Vashon_Trawler
Guru
- Joined
- Jun 13, 2013
- Messages
- 598
- Location
- USA
- Vessel Name
- M/V Sherpa
- Vessel Make
- 24' Vashon Diesel Cruiser
This isn't really a question but rather a plug and a thought... so I figured it was best to post here...
First, I must say kind words about Progressive Marine in St. Petersburg, FL. They did a signficant amount of work on my boat to include fiberglass repairs, painting, and mechanical. I am most pleased with my trawler's restoration and the quality of work performed--they are top notch!
Anyway, my stuffing box was dripping more than it should be and was adjusted today--needed about a half turn. The yard mentioned that I should consider a "dripless" shaft seal (DSS) in lieu of my traditional, older-style packing gland and stuffing box. Well, I've done the research and I've come across numerous articles about boats sinking because of dripless shaft seal failure--very concerning indeed! A 2007 article from Passage Maker about DSS really caught my attention!
I can deal with the very small amount of water in my bilge--perhaps I should stay with simplicity. DSS doesn't convince me.
First, I must say kind words about Progressive Marine in St. Petersburg, FL. They did a signficant amount of work on my boat to include fiberglass repairs, painting, and mechanical. I am most pleased with my trawler's restoration and the quality of work performed--they are top notch!
Anyway, my stuffing box was dripping more than it should be and was adjusted today--needed about a half turn. The yard mentioned that I should consider a "dripless" shaft seal (DSS) in lieu of my traditional, older-style packing gland and stuffing box. Well, I've done the research and I've come across numerous articles about boats sinking because of dripless shaft seal failure--very concerning indeed! A 2007 article from Passage Maker about DSS really caught my attention!
I can deal with the very small amount of water in my bilge--perhaps I should stay with simplicity. DSS doesn't convince me.