When engine is running in or out of gear the packing gland has no drip. Is this something to be concerned about. If so, what can I do to get it to start dripping?
Stuffing Box/Packing Gland
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Is it a traditional flax packed gland and with what is it packed?
A typical gland packed with "dripless" flax should allow a small amount to drip while turning but not while idle.
A typical gland packed with "dripless" flax should allow a small amount to drip while turning but not while idle.
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Without getting into this vast arena, the single most important detail to be observed is that the gland is running cool. If this is the case, dripping will not accomplish anything further other than a wet, stinking bilge
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Without getting into this vast arena, the single most important detail to be observed is that the gland is running cool. If this is the case, dripping will not accomplish anything further other than a wet, stinking bilge
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