stuffing box

[jkirchner1503]

I am replacing the cutless bearing on an 89 hunter 28', should I replace the stuffing box too?

[Sailmonkey]

not unless it's corroded beyond recognition. But you should repack it as long as the boat is out of the water.

[DennisM]

Or replace it with a dripless.

[Blue Stocking]

'89--the thing is still a baby. If it doesn't show any damage, save yourself a hundred or so.