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Interested, I sent you a PM

Hi - is the head sail still available?
- is it correct to assume it's a furlong head sail?
Thanks
Richard

Correct it is a furling headsail

Still for sale! I was hoping it would send e an email if someone replied so I haven't logged in in awhile.

Southeast asia sails
foam luff
white sun cover
Never used
Luff:         13.49m/44.25ft
Leech:      12.74m/41.80ft
Foot:      5.89m/19.34ft
L/P (135%):   5.56m/18.23ft

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I just finished up my windlass install. There is a good discussion on some things you'll need to be prepared for if you go with the Maxwell vw10-8 or the vw10-10. Scroll the recent topics and you'll see a discussion there on the topic or search the board. It wont be an easy swap though unfortunately.

Here is a picture of mine located under the main breaker. I hope this helps.

My condolences, sorry for your loss.

Roger that. I agree the chain angle isn't the cause. I currently do have my chain locker divided however the chain falling problem seems to be with the distance from the gypsy to the back of the chain locker. If there is a twist in the chain, instead of rolling over and correcting itself on sequential links it binds up in the area same with retrieval. I am able to forward and reverse it to fix but what a PITA after all the money spent and hours installing. I am considering doing some fiberglass work to make that area larger. Another thought I hope is true is that it may correct itself after anchoring with it so the chain will be straighten out so to speak.

Noah, I wish I would have found that thread before I started my install. That spacer looks great. The 3/8 chain may be overkill but I always oversize my groundtackle. I've been in some big blows at anchor and its nice to have when its needed. But it is indeed causing me a problem with this windlass. I'm going to have to find a way get some more space behind the chain. The lead angle is not ideal but something ill have to live with. I look forward to hearing how the all chain rode works for you. cheers

Interior view

I completed my installation this weekend. It wasn't a direct swap like I had hoped. I was able to find a spot for the second switch. I went with the 3/8 gypsy in hindsight I would have gone with 5/16 because I am having an issue with the chain bunching up.

I dont think there is room on my MKii either for a second foot switch unfortunately. I like the idea of installing the controls at the helm. Question: Can I reuse the existing solnoid or do I need to purchase the one you can buy with it? I havent opened up the area yet to see whats what. TIA

Thanks for the info!

Thanks, I was hoping to get the info on the $12.99 Amazon special mentioned above. I have a MKii with just the rope drum. Is the swap strait forward or is there any modifications needed?