I have an 85 28.5 The top of the 2 speed self tailing winch says Maxwell 32. Where can I get replacement parts??? Also has anyone replaced the main traveler on this boat?? If so how do I access the nuts on the starboard side in the head to remove the track?? Thanks , Dan
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Alan Claunch
Traveller replacement
I just finished replacing the traveller on my 1986 28.5. I went crazy for weeks trying to figure out how to get at the nuts on the starboard side. Then I called Hunter and they said that in some of the earlier models there were NO nuts, just a thicker backing. I tried removing them and surprise, no nuts! I replaced the Rutgerson unit with a Harken mid-range traveller kit. There are pros and cons to this. The Harken unit has cam cleats on each end that protrude out farther than the single block on the Rutgerson unit. To get clearance so that the lockers could be opened, I moved the traveller track forward onto the "ledge" just aft of the companionway (just about 2 inches forward of where the original track was). The screws in this area are all easily accessible inside, port are just ahead of the old holes and starboard are now in the head compartment. You will have to use longer screws on the starboard side as the deck is thicker (I used 2 1/2 and 3 inch SS with a large washer and nylon/SS locknut). The other problem is that the old track is on 3 inch centers while all newer tracks (even Schaeffer and Ronstan) are on 4 inch centers. If you use a different traveller configuration and try to put the new track where the old one was you will have to patch old holes and drill new ones. If you relocate the track where I did you still have to patch the old holes but you are not drilling new holes in the same area. Any other questions? Email me at aclaunch@crosslink.net. Good Luck
I just finished replacing the traveller on my 1986 28.5. I went crazy for weeks trying to figure out how to get at the nuts on the starboard side. Then I called Hunter and they said that in some of the earlier models there were NO nuts, just a thicker backing. I tried removing them and surprise, no nuts! I replaced the Rutgerson unit with a Harken mid-range traveller kit. There are pros and cons to this. The Harken unit has cam cleats on each end that protrude out farther than the single block on the Rutgerson unit. To get clearance so that the lockers could be opened, I moved the traveller track forward onto the "ledge" just aft of the companionway (just about 2 inches forward of where the original track was). The screws in this area are all easily accessible inside, port are just ahead of the old holes and starboard are now in the head compartment. You will have to use longer screws on the starboard side as the deck is thicker (I used 2 1/2 and 3 inch SS with a large washer and nylon/SS locknut). The other problem is that the old track is on 3 inch centers while all newer tracks (even Schaeffer and Ronstan) are on 4 inch centers. If you use a different traveller configuration and try to put the new track where the old one was you will have to patch old holes and drill new ones. If you relocate the track where I did you still have to patch the old holes but you are not drilling new holes in the same area. Any other questions? Email me at aclaunch@crosslink.net. Good Luck
Don't redrill the holes
Dan: As Alan said the Harken units work great. I replaced mine on our H'31 several years ago. But unlike Alan, we had Harken custom drill our track. It was very reasonable and worked like a dream. As far as the Maxwell winches, they are no longer in the winch business. They only have spare parts but I am not sure how their supplies are. They are located in Costa Mesa, CA. I would assume that you can find them on the web or with directory assistance.
Dan: As Alan said the Harken units work great. I replaced mine on our H'31 several years ago. But unlike Alan, we had Harken custom drill our track. It was very reasonable and worked like a dream. As far as the Maxwell winches, they are no longer in the winch business. They only have spare parts but I am not sure how their supplies are. They are located in Costa Mesa, CA. I would assume that you can find them on the web or with directory assistance.
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Carey Marsh
maxwell winches
If you want to let me know what you need for your winch and your address etc I can let Maxwell know and get them to contact you. They are just down the road from me, my uncle works for them. They will help if they can careym@globe.net.nz
If you want to let me know what you need for your winch and your address etc I can let Maxwell know and get them to contact you. They are just down the road from me, my uncle works for them. They will help if they can careym@globe.net.nz
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Gene
Maxwell Location USA
I recently contacted Maxwell and they were very helpful. They are located in Costa Mesa, CA. Phone is 949-631-2634. I am having problems working with Lewmar!
I recently contacted Maxwell and they were very helpful. They are located in Costa Mesa, CA. Phone is 949-631-2634. I am having problems working with Lewmar!
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Mayona Austin
Maxwel winches
Does anyone have any info on Maxwell self tailing winches? Years ago I had contact woith them and was told I could send the winch in for an over haul. Now I have heard they are no longer in business. Then I see where they may still be in business. What's the deal? Help! Thanks
Does anyone have any info on Maxwell self tailing winches? Years ago I had contact woith them and was told I could send the winch in for an over haul. Now I have heard they are no longer in business. Then I see where they may still be in business. What's the deal? Help! Thanks
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Charles Wolfe
Maxwell's Web Site
http://maxwell-winches.com/Superyachts/super_products.html Above is Maxwell's website and contact numbers. Good luck. They make great windlasses. ChuckWolfe@mail.com
http://maxwell-winches.com/Superyachts/super_products.html Above is Maxwell's website and contact numbers. Good luck. They make great windlasses. ChuckWolfe@mail.com
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