97 supra comp repacking a stuffing box

[quig65]

i just bought a 97 supra comp classic and the stuffing box needs repacking and i was wondering what size packing i have to use???

[Kip]

From my research most boats with a 1" shaft use the 1/4" packing. I just replaced mine with the Gor-tex GFO dripless packing from skidim.com. I am very happy with this no water in the bilge yeah!!

[jdholco]

im doing this on Friday, and just looking ahead im wondering if ill have to remove the motor box... floor... seat??

1990 comp.

anyone that has repacked one please let me know.

[oward1202]

I just replaced the stuffing on my 1985 comp and I did have to remove the back seat but not the engine box. I have an access panel in the floor that will come out with 4 screws once the seat is out. The stuffing box is right in the middle of that opening. No need to even open the engine cover. I hope this helps.

[jdholco]

excellent, thank you. I LOVE THIS SITE!:D

[98 Saltare]

On a similar topic, does anyone happen to know the packing nut sizes? I need to pick up a couple of wrenches...thanks in advance.

98'

[Ptownkid]

1-7/8", for cost efficiency I recommend one adjustable and one pipe wrench. Nothing worse than spending $80 on two 1-7/8" wrenches that will NEVER see any other use...

[98 Saltare]

Thanks Ptownkid...I saw a mechanic that had a combination wrench, cut in half with a slot in the box end to get over the shaft. He had a cheap made in china wrench. I am thinking this will be the way to go. Thanks for your help!!!