[Public-List] Source of bilge water

[John Brugeman]

To anyone,

What is the drip rate for the stuffing box on the prop shaft when running?  I think I have tightened mine to tight because it is not dripping at all.  Previously, I was pumping about 2 gallons per week out of the bilge.  

Mermaid #305




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From: George Dinwiddie <gdinwiddie at alberg30.org>
To: Alberg 30 Public List -- open to all <public-list at lists.alberg30.org>
Sent: Thursday, June 4, 2009 7:44:52 PM
Subject: Re: [Public-List] Source of bilge water

thomascwcj at bellsouth.net wrote:
> While out in conditions today that had my A30 heeled over, although
> not enough to bury the rail, I noticed a build up of water in the
> bilge. Looking closer, while underway, I could see a steady trickle
> of water running down the leeward side of the bilge slightly behind
> the engine. When back at the slip in calm conditions, the trickle
> disappeared. I'm wondering if the cap rail is the culprit and may
> need to be rebedded. Any advice would be much appreciated.
> Chuck
> Resolute # 525

Chuck, it could also be the rudder post stuffing box.  See http://alberg30.org/maintenance/Steering/AccessToStuffingBox/ for easy access.

- George


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