RE: Winches question

["Langer, Frank" <FLanger@xxxxxxxxx>]

I think white lithium grease would be fine, if applied lightly, though there
is a special winches lubrication that Lewmar puts out.  But only use it on
the bearings, not on the springs/pawls.  On the latter, a very light oil is
recommended, as the grease can make them stick and negatively affect the
function of the winch.  Before lubricating, it's important to clean them
thoroughly--amazing how much grime can collect on them, even from one year
to the next, despite the fact that the bearings are covered.  
Good luck!
Frank.

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> From: 	Wes Woods[SMTP:woods@xxxxxxxxxxx]
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> Sent: 	Friday, March 05, 2004 9:32 AM
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> Subject: 	Winches question
> 
> I plan on cleaning and lubing my winches this weekend. Having not found
> any
> data in the tech tips can anyone give me some input on the proper grease
> to
> use? I plan on white lithium (sp) because of it's light weight, but don't
> know how it deals with moisture.
> 
> Any input will be greatly appreciated.
> 
> Wes
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> 
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