I’m thinking about replacing my manual windlass with an electric. It
looks like Sam L. Morse Co. recommends and supplies either Maxwell or
Simpson Lawrence units. Does anyone out there have advice on choosing
one of these units, or a better alternative to both of them?
Also, since I’m living in the tide-ripped South, I’m wondering if my
old windlass might be of any value mounted aft? Probably too big and
in the way, but just thought I’d ask, maybe get a laugh.
I have a Muir Atlantic 1000. It is similar to the Maxwell that
Sam Morse specs but the boys in the yard agreed it seemed to be a better
unit when they installed it. IMTRA is the US dealer for them…they have a
web site. I use a rope/chain rode…9/16" nylon and 5/16 HT chain. As I
recall, Maxwell couldn’t supply a gypsy for that combination. I am very
pleased and Muir/IMTRA supplied it in bronze for a nominal upcharge.
Best regards…Tom
At 01:52 PM 6/12/2003 +0000, you wrote:
I’m thinking about replacing my manual windlass with an electric. It
looks like Sam L. Morse Co. recommends and supplies either Maxwell or
Simpson Lawrence units.
Thanks for the suggestion. I looked at them on IMTRA’s site and on
the Muir site. I’ve sent them an inquiry on both the Atlantic 1000
and the Atlantic 1050 Freefall Model. The bronze finish would be very
good indeed! Do you have the remote for cockpit operation? Any other
parts required? Solenoid, Devil’s Claw, Chain Stopper?
Regards,
Jon, S/V Jolie Brise
Jon:
I have a Muir Atlantic 1000. It is similar to the Maxwell
that
Sam Morse specs but the boys in the yard agreed it seemed to be a
better
unit when they installed it. IMTRA is the US dealer for them…they
have a
web site. I use a rope/chain rode…9/16" nylon and 5/16 HT
chain. As I
recall, Maxwell couldn’t supply a gypsy for that combination. I am
very
pleased and Muir/IMTRA supplied it in bronze for a nominal upcharge.
Best regards…Tom
At 01:52 PM 6/12/2003 +0000, you wrote:
I’m thinking about replacing my manual windlass with an electric.
It
looks like Sam L. Morse Co. recommends and supplies either Maxwell
or
Simpson Lawrence units.
I have a rope capstain in addition to the rope/chain gypsy. I
have mine set up with a knee switch at the bow and a toggle switch in the
cockpit. Both are for “up” only. Seems to free fall just fine when
setting the anchor. You will need a solenoid to have the cockpit
switch. Also have a chain stopper at the bow. Only use it when anchor is
stowed. On the hook, I use Roger’s snubber through a block at the end of
the bowsprit technique. That was recently discussed by the group. If you
missed it, I will be glad to describe it for you.
I agree with Roger, a good manual backup is a must. The Muir can
be set to ratchet up with a winch handle. You have to change where the
pawls are located is all. IMTRA has a little direction sheet to explain
that. I’ve not tested it in a big blow but works fine on a still morning.