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Originally Posted by Joe K
I have made up for myself the "home grown" variant of the leakless pump. The (mine) single seal in the rear bushing (they now have double which are placed one forward and one back of the grease port) and a Torrington needle and hardened bushing at the front. The advantage of this is one can still have the packing gland - but leave it loose as a sort of "backup" to the lip seal. If the pump leaks - give it a turn.
Joe K
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Joe,
As a retired experimental machinist and prototype builder, ... I'd love to see some pictures of your "Home Grown" water pump.
Regards
Bill