winches

  1. A Tale of Two Winches

    E26-2 A Tale of Two Winches

    Self-tailing winches. Luxury? Necessity? Answers might vary. Since the majority of my sailing will likely be single-handing in the future, I decided it was time for an upgrade to the standard Lewmar 16 2-speed winches that seem to be the default from the factory. Priced new, they're out of...
  2. Martyn

    Winch polish/cleaning

    Simple maintenance question: what product do you use to clean salt pitting/marks on barient winches? I've tried a metal polish to no avail.
  3. M

    Pontos winches

    Does anyone have any experience with the 4 speed winches made by Pontos? I have watched the videos and the "grinder" looks interesting. My Barient winches are going strong but must wear out eventually.
  4. G

    Barient 24 2-speed winches (pair) for sale

    I listed these earlier on eBay but they did not sell. Now I lowered the price to $200 for the pair! These were the primary winches off a 1985 Ericson 32. They work great. We switched to self-tailers. Selling as a pair only. NO RESERVE! Pick up in So Cal for no shipping fee! here is the link...
  5. mmackof

    Backing up Genoa Winches

    I'm looking at adding a G10 plate under the coming where the big genoa winches are sited. Is 1/4" thick sufficient on a 8x10 plate? Thanks. Mort E39
  6. P

    Replacement winches

    Has anyone replaced the sheet winches on an E27 and relocated them further aft? I spent quite a few hours on the boat yesterday removing the old Barlow's ready to replace with a pair of Lewmar self tailers and was wondering if anyone has moved them nearer to the wheel position to aid single...
  7. G

    Barient 24 winches (2) for sale

    I just upgraded to self-tailing Lewmars on my 32-3 and put the old Barients on eBay. 2-speeds, work perfectly. Selling as a pair only unless I don't get any bites. I can't decide if its better to sell as a pair on eBay or not. - Someone may not want to bid twice for two different winches - but...
  8. Gmilburn

    Barlow Winches

    Hi all, I'm looking to replace a couple of my winches on my 1977 E-29--they are all Barlow. Now I know that Barlow is no longer in business, but I know there seems to be alot of "salvaged ones" on EBay. What I'm curious about is the fact that my current ones seem to be chrome on the mast and...
  9. S

    Rebedding winches and stanchions

    I'm rebedding the coach top winches and the stanchion bases. I have a couple of questions and would like some thoughts. I'm planning on doing the whole overdrill/epoxy/redrill/backingplate thing. 1. The coach top winches (Barlow 16s) had a thin rubber gasket between the winch base and the...
  10. simdim

    New winches for halyards

    Folks, I am planing to move the main and jib halyards winches and cleats of the mast this winter and looking for suggestions on what would be the best solution. I have two original winches that i can reinstall on the top of the cabin (on both sides of companionway and if i do so should i use...
  11. treilley

    Barient 27st winches wanted

    My drums are shot so I am looking for replacement winches that still have good drums. The outsides are fine but the anodizing on the inside where the bearings ride has worn down. Maybe I can sell the old ones as bobble head winches!
  12. ChrisS

    Alternative to self-tailing winches?

    Any recommendations to a decent alternative for self-tailing winches? Currently I have a pair of Lemar 40 STs that I use a sheet winches, but I can't reach them from the wheel while singlehanding. I singlehand about 30% of the time, and need to be able to trim the jib better while behind the...
  13. G

    A source for winches

    I have started looking for two Anderson 46ST winches (recommended on a previous thread). The cheapest source I have found so far is running $1280 each. Does anyone know a place that might beat that? Gareth Freyja E35 #241 1972
  14. Q

    Grease'in them winches

    The old barbrossa winches on our e-27 are started to need a good grease job. so, i was wondering if white lithium grease is an ok form to use or should i use something more specialized?
  15. T

    Winches for sale

    For Sale... Two Lewmar 40 two-speed non self-tailing winches in good condition. Original equipment on 1989 E32-200. I'll sell either a single winch or the pair.
  16. D

    mounting new winches

    hi all, the new winches for my 27 are slightly larger than the old, which entails drilling new holes for the mounting screws. two questions: 1. do i need to cut some plywood for backing or not? (the current winches are secured straight to the fiberglass with no backing, and seem firm.) 2...
  17. D

    self-tailing winches

    i'm looking at general advice on selecting self-tailing winches. my 27 has Lewmar 8s (one speed, non s/t) and i'm looking to upgrade. i'm being steered in the direction of Lewmar or Harken 16 s/t, and am wondering if anyone has any observations one way or another (or in another direction...
  18. B

    Winchmate Self-Tailing Conversions for Barlow/Barient Winches

    Has anyone using these winch conversions yet? <http://www.winchmate.com> My E39 has two big Barlow 32s and two 28s, plus half a dozen or so smaller Barlows. I'd really love having STs, but a Lewmar 58ST is over $2300! These conversions promise to turn these good old winches into true...
  19. T

    Self Tailing Winches

    ST Winches My '76 E27 has self tailing winches (at least I think they are... there is "groove" at the top of the winch into which you can place the line for the winch to hold it). Maybe it's because the PO used 1/2" or 5/8" line instead of 3/8" for the sheets, but it seems pretty hard to break...
  20. R

    Adding secondary winches?

