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  1. 08-22-2017 10:32 AM #1
    jpk55
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    windlass replacement

    The time has come to upgrade the original galley maid windlass with one that can handle chain.
    Anyone care to weigh in on what I should consider?
    thanks

    Jeff Kotler
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  2. 08-22-2017 11:17 AM #2
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    Re: windlass replacement

    No question in my experience, Maxwell, they last forever, good parts availability and built like tanks. John
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    Re: windlass replacement

    If the rest is good, you might just replace the drum with a gypsey from Galleymaid.

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  4. 08-22-2017 12:07 PM #4
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    Re: windlass replacement

    I tried that route, I called galley maid, the unit is to old to be upgraded.
    Jeff Kotler
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  5. 08-22-2017 12:46 PM #5
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    Re: windlass replacement

    Stay away from Anchorlift.
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  6. 08-22-2017 01:55 PM #6
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    Re: windlass replacement

    Anchorlift the worst piece of junk I ever purchased. Nothing but trouble.
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  7. 08-22-2017 08:45 PM #7
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    Re: windlass replacement

    You should consider a Lofrans. Very good quality.
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  8. 08-22-2017 08:57 PM #8
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    Re: windlass replacement

    No luck with lewmar hears good about maxwell
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  9. 08-22-2017 09:12 PM #9
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    Re: windlass replacement

    I ve used both lewmar and maxwell, both good units.

    I m Going to replace my galley maid (all chain plus rope capstan on top) with either lewmar or maxwell since I m converting to 24v Will have it for sale.
    Pascal
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  10. 08-22-2017 10:08 PM #10
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    Re: windlass replacement

    I have a Maxwell 2200, vertical, it has done a good job. Use it often.
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