[C320-list] GFO and Leather Kits for Helms

[Chris Burti]

I ought to add that due to the self lubricating nature
of its composition, it can be tightened to a drip free
state and the packing gland will remain cool without
wear on the shaft.

Only the need to pull the speed transducer to prevent
algae growth on the paddle wheel and occasional
over-filling of the water tanks prevent dust bunnies
from collecting in the bilge.

--- Chris Burti <cburti at yahoo.com> wrote:

> GFO is a goretex based packing material. It is
> readily
> available at any local industrial supply for a few
> dollars. 1/4" size is recommeded.
> 
> --- June Bruce <brucestanley36 at hotmail.com> wrote:
> 
> > For the new devotees ... what is a GFO and where
> > can I get “WWW info” on same?
> > (Have I correctly picked up that it is to do with
> > the Stern Gland?).
> > 
> > hcreech at comcast.net wrote:
> > I replaced the packing with GFO and am very
> pleased,
> > no drips and no heat in 
> > the shaft. Pretty cool having a dripless packing
> > gland for only $15.00.
> > Herb Creech / Cloud Chaser #606
> > 
> > ALSO
> > Can you point me to the internet source for
> “leather
> > Cover Kits” for the 
> > helm?
> > 
> > Steve / Alchemist #909 WROTE:
> > I bought a leather cover kit from Boat Leather at
> > the Chicago
> > boat show a couple years ago.  I couldn't be
> happier
> > 
> > Thanks
> > Bruce Stanley
> > Fantastic Lady #1084 (my new C320 is still to
> > arrive) / Sydney Australia
> > 
> > 
> > 
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> Chris Burti
> "Commitment"
> Catalina 320, #867, 
> Farmville, NC
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Chris Burti
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Catalina 320, #867, 
Farmville, NC

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