Experience with electric winch handles

[Jim Cate]

Originally Posted by Char99

Based on previous reading on here I bought a Millwakee 18 volt Hole Hawg 1/2"

I looked for a 28 volt but did not find one. Is yours 18 volts? I found on my first try it would not bring in the 90% jib the last 10 inches in about 18-20 knot wind. Are you using the 18volt version?

Charles
Cal2-46 Pacifica

Charles, ours is the 28 volt model. Depending on your winches, the new 18 v model is reported by some to be adequate. I have no experience with such, and won't comment.

There have been rumors that the 28 v line has been discontinued, and for sure they have never been available in Australia. Again, no knowledge on my part.

Good luck in your search!

Jim

[catalystcat]

I'll second the 60V Dewalt right angle drill with the Harken bit. I watched a pair of riggers go up and down masts about a dozen times (more than one boat, including mine) in one day without changing batteries and never having the drill bog down. I asked them about it and they loved it. Said they had upgraded from an older Milwaukee. I bought one and like it a lot.

[Nicholson58]

Originally Posted by Jim Cate

Charles, ours is the 28 volt model. Depending on your winches, the new 18 v model is reported by some to be adequate. I have no experience with such, and won't comment.

There have been rumors that the 28 v line has been discontinued, and for sure they have never been available in Australia. Again, no knowledge on my part.

Good luck in your search!

Jim

Easy google search. 28 volt has way more torque and reserve power.