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selftailing

  1. 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...
  2. mherrcat

    Self-Tailing Winch Question

    Is there any standard as far as where the line lifter is positioned on a self-tailing winch? Is it different for port or starboard winches?
  3. 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...
  4. 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...
  5. N

    Do "Winchers" work

    Anyone try the cheapo Self-tailing rubber mods? Has anyone tried those little rubber cuff things you can put on the top of a winch to supposedly make it work a little like a self tailing winch? I can't imagine they work, but wouldn't it be nice if they did? Anyone have an experience to share?
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