Our new to us 45’ Californian came with a 15kg/33lbs Vulcan anchor. Based on various input, this anchor weight is borderline for the boat. The boat is well over 50,000lbs as it sits today.
Before buying a heavier anchor (ideally 55-80lbs), I tried to research the capacity of the bow roller and the windless in the manuals and online. Nothing is stamped on either units. I could not find a reliable source. Chain is 5/16”.. I believe the windless should be ok but I could be wrong.
I asked my marine shop... Zero idea. In the event that I cannot get a fix on the ratings, I am just going to go with a 25kg/55lbs Rocna.. a small increase should be fine?. The only issue would be to navigate the roller bar in the storage position.
I would appreciate any thoughts or input from other Californian owners.
Thank you
Streff
Before buying a heavier anchor (ideally 55-80lbs), I tried to research the capacity of the bow roller and the windless in the manuals and online. Nothing is stamped on either units. I could not find a reliable source. Chain is 5/16”.. I believe the windless should be ok but I could be wrong.
I asked my marine shop... Zero idea. In the event that I cannot get a fix on the ratings, I am just going to go with a 25kg/55lbs Rocna.. a small increase should be fine?. The only issue would be to navigate the roller bar in the storage position.
I would appreciate any thoughts or input from other Californian owners.
Thank you
Streff