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@carloscarney8471 9 күн бұрын
Some of the best splicing I have seen. Are you going to make a video on splicing?
@Darkhorsemarine 9 күн бұрын
Why thank you! We have some quick run-through splicing videos on our YT Channel currently :) We hope to make some more detailed versions soon!
@j.g.w.vanderneut4884 12 күн бұрын
Wow, many thanks x 1000....
@Darkhorsemarine 9 күн бұрын
You're most welcome!
@pg6349 22 күн бұрын
MDR does make the Whip -End Dip in black. However, they are marketing it as MDR Liquid Lectric Tape, which comes in a 4 oz. bottle as well. I looked up the chemical composition of both products. They are identical. The only difference is the red and black colorants added.
@Darkhorsemarine 22 күн бұрын
Good to know! We will give that paint a try. And no worries! - We always wear the proper PPE when using our heating and painting materials. We also have a ventilation system in place to blow away any direct fumes. Thank you so much for your feedback! :)
@svWayfinder Ай бұрын
The two difficult parts of this install are to get the cotter pin to follow the curve of the swivel and to seize the shackle. This video covers neither.
@Darkhorsemarine Ай бұрын
No need to reinvent the wheel! Also, the instructions are included in the package, this is a quick walk through. kzbin.info/www/bejne/bYewo2enZrOWe5osi=Kb7ft1kmPSyBGbBA
@prudencewheeler100 Ай бұрын
I wish your video gets millions of views because you have great content. Try running ads for your channel using some kind of system.
@Darkhorsemarine 24 күн бұрын
Thank you for the support and feedback! :)
@Iearningcurves-q4n Ай бұрын
👍
@ericastreeter-z5o Ай бұрын
Outstanding work. I am preparing to do this as a new chain required for my windlas. It appears you do not need to mark the strands to be tucked as left or right. Is that correct? Thanks for the video!
@Darkhorsemarine Ай бұрын
You can absolutely mark the strands for help guiding your way down if you choose :) You're most welcome and thank you for the feedback!
@SV_Argo Ай бұрын
FANTASTIC!!! Finally a 8-Plait video to follow!!
@Darkhorsemarine Ай бұрын
Thank you for the feedback :) Glad you liked it!
@saraanderson7596 2 ай бұрын
Love this!
@Darkhorsemarine Ай бұрын
Thank you!
@JoseRivera-tl2dy 2 ай бұрын
bro, if only was that easy to get under your hull....smdh
@Darkhorsemarine 2 ай бұрын
@@JoseRivera-tl2dy very true, it's just for demonstration purposes so that you can easily see the steps. It's obviously much different on the boat.
@martylynchian8628 2 ай бұрын
I need a chain to be under salt water 24/7. Which material do I use?
@Darkhorsemarine 2 ай бұрын
@@martylynchian8628 I would look for 316 stainless but if it's not for a windlass, you can use mooring chain, which isn't as pricey as short link windlass chain.
@michaellippmann4474 2 ай бұрын
There are also other factors...the actual type of 316 matters and also, if you are in warm salt water as opposed to cold salt water. There is a lot of research out there about SS anchor chain. A high quality galvanized (note I said high quality, not cheap but if you are seriously anchoring cheap is never the better option) there are lots of issues with SS chain corroding very quickly in a salt water environment. Look to European or NA chain manufacturers, not Chinese.... Good luck Mike
@martylynchian8628 2 ай бұрын
Which one can I use under water?
@Darkhorsemarine 24 күн бұрын
Either will work! The stainless steel is made so that it shouldn't rust, so that would be the durable option over time.
@chippyjohn1 2 ай бұрын
Metric sizes are much more common. Pointless talking about obsolete sizes.
@Darkhorsemarine 2 ай бұрын
@@chippyjohn1 not in the US. Most boat owners in our market do not use metric sizing. They are weekend/occasional boaters. We use what's relatable for our customers.
@au1639 4 ай бұрын
I have a question. For a 45 footer, what are the pros and cons of using the 5/8" polyester double braids. Can it be used instead of the 8 strands or 3 strands? This is for the installation of permanent anchor line used on the dock. Considering to use 20kg danforth anchor with 3 to 5 meters of chain, and then 5/8" double braid polyester rope tail. Depth is about 5 to 7 meters deep. Do you think the 3m of chains would suffice? or 5m or more required for this.The bottom is mostly few inches of mud sediments on top and sand gravels down underneath.
@Darkhorsemarine 4 ай бұрын
Hi! Double braid is very strong and typically used in dock lines. If you're using it with any type of windlass or winch, I would check for compatibility. I know that AnchorLift uses double braid but it's not recommended for any other windlass. I have had customers use it with no problems but the outer cover can get really picked apart and it does not have much stretch to it to absorb shock. If you're considering using it with a windlass other than AnchorLift, get a dockline in 5/8" and attach it to an anchor and make sure that your windlass can grab it without slipping when under tension before you invest in a long length of rope. I can't speak much about pros and cons since we don't work with double braid so I am not a great source of info there. You have a nice sized anchor but I would still lean more towards the 5 meters of chain, given the size of your boat. I don't think you'll regret having more chain but if you go with less, it's hard to add on more (we're not a fan of connector links). Hope this helps and thanks for the question!
