While that reply was a little tongue and cheek, if the packing gland is to tight there is a lack of water to provide the necessary lubrication.
Phil Agur s/v Wing Tip Commodore, Call Sign WCW3485 IC27/270A MMSI 366901790 <http://www.catalina27.org> www.catalina27.org Vessel Doc# 1039809 -----Original Message----- From: [email protected] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of Nederhood, David Sent: Wednesday, November 22, 2006 2:18 PM To: [email protected] Subject: RE: catalina27-talk: RE: propeller drive shaft. Aqua: My only suggestion at this time would be do not "drive" the propeller shaft while she is out of the water, as it acts as a lubricant and coolant for the packing. Dave Impulsive Guilford, CT _____ From: [email protected] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of [EMAIL PROTECTED] Sent: Wednesday, November 22, 2006 4:59 PM To: [email protected] Subject: Re: catalina27-talk: RE: propeller drive shaft. Dear List Mates: I had the guy at the boat yard tighten the packing gland on the drive shaft. Now when the boat is in drive, there is a whistling sound. When I put the boat in neutral, the sound stops. When I put it in drive it makes the whistling sound, but when I increase the rpm's a little, the whistling stops. Could this sound be a result of tightening the packing gland to tight ? If Not, then what could be the problem ? The boat is a 1977 Catalina 27. Any suggestions are greatly appreciated. Thank you. Aqua Boogie C 27
