46 C.F.R. § 61.20-23 Tailshaft clearance; bearing weardown.
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(a) Water lubricated bearings, other than rubber, must be rebushed as follows: (1) Where the propelling machinery is located amidship, the after stern tube bearing must be rebushed when it is worn down to 6.4 mm (0.25 in) clearance for shafts of 229 mm (9 in) or less in diameter, 7.95 mm (0.3125 in) clearance for shafts exceeding 229 mm (9 in) but not exceeding 305 mm (12 in) in diameter, and 9.53 mm (0.375 in) clearance for shafts exceeding 305 mm (12 in) in diameter. (2) Where the propelling machinery is located aft, the after stern tube bearing must be rebushed when weardown is 1.6 mm (.0625 in) less than the applicable clearance for propelling machinery located amidship. (b) Water lubricated rubber bearings must be rebushed when any water groove is half the original depth. (c) Oil lubricated bearings must be rebushed when deemed necessary by the Officer in Charge, Marine Inspection. The manufacturer's recommendation shall be considered in making this determination. [CGD 78–153, 45 FR 52388, Aug. 7, 1980]
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PART 61—PERIODIC TESTS AND INSPECTIONS
Subpart 61.20—Periodic Tests of Machinery and Equipment
§ 61.20-23 Tailshaft clearance; bearing weardown.
