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.
Same grease as everything else - only the pawls are special as they mustn't stick. A light coating will do.
Quote from: Moodymike on July 03 2021, 17:19
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.
I prefer the Harken grease. It doesn't get quite so sticky. The Lewmar grease gets very thick with age.
Jake