On this relatively recent thread, I see the idea I have for mounting a horizontal windless on a custom shelf under the locker hatch . Edd, how did your project work out? Lessons learned? I see earlier comment on this from Martin DeYoung and others.
On my ‘85 37, I’m thinking of mounting heavy 7-inch alum “C” channel beneath my bow cleats (replacing backer plates), securing to the bottom legs a double glassed shelf (3/4” m.grade ply) to span the locker opening p-s. The cleats are center-locker, which seems an ideal position for the Maxwell windlass Santa is belatedly delivering. I see added benefit of more structure in the bow but your thoughts are welcome on possible issues from this arrangement. It does reduce access to the locker somewhat, but a 10” shelf out of 28” opening allows some room yet. Thoughts?
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