Stuffing Tube Installation

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  • davidshaw57
    Junior Member
    • Jan 2020
    • 20

    #1

    Stuffing Tube Installation

    I am using a 1/4 ? stuffing tube in a flex shaft application. I want to use a sleeve that penetrates the hull. What size sleeve is required to fit over the stuffing tube snugly.
    For water tightness I will solder where they overlap , this will allow me to have the ability to remove the stuffing shaft for replacement and not effect the hull penetration .
    Your input would be appreciated.
    Last edited by davidshaw57; 01-17-2020, 10:27 AM. Reason: Misworded
  • fweasel
    master of some
    • Jul 2016
    • 4279

    #2
    If it's KnS brass tube, 5/16" is the next size up that will slip over a 1/4" tube. I do the same thing with sleeves to make it easier to change tubes in the future if necessary. No need to solder. A light smear of silicone as the inner tube slips into place is all that's needed to keep the water out.
    Vac-U-Tug Jr (13mph)

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    • davidshaw57
      Junior Member
      • Jan 2020
      • 20

      #3
      Thank you for the info the silicone is a much easier method.

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