...
Looks like there’s a leak happening around the helm shaft located behind the steering wheel. How to Troubleshoot If you’re experiencing a leak around the helm, it’s likely that it needs to be serviced and re-sealed. However, it’s important to note that this is not a DIY job unles...
Re-Packing A Traditional Stuffing Box Engines Installing a PSS Shaft Seal Gallery Installing a PSS Shaft Seal Drive Train Proper Installation Of Double Hose Clamps Gallery Proper Installation Of Double Hose Clamps Seacocks, Strainers & Hose Clamps ...
12 Stuffing Box Cast Iron 13 Expeller 27% Chrome White Iron 14 Expeller Ring Natural Rubber 15 Bolts Zinc Plated Steel 16 O-rings Nitrile Rubber 17 Seals Rubber No. Part Description Material Specification 1 Base Cast Iron 2 Shaft 4140 High Tensile Steel* 3 Bearing Assembly Timken (Ca...
摘要:I am in the process of replacing my propeller shaft and repacking my stuffing box. I would also like to replace the rubber gaiter. Is itrnacceptable to use exhaust hose such as SureFlowrnhose for this application?rnThis is very important. The flexible hose that some glands fit between...