The weather forecast had been for mostly sunny skies and temps in the 60's. Not bathing suit weather, but we can handle that. It was not to be, though! Rainy, dreary and chilly....and 20-25 knot winds! Oh well, we've had some great sailing this year, can't complain too much...
A messy boat chore - the windlass (the motorized winch that brings the anchor up) wasn't working. Duane had to get to the motor/wiring - so the vee-berth had to be slightly disassembled.
Duane's feet - he's snugged up in the bow removing the motor.
Long story short - the motor manufacturer is no longer in business....so doesn't look like we'll get replacement parts. One of the "brushes" in the motor was stuck - so Duane freed that up, cleaned it up and reinstalled. (It's messy because the brushes are made of carbon and the carbon dust gets everywhere....)
Viola, it works again. Don't know how long it will work - but it's good right now!!
Put it all back together and she's ready for the next visitor!
1 comment:
Awesome job! I would have guessed that he could do it though...
Love,
T
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