We have a 2000 Beneteau and it has the original windlass made by Leroy Somer. After taking the motor out of the casing, we have taken it to a shop to see if they can correct the problem of it working at times and not at others. We THINK it may be a loose wire because it works intermittently, but once the small motor repair guy gets it open we will know if the brushes are the problem or some other issue. <sweating>
Because of the motor fitting inside the casing which is mounted on the deck, we are worried about actually trying to get a new motor to fit in the same casing.
Has anyone else try to successfully replaced the motor? What is a good option to do that? And to buy a whole new windlass is so pricey! We really don't want to have to go that route.
Any thoughts from my knowledgeable sailor friends?
Thanks
Cara
Because of the motor fitting inside the casing which is mounted on the deck, we are worried about actually trying to get a new motor to fit in the same casing.
Has anyone else try to successfully replaced the motor? What is a good option to do that? And to buy a whole new windlass is so pricey! We really don't want to have to go that route.
Any thoughts from my knowledgeable sailor friends?
Thanks
Cara