Removing tension from windlass

[Marc_H]

Did a search for this and didn't find much.
Recently installed a new Spade S140 weighting 66lbs.
Was wondering weather I should be concerned about leaving tension on the windlass after the anchor has been raised.
I have heard of a couple of folks that use stainless ratchet straps to keep the anchor "home" thus relieving the pressure on the windlass.

Now when I seat the anchor, I don't allow the windlass to excerpt maximum force but basically I try and use as little force as possible. With that being said, I would like to get the maximum life possible and was wondering if by using some straps, I would be relieving the stress off of the seals and bearings or is this too much effort for too little gain? Thoughts?

Thanks
Marc