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Moodymike

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Winch service
« on: July 03 2021, 17:19 »
In the process of giving winches a much needed service, lots of advice on internet but nowhere can I find the recommended lubrication of the roller bearings.    Grease for gears and light oil for pawls and springs.
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Yngmar

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Re: Winch service
« Reply #1 on: July 03 2021, 20:04 »
Same grease as everything else - only the pawls are special as they mustn't stick. A light coating will do.
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Re: Winch service
« Reply #2 on: July 10 2021, 19:58 »
Quote from: Moodymike on July 03 2021, 17:19
In the process of giving winches a much needed service, lots of advice on internet but nowhere can I find the recommended lubrication of the roller bearings.    Grease for gears and light oil for pawls and springs.

You can buy grease from Harken or Lewmar particular for winches.
https://jimmygreen.com/lewmar-winches-handles-and-accessories/79279-lewmar-grease
https://www.harken.com/en/shop/service-kits-602/high-performance-winch-grease-white/

Or multi purpose marine grease for slow bearings.
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Jake

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Re: Winch service
« Reply #3 on: July 10 2021, 22:28 »
I prefer the Harken grease.  It doesn't get quite so sticky.  The Lewmar grease gets very thick with age.

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