Re: Help Picking a Windlass
 

Since you're in the market, check out the powerwinch website
http://www.powerwinch.com/Accessories/Accessories.html

Look under electronics and rollers. They're having a sale on wiring kits and on bow rollers.

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Thanks for the tip but since the pricing seems to be in line, I think I'm going to go with the Lewmar. I like the SS finish.

ABL1111, I already have an anchor roller that I'm hoping will work once I switch to a new anchor. It's not hinged and doesn't self launch with the anchor I currently have though so I may well be looking for a replacement in the coming months. I'll make a note on the windline just in case.

Actually in the meantime, if anyone's looking to sell, I am in need of a new anchor and a few feet of chain

Re: Help Picking a Windlass
 

I like the lewmar windlass better.....but the wiring kits and rollers on sale seem pretty well priced.

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My rig works flawless. I did the same type of research your doing via local salty guys and came up with what I have. The cantilever anchor roller is the only way to go - works 100% of the time. Anything else is a hassle, unless you build an anchor pulpit with your anchor hanging below it.

Good luck !

Re: Help Picking a Windlass
 

It's the way the motor shaft points, not the way the line is pulled in.

Horizon 600 Freefall.

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Re: Help Picking a Windlass
 

Yesterday I installed a Lewmar (stainless finish - no free fall) on a friends 27' center console. I dont know any other details about the winch except that he bought it online for about $650. I think he said it was about half price compared to West. Be sure to check around online before you buy. -will

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That's what I've been finding out price wise too. I think I'm sticking with the ProFish 700 from Lewmar.

I already have a bit of a pulit/bowsprit/roller so if it works, great if not, I'll be in touch with you about your set up.

Thanks for all the advice.

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What are you using for switching and where do you have it located? It seems to come with a rocker/toggle switch for the helm but I think I need a way to control it from the bow as well, either the foot switches or a remote. Any one have any opinions on which is best. I'm leaning towards the remote because I have two left feet (also less holes on deck and maybe easier install but I worry about breaking/losing it.

Re: Help Picking a Windlass
 

You need both.

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Thread all was cut off after install.

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Holes made bigger than needed and backfilled with Epoxy/Cabisol.

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