Having your winches running smoothly is key to a good days sailing, regardless if you are racing or cruising it is must to have your winches in a tip top operating state.
The team at Bottom up Boats recommends an annual service, checking and replacing warn parts with new ones. Following an annual service program will ensure that your sheets and halyard are under complete control each and every time you are out on the water.
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Degreaser to clean the winch parts.
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3 in 1 oil to keep the springs working.
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Grease to protect the gears
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Paint brush to apply the oil and grease
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Lewmar winch spring and spare parts
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Today video showed you how to service the Lewmar Ocean 40 Two Speed winch, this method will work on most of the Lewmar range, covering both standard and self tailing models.
Taking the time to build and end to end maintenance program for your sailboat or yacht will ensure that everything is working as expected when you are on the water. A little be of reglar maintenance on your boat pays of with issue free sailing.
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