@au1639 4 ай бұрын
@@Darkhorsemarine Thank you so much for your advice. I will look into the issues with the windlass compatibility.
@sniffinclose 5 ай бұрын
And the most important thing, a testrun with rode an chain will be in another video?
@nickcancro7927 6 ай бұрын
Use a mantis swivel. The shackle is included and part of the design
@Darkhorsemarine 6 ай бұрын
@@nickcancro7927 agree- and we recently started carrying them. Makes it so much easier!
@jb243wp 6 ай бұрын
Seriously ppl commenting there's no silicone or sealer within the bolts.. Are they the same ppl that don't realise it's just a basic simplicity demo, and don't actually realise it's not a real boat 🤔
@besearchingforwisdom6267 6 ай бұрын
Use a short length of chain between the swivel and attach it to the other end of the anchor, then a break-away at the end of the arm
@simonband6991 6 ай бұрын
That shackle you are using is undersized,you need next size up and use three links of 10mm chain. All will fit properly and is just what i have on my boat.
@bobbymatos3951 6 ай бұрын
Hi there! The sizes of shackle to chain link are not described in this video. This video is purely for demonstration. However, you raise an excellent point! We recommend that you choose a shackle size that is one size bigger than the chain you are using. So for example, if your anchor rode has 1/4" chain, you would want to go up to a 5/16" shackle and keep the links in between as 1/4". Also, if you go up any bigger than one size, the shackle will not fit through the chain link. Thank you for your comments! Happy Boating!
@michaelinkster4977 6 ай бұрын
I have a Lewmar windlass fitted in an anchor locker bolted to a bulkhead. 20 years old but away from the wind and rain. I operate from within the boat cabin using a built-in control unit with a basic up and down switch, again all covered. Suddenly there’s no power there or when I plug in the up and down control on the windlass itself. What’s the most likely cause and where do I look!? Everything else connected to batteries works fine. It’s completely dead, as I say!?
@Darkhorsemarine 6 ай бұрын
@@michaelinkster4977 Hi Michael, thanks for sharing your windlass problem with us. My first advice to anyone who is having issues with a powerless windlass is to take the rode out of the anchor locker to avoid injury while diagnosing the problem. Once it's been removed, steer clear of the chainwheel and put 12 volts directly to the two post or wires to the motor. If you have a 3 wire windlass put negative to the center post and positive to the outside post. If the motor doesn't turn, then replace it. If it turns, connect the wires to the solenoid and keep working your way back to the battery. If you're still having issues, please email us at [email protected]
@michaelinkster4977 6 ай бұрын
@@Darkhorsemarine sorted - someone had actually turned off the power to the windlass switch!! Thanks
@Honda1k 7 ай бұрын
What size cleat
@Honda1k 7 ай бұрын
Do you need a swivel for 8 plait rode?
@sell500hp 8 ай бұрын
It's worth adding that a good strength quality shackle should be used 😊
@BobbyMatos 8 ай бұрын
This anchor swivel looks well made. What sized do they come in and what do you recommend for a 33' boat?
@Darkhorsemarine 8 ай бұрын
Hi! The size will depend on the chain. The smallest model is the S1 and that fits chain that's 1/4" and 5/16" so it's likely that is what you'd need.
@josephballerini3730 9 ай бұрын
Going to try a swivel for the fist time this season. I am a little nervous about it but I've had more and more problems with kinked up chain and it is a pain in the butt to unwind.
@josephballerini3730 9 ай бұрын
I also have multiple extra anchors and rode on board so that is some back up.
@vancekeith5642 10 ай бұрын
Great video, thanks
@mikestevens2053 10 ай бұрын
Then be sure to get a great night's sleep at anchor, knowing that you're just a broken zip tie away from a shifting wind pulling your anchor up, and preventing it from re-setting. Enjoy your midnight swim!
@brianmock551 Жыл бұрын
Is it a given that the deck is strong enough, ..is there a guide to estimate loads vs. deck thickness?
@dustydavey7313 Жыл бұрын
Or just don't use shitty designed swivels
@kornel02 Жыл бұрын
You are mentioning your video in which you are preventing breaking the swivel (kzbin.info/www/bejne/pqHGd6Rul7Ksrpo)... In a situation where the anchor holds, boat turns and applies side force on the anchor. In that situation this presented solution just releases the anchor... Am I missing something?
