Re: Henry's 55 Constellation

Posted by Cli55er On 2012/1/21 20:32:20

wanted to update my blog with the findings i got for the waterpump seal, even though i haven't tested it.

it is 1 7/16 wide for the housing and 5/8 for the shaft and 3/4 tall just like the original type seal.

here is the seal.http://www.grainger.com/Grainger/FLOWSERVE-Mechanical-Pump-Shaft-Seal-1R324?Pid=search

this is the high end version with VITON material, carbon washer and all stainless including the seat. the seat is press fit on the shaft as well, so you would push the seal in the housing...then press the seat on the shaft till the seal is loaded enough, then put on your impeller. then you don't have to worry about a not perfect impeller to seat surface. the stainless steel seat is smooth.

it is a bit pricey, but like i said they have lower versions made of other materials, like Buna rubber etc.

buna goes up to 225 F and VITON goes to 400 F

they have molded rubber washer, but i think the original is carbon.

anyways, i may buy one later on to test and if good then we will have a replacement and the job is done.

here it is for 19.98http://www.zorotools.com/g/00060088/k-G2433557?utm_source=google_shopping&utm_medium=organic&utm_campaign=Google_Shopping_Feed

here is the cheaper buna version. not sure it will last though not having a carbon washer and only going to 225 Fhttp://www.grainger.com/Grainger/FLOWSERVE-Mechanical-Pump-Shaft-Seal-1R306?Pid=search


Hank
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