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shaft packing
Posted: Sat Jun 04, 2022 8:45 am
by lobsta1
Does anyone remember what size packing for a 1 3/8 shaft? Last time I bought packing was in 2006 so I just don't remember.
Thanks
Al
Re: shaft packing
Posted: Sun Jun 05, 2022 6:49 am
by mouldrp
Bertram manual calls for 1/4” packing.
I recommend Gortex GFO packing. I just replaced mine after 17 years and it still looked good.
I also adjust for minimum to no drip. Although no drip is not recommend, the proof is in 17 years with no visible ware to the shafts and cool to the touch at cruise.
Hope this helps.
Re: shaft packing
Posted: Sun Jun 05, 2022 6:53 am
by mouldrp
Sorry, didn’t register the 1 3/8” shaft part. Mine are 1 1/2”
Not sure of recommend packing size.
Re: shaft packing
Posted: Sun Jun 05, 2022 7:03 am
by mouldrp
Use 5/16” packing for 1 3/8” shafts.
Still recommend Gortex GFO packing.
Re: shaft packing
Posted: Sun Jun 05, 2022 8:10 am
by lobsta1
Thanks for the replies. I heartily agree on the Goretex. I switched to that in 2006. Since I have the shaft out, I pulled the GFO packing yesterday. It looks brand new & is 5/16.
Thanks Al