MS350 WINDLASS MANUAL RETRIEVAL

[Cold Duck]

I cannot find a P/N on my Lewmar windlass on my 1997 MS350. Newer model Lewmar windlass's have manual retrieval kits that can be placed on the windlass to bring up the anchor with a wench handle if the windlass motor dies or battery/electrical somehow fails. Do any of you older MS350 owners have P/N of the Lewmar windlass used on the 350s or a manual kit for the windlass or know of a procedure to retrieve the anchor if the windlass fails? This is not a generic question but specific to the MS350/390. Yes I can use a comalong etc. I am not looking for generic answers but very specific to the windlass's used on the MS350.

 

[Capt Ray]

These 4 posts might be helpful to you. All feature details of Lewmar Windlass-es on MS 350/390.
Ours is a 2000. I cannot speak to the 1997 models. There were quite a bit of variability in these boats, their engines, and configuration. SO, there is no certainty that EVERYONE with a MS 350 built in 1997 will have the exact same as what you have. Again, these links might help you.

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[Long Island Boater]

What model of Lewmar windlass do you have on your 1997 Mainship 350. I have a Concept 2 with capstan on my 390, and have a handle for manual retrieval. If that’s the same I have attached photos from the owners manual that might assist you.
Good luck!

 

[AdamC]

These 4 posts might be helpful to you. All feature details of Lewmar Windlass-es on MS 350/390.
Ours is a 2000. I cannot speak to the 1997 models. There were quite a bit of variability in these boats, their engines, and configuration. SO, there is no certainty that EVERYONE with a MS 350 built in 1997 will have the exact same as what you have. Again, these links might help you.

Windlass failure…

New Lewmar V3 Windlass

Secured for the “big blow” & windlass project update.

Project Day

I have a 1999 mainship 350. The windlass is a concept 4 with capstan. The capstan is splined to the gearbox shaft so it will not rotate with a handle. The Gypsy is operated by a friction clutch on the bottom of the capstan so removing the capstan is no help. Releasing the friction clutch allows the anchor to freefall. However there is no way to bring it back up manually. Only by removing the gearbox from the deck unit can you rotate the capstan by handle.

Sorry.

Adam

 

[Cold Duck]

I have a 1999 mainship 350. The windlass is a concept 4 with capstan. The capstan is splined to the gearbox shaft so it will not rotate with a handle. The Gypsy is operated by a friction clutch on the bottom of the capstan so removing the capstan is no help. Releasing the friction clutch allows the anchor to freefall. However there is no way to bring it back up manually. Only by removing the gearbox from the deck unit can you rotate the capstan by handle.

Sorry.

Adam

This is what mine looks like. I can’t find any designations on it but same spline, clutch and lack of any way I can see to adapt a manual retrieval.

 

[jclays]

I cannot find a P/N on my Lewmar windlass on my 1997 MS350. Newer model Lewmar windlass's have manual retrieval kits that can be placed on the windlass to bring up the anchor with a wench handle if the windlass motor dies or battery/electrical somehow fails. Do any of you older MS350 owners have P/N of the Lewmar windlass used on the 350s or a manual kit for the windlass or know of a procedure to retrieve the anchor if the windlass fails? This is not a generic question but specific to the MS350/390. Yes I can use a comalong etc. I am not looking for generic answers but very specific to the windlass's used on the MS350.

If you have a Lewmar Concept 2 they do not have a manual retrieve. The handle provided loosens the clutch that allows you to control the speed of free fall of your anchor.
I had this windlass on my 1997/350. I have since replaced my windlass after it started having retrieval issues.

 

[Cold Duck]

If you have a Lewmar Concept 2 they do not have a manual retrieve. The handle provided loosens the clutch that allows you to control the speed of free fall of your anchor.
I had this windlass on my 1997/350. I have since replaced my windlass after it started having retrieval issues.

Yup, that's mine. It's in excellent condition and works fine...... until it doesn't. Guess I will have to have a backup plan with a comalong until the unit dies then replace it. Luckily in the Delta our anchorages are less than 20ft, usually less than 10ft so manual retrieval is not too bad until it's blowing 30kts at 2am! Been there done that!