Attaching new anchor line and chain with a Windlass........

[Scottzzzy]

After wrenching and a small amount of cussing, I finally got my new anchor line and chain installed on my windlass. Took my anchor to a welding shop and had it straightened (cause I am cheap) and it looks as good as new and for only $20!

The hardest part of this project was attaching the new 5/8 anchor line to the 5/16 chain. There is a specific braid that needs to be done to fit through the windlass without hanging up.

I tried it 3 times with no directions before I gave up and sought out some help. So here is a great site for anyone wanting to do this project::smt024

http://www.animatedknots.com/indexboating.php?LogoImage=LogoGrog.jpg&Website=www.animatedknots.com



The sad part is I know I learned how to do this 25 years ago in Boy Scouts, but I will promise I will never forget again!:grin:

 

[jamesgang]

Good info on that site. I see there is an app available for the iphone for $4.99.

 

[annie]

When I replaced my warp it was always fouling in the windlass. I fitted a swivel and found some deep water and let the whole warp out, let it dangle for a 1/2 hour and then retrieved. No more problems.

 

[matthewmiller01]

Nice find!