Jeff, As you mentioned earlier, this topic shows up every so often.
As a PSS user, I am obviously biased. The stuck graphite face was an issue in older designs (the unvented type). The Volvo version of the dripless seal still requires burping. I can imagine that if I were to sail around the world, I might prefer the traditional stuffing box (the maintenance is easier and the spare parts can be fabricated by a skilled blacksmith (😉)), but if you sail in the area where spare parts are generally available, the dripless solution is completely reliable. I am happy with my dry bilge. Marek 1994 C270 Legato Ottawa, ON From: Jeffrey A. Laman via CnC-List <cnc-list@cnc-list.com> Sent: Tuesday, July 13, 2021 9:25 AM To: Steve Thomas via CnC-List <cnc-list@cnc-list.com> Cc: Jeffrey A. Laman <jlam...@outlook.com> Subject: Stus-List Re: Stuffing Box Let's exclude power boats -- an entirely different environment and demand on the hardware. Jeff L.
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