Big Anchor Winch Strip Down - Project Brupeg Ep. 223

The most impactful way to support Brupeg is to become a Patreon. Patreons literally keep us going with each episode. Brupeg supporters like you are now the boat's only source of funding for steel, tools, and consumables like grinding discs and welding gear.

Support us on Patreon! for every episode Ad-free & Early, plus exclusive monthly live feeds

Donate to Project Brupeg

T-shirts, Coffee Mugs, Hoodies, stickers etc

Facebook

Instagram

T Minus 6-10 Weeks to Launch (assuming Jess doesn't head butt another 2kg clamp, a new global pandemic doesn't engulf the planet, or we've made a terrible error in our calculations).
We are both really excited that we are stripping down the anchor winch, it's a sure sign we are getting close to launch as its a job that never made it up the priority list because you don't need to anchor much on the hardstand... unless there is a good storm here in Queensland... which does happen here.
We had to strip this winch down now to make our deadline for launch as there is a crack in the cast iron housing that dropped oil all over the foredeck, that we didn't know about when we rebuilt the winch the first time (Episode 51). What we did know about was the stainless shaft is bent, the locking threads are worn beyond repair and we need to build brakes for the chain gypsy.
We also knew we had to replace two noisy bearings at some point which we didn't replace last time due to cost but this time we are hoping to fit two new thrust bearings.
We will get this winch housing into our local specialist engineering shop (Bents Engineers) so they start the repairs. We'll keep you updated and we will get back to the last major clean-up before launch.
We hope you enjoy
Jess & Dame

[makeitwork]

This was a great video!!! This is my favourite type of video, where you take something apart, talk about it, assess it, and take action. Dame, you’re just a bulldog when you start ripping into something, I know what it’s like to be in that zone (though never often enough). Great to see you two working together and in good spirits. Be well.

[Invinciblemoam]

That’s a Radicon gearbox, not made anymore but there’s still plenty of them around, also you don’t need to pack those bearings, they’re oil lubricated, the grease will mix with your oil and contaminate it. If you need any advice just reply to this comment, I rebuilt these on a daily basis 👍

[codemonkeyk]

If you put a little bar and chain oil on the non-lubricated internals, it will create a protective film that will stop the surface rust from coming back once you clean it off. It's often used as an under car treatment in areas where during the winter salt is put down on the road.

[ZacharyDeNisco]

I am enjoying the winch rebuild! HAZZAH from NYC!

[cannon]

The threads on the winch shaft are BUTTRESS.

[evanpenny]

The discussion at about 2:00: Suspect the threads on this shaft are American Standard Buttress Threads. By the look of it these threads are designed to resist axial forces directed along the shaft, into the machinery housing. Not sure why this should be, but there you are.

[mikewebb]

The hydraulic motor and worm gear are designed to lift the anchor and chain. They are not meant to take the kind of loads caused by anchoring in heavy seas or storm-force winds. I strongly suggest you build something between the bow-roller and the winch that traps the chain and takes the load. There's a name for this device, just can't bring it to mind.

[dinsdalepiranah]

Had to smile at the start: reminds me of every job I do. "Oh I only need a couple of tools." By the time I've finished I've made many trips to the tool storage area and have pulled out just about every tool... at least you've got the right tools I often have every tool out and still have to use the wrong tool to do the job.

[billmeldrum]

You guys must be getting excited. Interesting episode. 🇨🇦

[twilamoore]

Don't bet on those seals being good. ALWAYS replace seals when you have something apart.

[kats]

Hi guys the thread on the output Shraft is a buttress thread. they are used in high load applications

[midgoog]

That shaft has had a massive over torque on the fastener nut and the necked (hour glass shaped area) has stretched because the elastic limit of the metal has been exceeded. It is a stretched bolt waiting to snap off. I'd guess someone has tried to make up for worn out or non existent friction material.
I hope you weren't offended by what I was shouting at the screen when you were using the airtool as a hammer. Sounds like the bigger one needs a few drops of oil in the air intake. A couple drops every time you use them will keep the air motor happy.
Eric

[bishopkinlyside]

Hi guys looks like you are having a real lot of fun fixing this up you can see that you are in your element Damien and jes you’re excited also may God bless you both Cliff from down the road at Logan city

[cliffstevenson]

Real pleasant watching you guys work and chat together doing this interesting job. Thanks.

[georgelewis]

Metal stitching is also good option, every day's closer, have fun.

[royreynolds]

If the casting is cast iron, the best repair would be brazing. Far less damage to the casting than welding and much easier to do.

[marktanska]

I like tha way Damien is "frantic" when he wants to undo something.

[jameslewis]

grind a good v in the cast to be welded, heat up with a rose bud to cherry red, lay some nickel rod in then put the whole thing in a fire brick oven or something that allows it to cool down very slowly.

[dnomyarnostaw]

Thanks for the detailed overview of the gypsy on the winch. It was something I needed "familiarizing " myself with, and you did a great instruction job.

[PhotogNT]

My dad who was a diesel fitter would say he had a great tool box filled with hammers ranging from 1 oz to ten pounds, if it doesn’t fit you need a bigger hammer. LOL 😂