Installing an Electric Windlass (SVGaruda Ep13)

In this episode we upgrade a bit by installing an electric windlass - removing our old manual windlass first and re-fiberglassing the deck to address a leak. The leak was likely more annoying than problematic, because every time it rains heavily, water makes it way through the deck (yikes!… not good… we don’t need a wet deck core because it will eventually rot and lose it’s structural integrity), down the new anchor locker door, and end up dripping on our feet in the V-berth. Enough is enough… time to put an end to this leak. …and as long as we’re going to be removing the windlass to do so, why to get a new, powered windlass?!?! (At least that’s the logic I used to convince Heather that this project would be worthwhile.) Of course, removing the old manual windlass and replacing it with a new powered one is only the beginning of the project. We also have to install new wiring runs to power everything… and take a quick detour to make a new panel in the cockpit to fit a secondary switch along with the autopilot controller. Like all boat projects, it’s a little bigger project once we begin… We upload as regularly as we can... but only if we genuinely have something to post. We know that's not exactly "algorithm friendly" but it feels right to us. Unfortunately, this means we may not show up in your feed as often as you want us too. To make sure you don't miss an episode, please subscribe to our channel. You can also find and connect with us here: Follow us on the 'Gram = @herb_svgaruda  @heather_on_sv_garuda Buy us a beer = https://svgaruda.com/why-we-cruise/ Check out our website = https://svgaruda.com/ And don’t forget to grab some official Merch! Support our channel and show your Garuda pride. https://svgaruda.com/shop/