[Public-List] Stuffing box in earlier Albergs

[Joe Traub]

Michael:  

If you remember our little "ordeal" on Zipalong a few years ago, access to the prop shaft hub and the stuffing box is through a hole via the port locker.  I assume a previous owner cut a hole that even Houdini would have trouble with.  But, it does allow access once inside and you are able to roll on your side.  With the deckplate removed, it does provide natural lighting in the service area.  If you want to pursue this option, let me know.  Would love to help you.  

Joe, Zipalong. #33

On Oct 17, 2013, at 8:37 AM, Michael Connolly <crufone at comcast.net> wrote:

> Arthur, 
> My boat #133 has a bronze deck plate mounted in the cockpit sole just aft of the bridge deck. I understood that was for access to adjust the shaft stuffing box.  Big problem I see is that there is only room enough to use a single wrench thru the deck plate.  So how does one use this access to adjust the stuffing box employing two wrenches? It seems to me that the original thought of using this deck plate for access is impractical. What have others discovered? 
> Michael 
> 
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> From: "Arthur Chotin" <art at legalprinters.com> 
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> Sent: Wednesday, October 16, 2013 11:51:39 AM 
> Subject: [Public-List] Stuffing box in earlier Albergs 
> 
> Having a problem with a stuffing box that is dripping way too 
> much...enough to create bilge issues. Is there any way to get to it 
> other than taking the steps out and hanging over the engine (Universal 
> Diesel)? My boat is Hull No. 167 so probably no additional stuffing box 
> on the rudder shaft. 
> 
> All advice is welcome! 
> 
> Arthur 
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