Winch service

[Moodymike]

In the process of giving winches a much needed service, lots of advice on internet but nowhere can I find the recommended lubrication of the roller bearings.    Grease for gears and light oil for pawls and springs.

[Yngmar]

Same grease as everything else - only the pawls are special as they mustn't stick. A light coating will do.

[marioxp]

In the process of giving winches a much needed service, lots of advice on internet but nowhere can I find the recommended lubrication of the roller bearings.    Grease for gears and light oil for pawls and springs.

You can buy grease from Harken or Lewmar particular for winches.
https://jimmygreen.com/lewmar-winches-handles-and-accessories/79279-lewmar-grease
https://www.harken.com/en/shop/service-kits-602/high-performance-winch-grease-white/

Or multi purpose marine grease for slow bearings.

[Jake]

I prefer the Harken grease.  It doesn't get quite so sticky.  The Lewmar grease gets very thick with age.

Jake