Making a bow roller from aluminium

[dnej]

The attached is made from one sheet, then folded. Its 3mm thick accept for the support that is welded onto the boat . That is 6mm and is 50 mm high.
Works a treat
Regards David

[MTpockets]

very interesting David,
Will have to come round on Saturday for a looksee and get one made by your mate :)
cheers
Les

PS..... Thanks mate

[aido]

interesting piece of work.
hows it perform in practice?

[dnej]

Absolutely brilliant to use. When recovering the anchor , the unit is already tilted to the angle of the anchor rope.
The anchor comes right through the channel,and I fix it in place with the chain and a split bollard, close to the cuddy cab hatch.
To release, remove the chain,the bow roller tilts,and off slides the anchor, effortlessly.
Regards David
PS Deckies love it !!!!!!

[aido]

;D ;D ;D

[NQCairns]

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[dnej]

Just refreshing this for Outsider
David