I have a Maxwell 2-speed self-tailing winch ( for the jib sheet ) that's making that tell-tale whining meaning the bearings are gone. Assuming I can lose 25lbs before spring and get under the cockpit to get it off, or hire a skinny non-claustrophobic to remove it, I was hoping to take it apart and get some new bearings fitted to it. ( ever price 2-speed self-tailers? ) Of course, I might as well do both of them. Can I get at the bearings without removing the base? Has anyone had this experience? Any thoughts on whether it's worth it?
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If you have Maxwell 20 series winches parts are no longer available. You don't have to remove the base to service the winch. remove the slot nut on top of the drum, where the handle fits in and lift the drum up. The gears are held to the base by 3 screws
If you have Maxwell 20 series winches parts are no longer available. You don't have to remove the base to service the winch. remove the slot nut on top of the drum, where the handle fits in and lift the drum up. The gears are held to the base by 3 screws
Patrick
Thanks, I was figuring that I'd have to get the bearings refit outside the manufacturer. The diagram you sent shows a lot of possible problematic areas, and has me thinking that replacement may be my only option. Steve
Thanks, I was figuring that I'd have to get the bearings refit outside the manufacturer. The diagram you sent shows a lot of possible problematic areas, and has me thinking that replacement may be my only option. Steve
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