Help Picking a Windlass

[1bayouboy]

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.

[jongolds]

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

[1bayouboy]

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

[abl1111]

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 !

[warthog5]

Then I guess I have a horizontal ( which by the way it works and looks; seems like it should be called vertical ).

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

Horizon 600 Freefall.

[WillyC]

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

[jongolds]

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.

[jongolds]

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.

[warthog5]

but I think I need a way to control it from the bow as well,

You need both.



Thread all was cut off after install.





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