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Anyone have an idea of how much 1/2 in anchor line will fit in a 1990 Overnighter anchor locker?
 
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Offhand, no. But you can fit some more by using 3/8" line. 3/8" is plenty for a small boat. Unless you want the 1/2" because it's easier to handle?
 
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Yes, that's the reason ,3/8 line is tough on the hands.
 
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I'd ask GW via their customer service web link. My guess would be 300'.
 
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rmatt said:
Anyone have an idea of how much 1/2 in anchor line will fit in a 1990 Overnighter anchor locker?
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Do you have a windlass?? If not, this could work for you.

I took this off my 228 so I could go 1/2" 8 plait and chain for my new windlass. I think it's 5/8" and 15-20' of chain. If you can use it, let's make a deal. I'll have to measure the length when I get home if you're interested.

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I have 1/2 anchor line and have to be careful how I feed it back into the box because there’s so much in there if I don’t feed it in off to the sides I can’t get the anchor shaft in. I think I only have used half of what line is in there at most but I’d guess it’d be better than 200’.
I should probably drag it out to at least check its condition. Maybe this weekend I’ll see what it’s true length is. I don’t think I could fit more than I have in there.
 
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Ky Grady said:
Do you have a windlass?? If not, this could work for you.

I took this off my 228 so I could go 1/2" 8 plait and chain for my new windlass. I think it's 5/8" and 15-20' of chain. If you can use it, let's make a deal. I'll have to measure the length when I get home if you're interested.

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That looks pretty nice and with that length of chain it has the holding power of twice a given length of line with only a five foot chain.
 
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How long did it take the dog to lay out that line like that?
 
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You can get more 8 plait than 3 ply as it will lay down more.
 
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Lt.Mike said:
I have 1/2 anchor line and have to be careful how I feed it back into the box because there’s so much in there if I don’t feed it in off to the sides I can’t get the anchor shaft in. I think I only have used half of what line is in there at most but I’d guess it’d be better than 200’.
I should probably drag it out to at least check its condition. Maybe this weekend I’ll see what it’s true length is. I don’t think I could fit more than I have in there.
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If I could get150 ft 1/2 in I would be happy.
 
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