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Stuffing box 1-1/4″ Shaft Bronze
The 1-1/4″ Bronze stuffing box is used on stern tubes and rudders alike (also known as a rudder stock). made from wear resistant gun metal LG2. Gland packing is added and compressed with the ‘Top hat’ and creates an air/water tight seal between the casting and prop shaft. Easily serviceable and long lasting.
Further detail on stuffing boxes is found here