Windlass anchor system on F44

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Pcravens
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Windlass anchor system on F44

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We have a windless anchor system on a F44. It’s 110 volt , the anchor is directly attached to the chain by a clevis. I was told I need a rope in between the chain and anchor for shock load. Do I need to add a rope or stay chain only.
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Re: Windlass anchor system on F44

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You can use all chain, but you should also use a snubber line. I would not use a rope between the anchor and the chain never seen anyone do that. defeats the purpose of the chain.

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Are you sure the windlass is 110 volt?
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We use 100 feet of chain with 200 feet of rope behind it.
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Nothing wrong with a chain and rope but the chain goes to the then rope.
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Re: Windlass anchor system on F44

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Thanks
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