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Forum: Engines and Propulsion Systems

20-12-2014, 03:06

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Radiator Hose used as Stuffing Box Hose

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Posted By sanibel sailor

Re: Radiator Hose used as Stuffing Box Hose

that would involve pulling the shaft out of the coupling which is typically quite a task, depending on coupling type.

Forum: Engines and Propulsion Systems

19-12-2014, 07:19

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Radiator Hose used as Stuffing Box Hose

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Posted By sanibel sailor

Re: Radiator Hose used as Stuffing Box Hose

I have thought that jamming some modelling clay around the prop shaft in the cutlass bearing would be a good leak stopper.

Forum: Engines and Propulsion Systems

19-12-2014, 07:08

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Radiator Hose used as Stuffing Box Hose

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Posted By sanibel sailor

Re: Radiator Hose used as Stuffing Box Hose

Doesn't matter- different deal, dripless is nearly frictionless and puts minimal torsion stress on the bellows, stuffing box packing gland works by friction and needs a stiff hose.

Forum: Engines and Propulsion Systems

19-12-2014, 03:17

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Radiator Hose used as Stuffing Box Hose

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Posted By sanibel sailor

Re: Radiator Hose used as Stuffing Box Hose

I would be reluctant to use it. Poor burst strength. It needs to be hardwall. If it tears, the boat sinks, with no easy way to staunch the leak. Hardwall exhaust hose is a good substitute if you...

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