@Misteribel Жыл бұрын
That shackle is very small. I know it's just a demo, but I'd like to stress you should use a rated shackle, one that's rated above the WSS of your chain. Furthermore, use a stainless shackle only with SS chain (Aisi 316 or better, 318). If your anchor is galvanized, use a galvanized shackle instead. They're stronger than SS shackles. The swivel should also be rated, and checked for cracks every time you hoist the anchor.
@nikorodriguez411 Жыл бұрын
I have a 2003 Proline 22 Walk and recommendations for that style of boat?
@Darkhorsemarine Жыл бұрын
Hi Niko, please send pics to [email protected] and I’ll have a look. Send top, side and inside the anchor looker. Have a get day.
@tomhermens7698 Жыл бұрын
Stainless will snap. Galvanised bends. Also galvanised is stronger (not from China!!!)
@jimmerrill5471 Жыл бұрын
You are a superhero
@rollingrecords9019 Жыл бұрын
You guys are the best 💯
@robertjohnson957 Жыл бұрын
Helpful!
@Honda1k Жыл бұрын
Roller part number?
@kari53 Жыл бұрын
0:41 That's what she said.
@sailboatbob3969 Жыл бұрын
you make it look so simple....but i can't get to my bow from the side of my boat, then what?
@jerryholder1350 Жыл бұрын
Probably a dumb request, but I’m new to having a windlass. Just lost my anchor wrapped around a tree. Had to cut rope. Diver retrieved by anchor. I have to attach new rope and respool the chain through the gypsy. Can you show us how to do that?
@youtubeleavemealone Жыл бұрын
Thank you for properly describing the reason not the attach the swivel to the anchor directly. I have encountered a swivel manufacturer that was unaware of the issue. I have seen an improper installation on a brand new 3 million dollar yacht. I have seen failed swivels, just as you described. The risk & the reasons are real.
@youtubeleavemealone Жыл бұрын
Anchor Rope??? Do you mean anchor line? Chain Wheel??? Do you mean gypsy? Do you mean wildcat? No comment about the line to chain splice? Do you have credentials to justify that uniform? Or are you just a spokes-model?
@larryflorida5695 5 ай бұрын
Anna is the real thing, and so is Monica. I've bought rope from them and it's top drawer is is their advice? And yes, it's rope off the spool. it becomes line or rode depending on what you do with it. but sometimes it's just nice to use layman's terms to understand things. Same with the gypsy, it's still a wheel. The chain to rope splice is a different video. Look it up.
@richardwakelin843 Жыл бұрын
Hi 👋 slight difference of opinion, I never permanently attach my anchor rhode to my yacht, I have a soft eye, so I can attach a bouy if I need to jettison it. The eye has a cord attached to the vessel, which can easily cut with a knife if & when needed
@donrichitt Жыл бұрын
Thanks for your video as it was timely. I have noticed our rode (8 Stand Plait) becoming twisted and getting jammed under the gypsy. I wanted to install a swivel like I use to have before switching out to a trip type attachment. What you have presented is what I was hoping would work. Just need to find 18" of some G4 chain. Thanks again.
@donrichitt Жыл бұрын
You inserted the zip tie on the upper part of the opening at the end of the shaft. We have found it better to attach the chain to the lower part of that opening. This way, the chain will roll up onto the bow roller much better, allowing the shaft and anchor to come up on the bow roller upright. Attaching the zip ties to the upper portion of that opening puts much more stress on the zip ties, causing them to break more often.
@Darkhorsemarine Жыл бұрын
I see what you’re saying. We will definitely recommend that to our customers. I’ll update our video as soon as we get a chance. Thanks for your feedback.
@stevengross4113 Жыл бұрын
funny, was going to order from DH but i wanted to double check my windlass and I found this vid. thanks
@juantwo322 Жыл бұрын
What windlass, anchor, anchor & rope length do U recommend for a Boston Whaler 235 Conquest?
@Darkhorsemarine Жыл бұрын
Thanks for your inquiry. More than happy to help. Please send images to [email protected] or text them to 727.489.4533. Looking forward to helping.
@JorgeCalder Жыл бұрын
On the contrary. Generally speaking, stainless steel is stronger and more corrosion-resistant than galvanized steel. Stainless steel chains are also typically more expensive than galvanized steel chains. Galvanized steel chains are coated with a layer of zinc, which provides some level of protection against rust and corrosion. They are commonly used in applications such as playground equipment, animal tie-out chains, and general-purpose utility chains. Stainless steel chains, on the other hand, are highly resistant to corrosion and can withstand exposure to harsh environments, making them a good choice for marine and outdoor applications. They are also commonly used in food processing and medical equipment, as they are non-toxic and easy to clean.
@DianaBachem Жыл бұрын
The pop up cleat will become trash after a few uses of the windlass having the chain going back and forth over it
@SailingSarah Жыл бұрын
Silicone???? 🤔
@Darkhorsemarine Жыл бұрын
You can, but we recommend 3M 4200 adhesive