They're all like that, the big nut on top of the capstan is attached to a rod that runs down to the clutch for the gypsy. If I go inside and get a socket wrench I can free fall, but who wants to break out the tool kit every time you anchor. That's what that wheel on top is for. The more I think about it, I'd be interested in getting one of those clutch wheels. For what these windlasses cost back when they were new, it seems a little nutty that they didn't just include it to begin with.
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Thread: Galley Maid windlass replacement
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10-06-2022 04:28 PM #21
Re: Galley Maid windlass replacement
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10-06-2022 11:13 PM #22
Re: Galley Maid windlass replacement
Chris,
I just sent Rick at Galley Maid an e-mail to see if these handwheels are available. I have the bronze socket and bar to loosen the nut but as you said, it would be much nicer not to have to grab the tools (and risk losing them overboard). I expect I will hear back tomorrow.
Warren
1973 Chris-Craft 47 Commander
1994 Sea Ray Laguna 16SC
(wannabe Hatteras owner)
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10-07-2022 10:32 AM #23
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Re: Galley Maid windlass replacement
On the boat I run with a pair of Maxwell hydraulic windlass, I keep the supplied flat bar ( which gets inserted into a slot instead of a nut ) at the bow in case we need to drop and have a hydraulic failure. Easy to have a dedicated wrench for nut on windlasses that use a nut
Pascal
Miami, FL
1970 53 MY #325 Cummins 6CTAs
2014 26' gaff rigged sloop
2007 Sandbarhopper 13
12' Westphal Cat boat
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10-07-2022 04:37 PM #25Registered Member
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Re: Galley Maid windlass replacement
Last edited by Moonhowler; 10-07-2022 at 04:46 PM. Reason: add picture
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Re: Galley Maid windlass replacement
Drum, gypsy, capstan, windlass, sprocket,,, it gets confusing sometimes when we try to communicate.
We had the same drum on a horizontal Ideal. 1 1/4" twisted nylon. 3 wraps and give it tension would pull the boat a good nudge forward, then take up slack till rode was taught, then pull for a moment again, boat goes forward, take up slack.
I would keep doing this till the rode was straight down. Then pull till the anchor came loose or the rode was guitar string tight. Then Josie would bump the clutches to pull the anchor free. then tension and anchor up.
Once that anchor was free, Josie would keep station or back slightly to rinse the anchor on its way up. Then head out of the anchorage as I secured the bow.
Were with all chain and sprocket now. Same drill, bump a foot switch, chain goes tight and then when slack, hold the switch down till tight again.
On those windy days, Josie followed hand signals and bumps the boat up for me. The new windlass will pull but why stress it when just a tap on the clutches may help it last forever.
Oh, we got carried aweigh on hand signals, now we (she) turns the VHF/Loudhailer on and she can hear me whisper. Ya got to check what you say under your breath.....
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Re: Galley Maid windlass replacement
It should take a reasonable load without popping the breaker. Usually you can upgrade to a chain gipsy although it’s not cheap as the shaft needs to be replaced. In that case a new windlass may be the best option.
Pascal
Miami, FL
1970 53 MY #325 Cummins 6CTAs
2014 26' gaff rigged sloop
2007 Sandbarhopper 13
12' Westphal Cat boat
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10-08-2022 04:42 PM #28Registered Member
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Re: Galley Maid windlass replacement
Recommendation for a new one is welcome. This one isn’t fitting our needs. Any thoughts?
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10-08-2022 05:03 PM #29Senior Member
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Re: Galley Maid windlass replacement
Can a horizontal windlass be placed on a Hatteras pulpit
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Re: Galley Maid windlass replacement
Yes. Long bolts or threaded rod with acorn nuts on the top end for finish. Port side gypsy reusing the chain path and locker fall. Filling and finish what was there before can take some time. I assisted on such project many years ago. Pending labor cost may be an important consideration.I remember it was one of the big models with chain to port, line to stb and line on top.