    I am thinking of adding a set of secondary winches to my E38. Currently there are 4 winches on the cabintop to handle the halyards, etc. and 2 large primaries on the cockpit sides. Adding secondaries would make moving a genoa sheet to the toerail for running or flying a cruising chute easier...
  21. R

    Winches

    Hi all New member from australia. Just bought Ericson 35-2. Think their is only two in Australia. Because the cockpit is so big i'am thinking of moving the main winches further back so i can use them while at the wheel. any advise please
  22. K

    Enkes winches

    I am trying to find a dealer or supplier for Enkes winches for a friend of mine. He wants to convert his primarys to self tailing. The Enkes web site shows a conversion kit however I have inquired (Spain & the Netherlands) and the only reply was "We makem offer next week". Well, next week has...
  23. K

    Servicing sheet winches

    My port sheet winch (Barient 27 self tailing) is getting a bit sticky in the colder weather, the drum doesn't turn freely. I need to service it. I have good info (schematics) in my owners file. I did this with a previous boat, Lewmar 2 speed non self tailing. And Lewmar sent me a service kit...
  24. jmoses

    Winches 4 Sale- Harken, Andersen and Barlow

    Fellow Vikings, I have four pairs of winches and one anchor for sale (all locted in San Francisco): 1. Pair of Harken 44 ST chromed bronze (brand new still in box) - $2,000 OBO 2. Pair of Harken 40 ST chromed bronze (brand new still in box) - $1,500 OBO 3. Pair of Andersen 40 ST...
  25. J

    Relocating winches aft 35' MKII

    I want to get some new winches and mount them back so I can adjust my jib without leaving the wheel well. Any ideas on reasonable priced units? What size do I need as I only do coastal trips in So Cal? John
  26. C

    Barient #18 winches- maintenance

    I was cleaning & lubing my winches ( First time) yesterday. The big boy #22 was easy to take apart, it has the plate with opposing holes on top. It unscrewed easily and drom removal was also easy. The #18 does not have the holes, but the op guide indicates it has a snap ring around the...
  27. L

    Sell: Barient 21 Alum 2-spd winches (2)

    Ask $350.00US for the pair. Top condition. Will consider part trade for a drifter or genniker (never know how to spell that word) with a 34-36' hoist.
  28. D

    ARCO Winches

    Hi, Does anyone have any experience with using ARCO winches? I know they are a great source of parts/advice for Barient and Barlow winches but I would like an opinion on their winches. They seem like a great deal: $1440 delivered with minor spares for a pair of bronze 40ST winches...
  29. Loren Beach

    Big ST Winches at auction

    "Honkin' Big" ST Winches at auction http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&rd=1&item=4531731894&category=31281&sspagename=WDVW I was looking around eBay this evening and found this pair of big two-speed Lewmar self tailers. This auction ends March 6. These would be...
  30. G

    Main winches

    I am reinforcing the plywood that mounts the main winches. Has anybody ever felt the need to upgrade the winch size on the 35? A friend, with 'some' boat knowledge, has told me the original winches are liable to fail under the load close hauled; but they still work fine, and the cost of...
  31. S

    Proper way to mount winches

    Proper way to mount winches? I would appreciate confirmation or disagreement with the following problem on my Barient 27 winch. After the bearings in my 1987 E34, Barient 27 winch failed, I contacted Florida rigging. They were extremely helpful and supplied steel bearings instead of the...
  32. S

    E23: South Coast Winches

    I'm looking for some information on these old South Coast winches. I've posted some pictures at the following address: South Coast Winches They need servicing, however, I would like to know what I will find inside before I tear them apart!!
  33. S

    Barient 27 winches

    I'm having trouble finding parts for a barient 27 winch. Any leads on where I might find new or used replacement parts? I've tried the folks "down under" and they have not responded. Perhaps they are no longer in business? Any suggestions? Thanks, Sam
  34. Cary Diehl

    Barient & Barlow Winches for sale

    I just upgraded to harken self tailing winches and have the following for sale... 2- Barient 22, stainless steel, good tread, like new, only been in fresh water, A condition. They are equal to a harken 40. $650 for the pair. 2- Cathay Industry 22, stainless steel, good condition, like...
  35. G

    Wanted - primary winches

    I am in the process of restoring an Ericson 26. I need a pair of #10 primary winches for head sail sheet control. Gary
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