Windlass woes.....

[Almightys]

so I’ve had this windlass issue and wondering if I am going about solving the issue wrong. So I have a 92 330 dancer and a Good windlass. The problem was the solenoids not engaging. A wack with a back end of screwdriver would get them engaged. So last year I replaced the two solenoids and coated them in some dielectric so they would not corrode like the others did in the anchor locker. Now a month into that they started to have the same issue again. I am wondering if it is the batteries? I know the windlass is quite a draw. Wondering what more electrical experts think?

 

[hottoddie]

Could be the motor. Windlass motors are notorious for internal corrosion. Email Good, they are great to deal with.

 

[fwebster]

Good has significantly improved the design of the free-drop windlass in recent years. THey now use a 4 pole motor and their relays are all potted in one epoxy sealerd block. If you haven't had your upgraded, it sounds like this might be the time to call Good..........609-698-4402 or 800-780-4655.

The 4-pole motor is much stronger and faster and it comes with a new gear set that significantly increases line take up speed and strength of pull. They usually rebuild the line handling parts at the same time. A bonus is their sealed solenoid/relay package which ends messing with corroded electronics. I had this done to my Good CF-D several years ago and it ended all of my windlass problems. I love Good because they make repairs and rebuilding so easy that I never have to do more than remmove the windlass. pack it in the box and take it to a UPS drop off.

 

[Almightys]

Good has significantly improved the design of the free-drop windlass in recent years. THey now use a 4 pole motor and their relays are all potted in one epoxy sealerd block. If you haven't had your upgraded, it sounds like this might be the time to call Good..........609-698-4402 or 800-780-4655.

The 4-pole motor is much stronger and faster and it comes with a new gear set that significantly increases line take up speed and strength of pull. They usually rebuild the line handling parts at the same time. A bonus is their sealed solenoid/relay package which ends messing with corroded electronics. I had this done to my Good CF-D several years ago and it ended all of my windlass problems. I love Good because they make repairs and rebuilding so easy that I never have to do more than remmove the windlass. pack it in the box and take it to a UPS drop off.

What did that cost if you don’t make me me asking ?