Stuffing box wrench size question

[yelkenli]

I am thinking it is about 3 inches long.

The picture above shows the length.
Also, I had plenty of room to insert a length of PVC pipe to push stuffing into the box, and feel there will still be room if elongated.
I don't think there is much twisting or lever force on the box.

 

[Tally Ho]

I am thinking it is about 3 inches long.

The picture above shows the length.
Also, I had plenty of room to insert a length of PVC pipe to push stuffing into the box, and feel there will still be room if elongated.
I don't think there is much twisting or lever force on the box.

Mostly a potential twisting force I think…if the stuffing box is too tight.

I you get a quality stuffing box hose from Buck Algonquin, and 4 quality hose clamps, I think you would be ok adding a 1” or less.

Greg

 

[Blitz]

I agree with Tally Ho. Purchase the quality correctly sized Buck Algonquin hose and while you are at it get their wrench. Buy it once and you'll have the correct tool for the job.