[C320-list] Lewmar ST winch issue

[Larry Frank]

I ordered a jaw kit for each primary and the mainsheet winch.  I didn't
bother with the other cabin top winch because it doesn't get used that much
and isn't having the problem to the same degree.  Ordered from Defender
because pricing was similar and it was more convenient.  Will let you know
if it solves the problem if I remember.

Larry
WindSwept
C320 #246

-----Original Message-----
From: c320-list-bounces at lists.catalina320.com
[mailto:c320-list-bounces at lists.catalina320.com] On Behalf Of Karl
Mielenhausen
Sent: Friday, December 21, 2012 2:45 PM
To: C320-List at catalina320.com
Subject: Re: [C320-list] Lewmar ST winch issue

Larry,

I have not personally experienced this problem, at least not on my C320.

A quick check of the internet indicated:
1/ Might be caused by too thick a sheet. Did you by chance upsize when
you replaced? The spec on the 44ST, however, is 8mm - 14mm, so I think
you'd have a tough time exceeding 14mm.
2/ Several complaints about the newer, high-tech lines not gripping
due to either stiffness or slipperiness.
3/ West Maine has a decent price (rare!) on the jaw kit ($36). For
that, you get both crowns, stripper, and springs. If you have a Port
Supply account, the price is around $28. Lewmar #48000450
4/ Pyachts has the springs (Lewmar # 45000112) for $2 each. WM does
not carry the springs alone.

Please let us know how you resolve the problem.

Karl

On Fri, Dec 21, 2012 at 12:43 PM, Larry Frank <WindSwept at stx.rr.com> wrote:
> Mike,
>
> Thanks for answering.  I usually service the winches annually or when they
> tell me it is time.  Did you know they talk??
>
> This problem has nothing to do with the internal working of the winches
> though.  The problem is that the line slips out of the gray plastic jaws
> that form the self tailing mechanism when trimming a line.
>
> Larry
> WindSwept
> C320 #246
>
> -----Original Message-----
> From: c320-list-bounces at lists.catalina320.com
> [mailto:c320-list-bounces at lists.catalina320.com] On Behalf Of William Ott
> Sent: Friday, December 21, 2012 11:22 AM
> To: C320-List at Catalina320.com
> Subject: Re: [C320-list] Lewmar ST winch issue
>
> Lewmar says you should grease and replace paws annually.  In my opinion
this
> is overkill.  When was the last time you rebuilt the winches ?  I did all
of
> mine last season since I had no knowledge of the last time they were done.
> They were pretty heavily gunked up, so I'm thinking they hadn't been done
in
> long time.  Very simple to do with shallow plastic pan, old toothbrush and
a
> can of engine degreaser.  Reassembled them with new paws, grease and
> springs, and it made a great improvement.
> Mike Ott
> 'Amanda Lu'
> #508
>
> Sent from my iPad
>
> On Dec 21, 2012, at 11:55 AM, "Larry Frank" <WindSwept at stx.rr.com> wrote:
>
>> Has anyone ever had the problem of their sheets and halyards popping out
> of
>> the self tailing jaws.  I have had WindSwept for 17 years and in the last
>> year or so this has become an issue.  The ruining rigging has been
> replaced
>> so I know wear on it is not the problem.  I am wondering if the springs,
>> jaws or both need to be replaced.  I don't want to order jaws unless
> needed.
>>
>>
>>
>> Larry
>>
>> WindSwept
>>
>> C320 #246
>>
>