1984 30-2 questions

[Naitaka2]

Hi all!
This is my first post as I just bought a 1984 Yamaha 30-2 and this forum is full of helpful advice, so was wondering does anyone have experience with the drive shaft seal(stuffing box)? Ie, what size cord do I need, and does anyone have a copy of the manual for this model with the motor under the companionway?
Thanks kindly!

 

[jssailem]

Welcome to the SBO forum. Congrats on the boat.
The stuffing box for your boat is pretty universal design. Here is a good discussion about the stuffing box.

Re-Packing A Traditional Stuffing Box - Marine How To

The Stuffing Box (click any image to see a larger version) While digging around in some old boat parts boxes I found a stuffing box from an older sailboat. I though it would be a good time to rig it up

marinehowto.com

Your flax size is dependent on the shaft size or stuffing box nut size. 1/8” (3.175 mm) or 1/4” (6.35 mm) are possible as the boat description likely does not have a giant shaft and 100hp motor. At a cost (less that a cup of coffee) for a package at the boat store (chandler) you could buy one of each and return the one that is a bad fit.

Good luck. You found a good sailing boat.

 

[Naitaka2]

Thanks! I will have a look at that. This boat hasn't been in the water for 10 yrs, but has been well cared for by the previous owner who bought it new, so hope I don't have too many surprises.