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Post by nylim1951 on Jun 15, 2013 18:53:12 GMT
Hey all I have a 1977 38 ginn fizz sloop with a vertical manual windlass, does anybody know what size chain? tried 3/8 bbb and g-4 too small, 1/2 way too big.  ?? Red |
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Post by electricmonk on Jun 19, 2013 8:41:37 GMT
No quick easy answers I am afraid.
There are two ways for you solve this, there may be, could be, should be a size or a "standard" stamped on the gypsy, record it and take it to a chain supplier who might be able to supply a chain to fit - this is not an exact science and it could go wrong. The sure way is to remove the gypsy and take it to a chain supplier who will be able to match a chain to the gypsy.
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Post by nylim1951 on Jun 19, 2013 20:52:16 GMT
I actually looked in the original equiptment manual that came withthe boat and it has some windlass info, no make, however it lists the chain as 10mm. This makes sense as this is a little bigger than reg 3/8" chain, which was a tad too small. I ordered a foot from fisheries marine supply to make sure.I'll post info as I have it . thanks Red
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Post by MartyB on Jun 21, 2013 12:51:56 GMT
Another potential option, is that you can change out the gypsy to a different size. IE if you do not want to get 10mm chain shipped to you across the country, you might be able to find the gypsy local for less than shipping etc, get 3/8" g4 or g7 chain local for less overall.
Marty
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