Its been over a year since I installed external sea strainers. They have worked fine and I'm now committed to remove the internal strainers.
The drip-less shaft seals are at least 11 years old and the manufacturer advises replacing the bellows every 6 years. Lilly Marie is hauled out and I've undertaken to install the maintenance kits for the shaft seals.
The internal strainers sit just above the shaft seals so it was helpful to get them out of the way. The strainers came off of the frame with little problems. Removing the frame and plumbing is another question.
I tried a large stilson wrench and it did not budge the connectors. I see where several other members removed their internal strainers.
Any tips on how to safely remove the piping would be appreciated.IMG_1450.jpg
Thanks
Vincent