[Public-List] Stern tube replacement

[George Dinwiddie]

Michael

Michael Taylor wrote:
> I am looking for a source of silicon bronze tubing to replace the
> stern tube on #231.  On inspection about 30% of the threaded
> circumference where the stern bearing housing attaches fell off in my
> hand on cleaning.  Otherwise it looked fine!  I only seem to be able
> to source long lengths.  Anyone have any suggestions.

Bronze can be tough to find, but I've found metal pieces on Ebay 
(http://business.shop.ebay.com/Metals-Alloys-/29402/i.html?_npmv=3) and 
many of those providers have other offcuts (or can custom cut) what you 
need.

  - George


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