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Old 31-07-2017, 00:20   #1
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Wanted - 5/16 High Test RCB70 Gypsy for SL555 Seatiger Windlass

I have a Simpson Laurence SL555 Seatiger windlass with a 3/8 gypsy but need the RCB70 gypsy that will work with 5/16 high test chain.

I'm willing to trade gypsys, purchase a gypsy or purchase a complete SL555 with a RCB70.

I'm located in the SF Bay Area of California.
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Old 31-07-2017, 22:07   #2
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Re: Wanted - 5/16 High Test RCB70 Gypsy for SL555 Seatiger Windlass

Hi

I am using 3/8 inch G4 Acco galvanised chain in my Simpson Lawrence SeaTiger 555 with B74 gypsy . It tends to slip and I may be interested in a swap.

I also have a PDF of
- Simpson Lawrence Sea Tiger 555 Parts List
- Simpson Lawrence S-L_Sea Tiger_Windlass Model 555 manual

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Re: Wanted - 5/16 High Test RCB70 Gypsy for SL555 Seatiger Windlass

David,

Thanks but if I understand correctly, the B74 is good for 5/16 proof but not 5/16 high test. Also, is it a chain only gypsy or will it take chain and rode on the same gypsy?

I think the RCB70 is the only chain and rode gypsy that will work with 5/16 high test.

Also, thanks for the offer of the parts list and manual but I have one of the early chain drive sl555s which I don't believe share the same internal parts.
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Old 21-08-2017, 22:50   #4
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Re: Wanted - 5/16 High Test RCB70 Gypsy for SL555 Seatiger Windlass

Anyone out there with one of these? The departure date is creeping forward.
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Re: Wanted - 5/16 High Test RCB70 Gypsy for SL555 Seatiger Windlass

I have a seawolf 620 that takes g4 ht 5/16"
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Old 25-08-2017, 11:27   #6
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Re: Wanted - 5/16 High Test RCB70 Gypsy for SL555 Seatiger Windlass

That's the chain I want to use but I'm pretty sure that gypsy won't fit on my Seatiger. I've had problems with electric in the past and really like the idea of the 2 speed manual windlass.
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Re: Wanted - 5/16 High Test RCB70 Gypsy for SL555 Seatiger Windlass

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Old 02-09-2017, 09:42   #8
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Re: Wanted - 5/16 High Test RCB70 Gypsy for SL555 Seatiger Windlass

I have an SL 555 that I am 80% sure has a 5/16" G4 gypsy. Problem is it's in Nova Scotia and I am in Maine. PM me and maybe we can work something out.
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Re: Wanted - 5/16 High Test RCB70 Gypsy for SL555 Seatiger Windlass

One more try before I shell out for a new one made out of gold.
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Re: Wanted - 5/16 High Test RCB70 Gypsy for SL555 Seatiger Windlass

Never got a PM from you. I had been asking $300 for the entire windlass. You interested in it or the gypsy?
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Re: Wanted - 5/16 High Test RCB70 Gypsy for SL555 Seatiger Windlass

Hmm, I PMed a while back and just tried again. Did you not receive either?

I am interested in it. The gypsy should have RCB70 stamped on the inside of one of the chain slots. Is it possible for someone to check it? Did it work with both chain and line? There are others that work with 5/16 high test that are chain only.

What condition is the windlass? If shipping isn't too much, I'd consider buying the whole thing. I'm at zip 94501.

Try PMing me and we can see if it goes through.
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