View Single Post
Old 08-11-2015, 12:18 PM   #9
kapnd
Guru
 
kapnd's Avatar
 
City: hawaii
Vessel Name: #31
Vessel Model: ex-Navy MUB 50 fish/cruise
Join Date: Aug 2013
Posts: 873
Quote:
Originally Posted by Brooksie View Post
I'd like to have you as a mooring neighbor.

Remind your dockmate that when he replaces his stuffing box hose/hoses, that they should ONLY be the proper 8 ply stuff from Buck Algonquin. Not exhaust hose which is quite often used in error.

Packing Box Hoses - Heavy Duty On Buck Algonquin

Packing Box Hoses - Heavy Duty - 12" Section On Buck Algonquin

The 12" pieces are meant to be cut in 4" to 6" pieces, not to extend the distance.

The shaft often is not well centered in the log, in which case it is better to use a long piece of hose to allow "self alignment" without tight spots between the shaft and packing.
Every application needs to be carefully assesed, and properly dealt with.
That said, shortest practical length is obviously best.
kapnd is offline   Reply With Quote