Good Windlass

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mjmwelder

Active Member
I have a 02' Gulfstream and would like to install a windlass, I live in NJ and alot of people here seem to prefer Good windlass.I would appreciated any
feedback if you own a Good windlass or have experience with a Maxwell or Lewmar Windlass.Looking to found a windlass that is trouble free, but if there is a problem you can get tech support & parts if need be.
 
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Renovator

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The above offer for the Good Windlass is indeed a great buy. I had a Good freefall on my Shammie with their pivot arm boom and it worked flawless, built bullet proof but not cheap. I would have gone back to the Good on my Sailfish but the footprint was to large to for the rode to fall in the deepest part of the locker, I opted for the Lewmar Profish 1000 freefall model and so far it has also worked well for me. The factory placement of the windlass was not ideal on my boat and I relocated it further aft, otherwise you will have problems with the rode stacking up on retrieve. I went with 600' of 8 plait and it lays in the locker just fine.
 
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downtown

Well-Known Member
I got a Pro Fish Freefall 700 on THT for a much lower price than retail. It was brand new, but had a scratch on it.
 
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delldoown

Member
Good customer service and support is second to none hoist. If you are an existing owner of the original 500 series and have any technical problems or operational problems hoist hesitate to contact us or visit our FAQ page. If you do not find your answer, contact our customer service department, we will help you in a timely manner. Hoist parts can also be directly from the factory. In order to serve you better make sure you have your model and serial number from your winch when you contact us with your parts.
 
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cedarssaunas

New Member
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ROBERTH

GreatGrady Captain
Renovator, where is the best place to get 8 plait in that much length? Also, can you get it already rigged with the chain?
 
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Renovator

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I purchased mine from a local small dealer pre spliced with the correct chain for the Lewmar. I think it was Jordan Marine or something like that, I can't put my hands on the receipt but I will re post later if you need it. I am sure he can ship to where ever. I checked International House of Ropes and Consolidated Rigging and he had the best prices.
 
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toolguy73

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ROBERTH said:
Renovator, where is the best place to get 8 plait in that much length? Also, can you get it already rigged with the chain?
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SecoSouth in Florida. Easy to find on the net, and reasonable.
 
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