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Forum: Engines and Propulsion Systems

19-12-2013, 10:50

Replies: 39

A problem with a Bristol 32

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Posted By MarkSF

Re: A problem with a Bristol 32

One problem : the PSS coupling is already leaking, with it's current adjustment. What happens when you move the rotor 1/4" forward? Potentially, a massive leak, that's what.

Forum: Engines and Propulsion Systems

19-12-2013, 09:56

Replies: 39

A problem with a Bristol 32

Views: 11,893

Posted By MarkSF

Re: A problem with a Bristol 32

The fact that the PSS coupling is leaking suggests something moved. At this stage, I'd be most worried about what's going on with it.

Forum: Engines and Propulsion Systems

19-12-2013, 09:36

Replies: 39

A problem with a Bristol 32

Views: 11,893

Posted By MarkSF

Re: A problem with a Bristol 32

So this boat is currently on the hard? and you're debating whether to fix it?

The question is, what happened to the rotor on the PSS coupling? Either it moved, in which case the rotor is no longer...

Forum: Engines and Propulsion Systems

19-12-2013, 09:02

Replies: 39

A problem with a Bristol 32

Views: 11,893

Posted By MarkSF

Re: A problem with a Bristol 32

My guess is that when the shaft moved, the PSS seal is now trying to seal on a rough, corroded, section of the shaft - so the seal is poor (and probably damaged)

This is what a coupler looks like...

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