McMurray Windlass info

[Jwsteiner76]

Could you please send documentation for this? Jwsteiner76@gmail.com. just had motor rebuild for mine. On a 77 Uniflite. Missing rear bearing, trying to locate. Thanks in advance!

[pbsurf]

Steve
I am interested in the McMurray Windlass PDF, please send it to me at pbsurf2@att.net. I'm very happy with the 1972 Grand Banks 42' classic I purchased 6 months ago. Really looking forward to getting the windlass working so I can anchor without the hassle of pulling it up by hand. Noticed the commuter area has significant grooves worn in by the brushes. Have been told it needs to be refinished by a lathe. Thanks for the help. Chris

[dtraynor]

Originally Posted by DiverSteve

I have McMurry Windlass literature published by Doc Freeman's. The pdf file is too large to upload, contact me if you want an email of the file.
The documentation indicates;
-Reassembly with new "O" ring 3" x 1/16" and Permatex #2
-140 gear oil filled to top of bottom bolt heads Fwd. Brg.
-Check brushes at least once a year. Replacement brushes Autolite No. SB2.

Hi Steve - I've just had my motor serviced, but as I was reassembling it, it appears that one of the clutch plates is cracked. I have been unable to find anyone who knows what type of material they're made of (probably asbestos!) or what might work as a substitute. Could you send me that PDF file please? Maybe there is some more info there and it would certainly be a good resource to have. My email address is dave@davetraynor.com.

Many thanks,
Dave

[gkelfner]

So to remove the motor, you must disassemble the entire windless? That seems excessive.

[gkelfner]

My McMurray is a model 608, that's the only number I can find. Your disassemble instructions may be different. Have you seen one like mine?
The motor needs a rebuild, maybe a new one. Can you help me with removing the motor?
Gary
Gkelfner@earthlink.net

[Tom Magwire]

I have replaced the motor on my McMurray windlass with a new Ford starting motor After reassembly gear oil leaks into the motor from the windlass. The "0" ring on the motor shaft does not seem to seal the motor. What am I doing wrong? I have made several attempts to stop the leak by adding a washer on the shaft next to the "0" ring thus creating more tension. Nothing has worked. If anyone has any expericence rebuilding this windlass I would appreciate any suggestions. Also, does anyone have the manual (PDF file) for this windlass that they could email me?

Thanks,
Tom Magwire
tjmltd@olypen.com

[GordMay]

HTH ➥ https://cya.wildapricot.org/Resource...chor_Winch.pdf

[Tom Magwire]

Thank you very much for sharing the file on the McMurray windlass. It appears that I may have been overfilling with oil. I will try removing some oil and see if I still have a leak.
Thanks again,
Tom Magwire

[Tom Magwire]

One more question for anyone who has rebuilt their McMurray windlass. The schematic shows a 3" o-ring on the motor shaft between the motor and windlass. There is no groove for the o-ring to sit in. What is it's purpose? Is Permatex # 2 adequate between the plates?

Thanks.

Re: McMurray Windlass info

The documentation indicates;
-Reassembly with new "O" ring 3" x 1/16" and Permatex #2
-140 gear oil filled to top of bottom bolt heads Fwd. Brg.
-Check brushes at least once a year. Replacement brushes Autolite No. SB2.

[Monty12345]

I am looking for the chain splitter and a gypsy..mine was hammered by the chain sticking to the gypsy..so I think I need a new gypsy as well.
Thanks for any reply
Monty

[Monty12345]

I'm in need of a McMurry chain stripper and gypsy.
Thanks.
monty1540@gmail.com

[Monty12345]

Looking for a replacement on my mcmurry..gypsy is worn out..is there a company that sells those with the same dimension?
Monty
Monty1540@gmail.com

[Monty12345]

Still looking for a gypsy for my McMurray windlass. Does anyone know if there us a comparable one on the market? I would also buy a wrecked one for parts..thks