Rudder stuffing box leaking...can't adjust..seal from the outside?

[MarinAirNoWorky]

Originally Posted by c.K.

Nothing unusual just one drip is very normal on a prop shaft so won't sink your vessel if that happens on your rudder you could also try adding another layer of packing to the stuffing box usually if you undo the top nut it won't start leaking more and if it does then just put the top nut back on
Personally, I see no emergency here, and no way this can be fixed with a diver visit from the outside

Thank you for your input, that is reassuring for sure!

[colz]

The rudder gland has been leaking for a long time.By the look of it hasn't been serviced since the boat was made.Clean it up with a wire brush then adjust them by loosening small locknut and screwing down.Plenty of YouTube videos to show you how.You can screw them down to stop the leak, if to tight your rudder won't turn

[jamhass]

Another vote for the toilet wax idea. Works great, no worries about removal or subsequent problems.