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> You are aware, of course, that electric anchor retrievers are not designed to
> pull a set anchor? You are supposed to motor fwd, break anchor hold and then
> lift without tension.
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> I checked all of them and came to conclusion Minn Kota's 100 lb lift unit was
> perfect for an 8-9lb Danforth on bow of P19... My arm gave out and that is
> another unaccomplished project.
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> Best'
> SF
Hi SF,
I'm not going to install an electric windlass to retreive and play out the rode -- just a proper chainpipe instead of running it thru the ventilation cowl. You know, one of those stainless "holes" to the chain locker with a cover.
The roller mount thingie for the anchor is the only way to store a delta or bruce or CQR anchor on deck ready for deployment -- those anchors just don't lend themselve to hanging off the bow pulpit.
The heaviest anchor I'll have is a 14-lb Delta -- my arm is strong enough to hoist that without a windlass.
Best,
Judy B