Reply
 
Thread Tools Search this Thread Display Modes
 
Old 03-20-2021, 03:28 PM   #41
Guru
 
City: Alexandria, VA
Vessel Model: 2000 Wellcraft
Join Date: Sep 2013
Posts: 1,467
It seems like the only thing that ever goes out on our windlasses is the motor, not any of actual windlass mechanics. I've had to replace a motor on two different windlasses, and one soleniod, and nothing else.
Group9 is offline   Reply With Quote
Old 03-20-2021, 05:10 PM   #42
Guru
 
Simi 60's Avatar
 
City: Queensland
Vessel Model: Milkraft 60 converted timber prawn trawler
Join Date: Jul 2016
Posts: 5,482
Quote:
Originally Posted by Rosborough 35 View Post
Here's another vote for the Lofrans Tigres. I installed the Lofrans Tigres on a 35 foot, 21,000 lb boat. It may be a slight overkill, but it sure works well with 250 feet of chain and my 55# Rocna anchor.
No one ever complained about having to much windlass when needed.
Oversizing is one of the smartest things you can do with ground tackle and retrieval gear IMHO
Simi 60 is offline   Reply With Quote
Old 03-20-2021, 05:16 PM   #43
TF Site Team
 
FlyWright's Avatar
 
City: California Delta
Vessel Name: FlyWright
Vessel Model: 1977 Marshall Californian 34 LRC
Join Date: Apr 2008
Posts: 13,728
Quote:
Originally Posted by Phatboat View Post
Yes I searched the website so now I will ask. What is the most reliable anchor windlass in the $1k range? I have a 36 foot 20K # boat. Thank You.
Post #1 quoted...the OP is looking in the $1000 price range.
__________________
My boat is my ark. It's my mobile treehouse and my floating fishing cabin. It's my retreat and my respite. Everyday I thank God I have a boat! -Al FJB

@DeltaBridges - 25 Delta Bridges in 25 Days
FlyWright is offline   Reply With Quote
Old 03-20-2021, 05:46 PM   #44
Guru
 
Simi 60's Avatar
 
City: Queensland
Vessel Model: Milkraft 60 converted timber prawn trawler
Join Date: Jul 2016
Posts: 5,482
Quote:
Originally Posted by FlyWright View Post
Post #1 quoted...the OP is looking in the $1000 price range.
He's also after reliability
I don't think the two go together
Simi 60 is offline   Reply With Quote
Old 03-23-2021, 06:23 AM   #45
FF
Guru
 
FF's Avatar
 
Join Date: Oct 2007
Posts: 22,553
"Whatever hydraulic one that you choose"

Yes,, the hyd does not kill batts, blow fuses and the white smoke never comes out ,when overloaded it simply stops and waits for more hyd pressure or a lower load , no harm done.

I still see boats fitted with IDEAL windlasses , a 1950 and up US made bronze winch that is superb, perhaps you can find a used one.
FF is offline   Reply With Quote
Reply

Thread Tools Search this Thread
Search this Thread:

Advanced Search
Display Modes

Posting Rules
You may not post new threads
You may not post replies
You may not post attachments
You may not edit your posts

BB code is On
Smilies are On
[IMG] code is On
HTML code is Off
Trackbacks are Off
Pingbacks are Off
Refbacks are Off


» Trawler Port Captains
Port Captains are TF volunteers who can serve as local guides or assist with local arrangements and information. Search below to locate Port Captains near your destination. To learn more about this program read here: TF Port Captain Program





All times are GMT -5. The time now is 10:09 AM.


Powered by vBulletin® Version 3.8.8 Beta 4
Copyright ©2000 - 2024, vBulletin Solutions, Inc.
Search Engine Optimization by vBSEO 3.6.0
Copyright 2006 - 2012