SCORPIO
Well-Known Member
Now that I have my boat home for the winter and inside my shop, I'm starting to plan out my winter upgrades list. I want to install an windlass, the boat did not have one from the factory and the Admiral has TOLD me we NEED a windlass! With the Admirals blessing, I'm getting ready to do just that, but I have a number of questions.
First, is there any advantage/disadvantage to a vertical or horizontal windlass? I know the vertical units take up less deck space, but they need more fall in the locker and are more invasive to install than the horizontal. Does one style work better than another?
Second, for anyone with a windlass on their 300/340, could you post a pic of the unit as it is installed on deck?
Third, any recommendations either pro or con on brands? Right now I'm leaning toward a Lewmar Profish 1000 horizontal unit with 220' of chain/rope rode. I like the free fall feature. I see decent prices on these units on the net.
Fourth, how is the wiring routed from the engine room to the bow? I know there is a rigging tube that emerges under the V-berth and must enter the bilge somewhere. Any pointers here would be great.
Fifth, can I use the factory teak pulpit with a roller installed on it, or should I consider a longer pulpit, either teak or fiberglass?
Sorry for all the questions, but since this is going to be rather involved and I suspect expensive, I'd like to have some feedback to help me spend my money :smt001.
OK, lets see and hear from you guys?
First, is there any advantage/disadvantage to a vertical or horizontal windlass? I know the vertical units take up less deck space, but they need more fall in the locker and are more invasive to install than the horizontal. Does one style work better than another?
Second, for anyone with a windlass on their 300/340, could you post a pic of the unit as it is installed on deck?
Third, any recommendations either pro or con on brands? Right now I'm leaning toward a Lewmar Profish 1000 horizontal unit with 220' of chain/rope rode. I like the free fall feature. I see decent prices on these units on the net.
Fourth, how is the wiring routed from the engine room to the bow? I know there is a rigging tube that emerges under the V-berth and must enter the bilge somewhere. Any pointers here would be great.
Fifth, can I use the factory teak pulpit with a roller installed on it, or should I consider a longer pulpit, either teak or fiberglass?
Sorry for all the questions, but since this is going to be rather involved and I suspect expensive, I'd like to have some feedback to help me spend my money :smt001.
OK, lets see and hear from you guys?