Recent content by ewj

I am certain that your anchor locker relocation idea would definitely be an improvement over chain being stowed directly in the bow. Your drop looks good which is one of the most important considerations other than actual location and total weight. I am not sure if it would move the CG of the...

But wait! There's more! :) I forgot to mention that the 300' of all chain rode recommendation for cruising boats is based on a go anywhere world cruising boat with 10' of freeboard anchoring in 25' of water (25' depth + 10' freeboard x 8:1 scope =280' + 20' to get from roller back into...

OHhhhhhhh.... Now you've done it... I have been working on this very problem for many, many years. So far I haven't managed to convert my e27 into a Crealock 37 but I'm still working on it! :) Seriously though I do have a few thoughts to consider: First, rethink your chain/rode/ground...

I can say with certainty that if you put that much weight in the bow your handling will be severely degraded. I have an e27 with a bow roller, 22lb Rocna, 100' of 1/4ht backed with 100' of 1/2" 3 strand in front of the V berth and a Lewmar windlass. When I installed all of that it shifted the...