Hi all -
I'm in the process of replacing my stern tube hose on my 84 O Day 26.After removing the coupler and the stuffing box assembly, I noticed a slight wear on the shaft .I was thinking if I replaced the 4" long hose with say a 5" long piece that would move the packing nut to new area of shaft. I was wondering if this was an old trick everybody uses or is it a bad idea for some reason . I have the room to accomplish this. I guess would like to hear the thoughts of somebody who did this Thank you
I'm in the process of replacing my stern tube hose on my 84 O Day 26.After removing the coupler and the stuffing box assembly, I noticed a slight wear on the shaft .I was thinking if I replaced the 4" long hose with say a 5" long piece that would move the packing nut to new area of shaft. I was wondering if this was an old trick everybody uses or is it a bad idea for some reason . I have the room to accomplish this. I guess would like to hear the thoughts of somebody who did this Thank you