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John Bickford wrote:
> I had considered the chain-rope combination but the configuration of our
> anchor windlass appears that it would make transitioning from rope to chain
> would be quite difficult. One hundred feet of chain with 300 feet of rope
> would be my preference if I can figure out how to feed the rope around the
> capstan and get the chain into its gypsy head.
The windlasses I'm familiar with all have chain-rope gypsies. These will
handle a chain-rope splice very neatly, but will require some help if you're
dealing with a thimble and shackle.
If you have to change from capstan to gypsy, a chain hook or chain stopper
to hold the rode secure while making the shift should do the trick.
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Best,
Bryan (KB3HMZ)
"Capella" Valiant 40 #158
Annapolis, MD
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