Windlass Oil

Jul 8, 2011
704
Catalina 30 Sidney B.C.
I just recently rebuilt my anchor windlass and would like to know what oil is best to use for the gearbox
 
Jan 4, 2006
7,649
Hunter 310 West Vancouver, B.C.
I just recently rebuilt my anchor windlass and would like to know what oil is best to use for the gearbox
Their manual is somewhat less than helpful.

Seeing as how the internals are relatively slow moving but with heavy force, you might want to look at a heavy gear oil. Watch for compatability if you have any non metallic seals in the gear box.
 

Attachments