Doesn't that kind of interfere with accessing the packing gland?

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Karin Conover-Lewis
Fair and Balanced since 1959
klc dot lewis at centurytel dot net


"Rick Itenson" wrote in message
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On Mon, 07 Jun 2004 13:36:22 -0400, Ryk
wrote:



What is the received wisdom on servicing packed stuffing boxes? Can
you repack without hauling?

I've repacked mine a few times while she's in the water. Just get
some bicycle inner tube rubber and wrap it tight around the shaft and
the stern tube. Stops all the water from coming in.
Rick Itenson
La Belle Aurore
Toronto