{"product_id":"shaft-packing-dripless-3-16-x-2-feet-gfo-3-16x24","title":"Shaft Packing Dripless 3\/16\" x 2 Feet GFO-3\/16X24","description":"\u003ch3 data-end=\"104\" data-start=\"59\" data-section-id=\"pfmyih\"\u003eGFO Fiber Packing for Shafts and Rudders: 2 Foot Piece 3\/16\"\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(26, 17, 187);\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.myinboardmarine.com\/products\/shaft-packing-dripless-3-16-x-2-feet-gfo-3-16x24?_pos=1\u0026amp;_sid=b1fb273f8\u0026amp;_ss=r\" title='Shaft Packing Dripless 3\/16\" x 2 Feet GFO-3\/16X24' style=\"color: rgb(26, 17, 187);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFor 1\/4\" Click Here\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-end=\"504\" data-start=\"106\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"218\" data-start=\"106\" data-section-id=\"17jc8j4\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-end=\"137\" data-start=\"108\"\u003eHigh thermal conductivity\u003c\/strong\u003e: GFO fiber packing is four times more thermally efficient than traditional flax.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"378\" data-start=\"219\" data-section-id=\"1xx0745\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-end=\"263\" data-start=\"221\"\u003eMinimal need for sea water lubrication\u003c\/strong\u003e: Unlike flax, GFO doesn't swell or shrink, which helps control leakage and ensures your bilge stays dry and clean.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"504\" data-start=\"379\" data-section-id=\"vgxi2z\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-end=\"401\" data-start=\"381\"\u003eReliable sealing\u003c\/strong\u003e: It’s flexible and conforms to the shaft or rudder, making it effective for stopping persistent leaks.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-end=\"541\" data-start=\"506\" data-section-id=\"oi23ph\"\u003ePacking Size and Compatibility:\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul data-end=\"844\" data-start=\"542\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"690\" data-start=\"542\" data-section-id=\"16e8w6q\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-end=\"561\" data-start=\"544\"\u003e3\/16\" packing\u003c\/strong\u003e is typically used for 1-1\/8\" shafts (found in many boats, including Nautiques before 2002, as well as other brands like Malibu).\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"844\" data-start=\"691\" data-section-id=\"e1y8s2\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-end=\"720\" data-start=\"693\"\u003eException for 1\" shafts\u003c\/strong\u003e: Correct Craft boats made before 2002 used 3\/16\" packing, while 2002 Ski Nautiques (direct drive) switched to 1\/4\" packing.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-end=\"863\" data-start=\"846\" data-section-id=\"1uj6tmo\"\u003eInstallation:\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul data-end=\"1261\" data-start=\"864\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"930\" data-start=\"864\" data-section-id=\"1dqtncp\"\u003eThe installation process is similar to traditional flax packing.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"1092\" data-start=\"931\" data-section-id=\"546rai\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-end=\"958\" data-start=\"933\"\u003eHow to determine size\u003c\/strong\u003e: Measure the inner diameter (I.D.) of the stuffing box and the outer diameter (O.D.) of the shaft to select the correct packing size.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"1261\" data-start=\"1093\" data-section-id=\"1xqmk4h\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-end=\"1122\" data-start=\"1095\"\u003e1 foot of 3\/16\" packing\u003c\/strong\u003e generally provides 3 wraps for the rudder packing nut, though some cases may require 4 wraps. If in doubt, ordering 2 feet is recommended.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-end=\"1284\" data-start=\"1263\" data-section-id=\"2xlza\"\u003eAdditional Notes:\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul data-end=\"1601\" data-start=\"1285\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"1463\" data-start=\"1285\" data-section-id=\"lbvhwe\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-end=\"1314\" data-start=\"1287\"\u003eNautique Rudder Packing\u003c\/strong\u003e: For most Nautiques, 3\/16\" packing is used. One foot of packing typically covers 3 wraps in the rudder nut, but 4 wraps may sometimes be necessary.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"1601\" data-start=\"1464\" data-section-id=\"15g1u0u\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-end=\"1489\" data-start=\"1466\"\u003eAlternative Packing\u003c\/strong\u003e: If you need Gore-Tex packing, options like \u003cstrong data-end=\"1545\" data-start=\"1534\"\u003eGT-3\/16\u003c\/strong\u003e and \u003cstrong data-end=\"1560\" data-start=\"1550\"\u003eGT-1\/4\u003c\/strong\u003e are available for specific applications.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Jerry's Marine Service Lewis Marine","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47908342202613,"sku":"607149_GFO-3\/16X24","price":12.59,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0013\/4004\/7465\/files\/gfo_image__97141.jpg?v=1774986327","url":"https:\/\/www.myinboardmarine.com\/products\/shaft-packing-dripless-3-16-x-2-feet-gfo-3-16x24","provider":"MyInboardMarine.com","version":"1.0","type":"link"}