If only every how to video was THAT awesome... very nicely done! Taking on the project of winch maintenance on our 1974 Catalina 27 in the next few weeks!!!
2 x Barlow 25 primaries here...just about to overhaul and get rechromed. Got 4 secondary Canon 20's to do as well. Thanks for the upload...they are pretty simple devices but always good to have something to familiarise yourself with before beginning the overhaul.
I'm just working on a Barlow 24. I notice you didn't actually put any grease on the demo winch in your video. Also notice guys in other videos are really greasing the heck out of everything. So what's better in your opinion ? To grease, or not to grease ? That is the question.
I'm in freshwater, which means a lot less corrosion, but yes, I only lightly grease the winch. Too much grease only gets gummed up faster, in my opinion. Whatever the case, regular maintenance is a must.
How is done if winch is mounted When I try to turn the Allen key,the whole body of 5he winch turn Do I need something like a monkey wrench to hold it? Thanks before hand
Do you have a description of Maintenance of Barlow 3-way Winch ? Or is it quite similar to this 2-way winch ? I don't know the type actually but it is built approx. 1980 and installed on a Sweden Yacht Comfort 34.
Very useful video! I have 2 x 24 Barlow winches and was able to adapt sufficiently without ever having serviced one before and no parts left over :) p.s I oiled the pawls and greased the bearings only. Was I supposed to grease the cog wheels too?
That's really helpful! Thanks for making such a clear and informative video.
If only every how to video was THAT awesome... very nicely done! Taking on the project of winch maintenance on our 1974 Catalina 27 in the next few weeks!!!
Journey of Life thanks. Good luck!
Thanks for this very helpful video. Our Barlow 23-26 is from 1980 and now works just like the new ones again.
Excellent and so very helpful, thanks a lot!
2 x Barlow 25 primaries here...just about to overhaul and get rechromed. Got 4 secondary Canon 20's to do as well. Thanks for the upload...they are pretty simple devices but always good to have something to familiarise yourself with before beginning the overhaul.
Excellent, particularly the pawl spring explanation and photography.
Glad you liked it!
Thanks so much. The neglected winches I inherited required a lot more pushing and shoving, but your video was invaluable.
Thank you nice and clear and at a steady pace, has given me an insight on what's inside.
andrew white great! Good luck.
Very good information. Needed a reminder.
Nice walk through. Many thanks.
Nicely done. Thank you for sharing this info with us.
Glad it was helpful!
Brilliant! Thank you!
Good video. I use grease on everything except pawls and ratchets - where oil is specified.
Thanks for the video Cheers from Pittwater Australia
You're welcome. Hope it was helpful. A cold, snowy day project for me a few years ago. Hopefully, you're enjoying warmer weather.
Thanks, good clear concise information.
Thanks for that im servicing my 23s tomorrow
Thanks for the video!! Well done!
Thank you
I'm just working on a Barlow 24. I notice you didn't actually put any grease on the demo winch in your video. Also notice guys in other videos are really greasing the heck out of everything. So what's better in your opinion ? To grease, or not to grease ? That is the question.
I'm in freshwater, which means a lot less corrosion, but yes, I only lightly grease the winch. Too much grease only gets gummed up faster, in my opinion. Whatever the case, regular maintenance is a must.
How is done if winch is mounted
When I try to turn the Allen key,the whole body of 5he winch turn
Do I need something like a monkey wrench to hold it?
Thanks before hand
Do you have a description of Maintenance of Barlow 3-way Winch ? Or is it quite similar to this 2-way winch ? I don't know the type actually but it is built approx. 1980 and installed on a Sweden Yacht Comfort 34.
No, I don't. I'm sorry. Good luck!
hi I just posted a link to your video from mine. its not really a how to but I returned a link to ya
Very useful video! I have 2 x 24 Barlow winches and was able to adapt sufficiently without ever having serviced one before and no parts left over :) p.s I oiled the pawls and greased the bearings only. Was I supposed to grease the cog wheels too?
A dab of grease would be fine on the cogs. Glad it was helpful.
Can I use de natured alcohol to clean with?
I'd go with mineral spirits or kerosene if you want to dissolve the gunk.
NOO, I did that and my boat evaporated
What size Allen key is required Thanks
I'm sorry, I don't recall. I'd assume it was metric, though.
Medium Size