Good Windlass Rebuild Large 540p

This is a rebuild of a Good Windlass 850C 5/8. Instructional.

[@Iron_DPT]

I recently purchased this same windlass. How do you use this with an anchor? My anchor has a chain but the chain will not go through the winch. Is there a special anchor to use?

[@KeithKovarik]

Where did you find the parts? Is there a certain website you went to?

[@thisoldboat8857]

Good Windlass is still in business and is great to work with. www.goodwindlass.com/

[@erichellstern542]

perfect , thanks for posting ,I'm doing the same job tomorrow and have the exact same problem. I would add a small screw driver or straight pick to your list of tools. I used it to align the guide with the cover hole. Also an alan wrench for a portable power drill helps make the job go faster.

[@G-mans]

Not an 850c ,those are vertical. This is a CFD.

[@SWOguyUSN]

@This Old Boat Jeff, where were you able to source the parts? I don't see anything from Good except repair options and limited repair parts available for purchase. Mind sharing the vendor and the pricing?

[@thisoldboat8857]

They will sell you the kit if you ask about it. www.goodwindlass.com/