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Ez Anchor 25% off

Started by Wiley, December 04, 2023, 11:43:46 AM

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Wiley

I finally ordered one. Just to let everyone know they did have Black Friday/ Monday sales. I just got 25% off today. So if you're thinking about it ask Chris for the discount.
It worked for me. :beerchug:
86 c Dory 22' new 90 hp etec (sold)
96 sea explorer 15'-11" new 90 etec named (wutz wuzn cuzn)
10' Don Hill Pram
Respectfully, Build, Buy, Be American
Please bring back logging, we can't afford to keep burning up our country!!!

martin3

You will not regret getting a drum winch.
Best upgrade I have put on my boat.

What model did you end you buying?

MJM3

1990 SR Skip Top  "Gypsea Soul"
2013 Etec 115H.O.

Wiley

I got the small hero 1. Hoping it will fit on front of my explorer. They thought it would be fine in our brackish water, said if it gets wet hose it off with fresh water it'll be fine and I have water at the dock. As long as it fits, all good. I'll load some 1/4" and 10' of chain. Probably dyneema  if the loan from the bank comes through  :jester:
86 c Dory 22' new 90 hp etec (sold)
96 sea explorer 15'-11" new 90 etec named (wutz wuzn cuzn)
10' Don Hill Pram
Respectfully, Build, Buy, Be American
Please bring back logging, we can't afford to keep burning up our country!!!

croaker stroker

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1987 - 17' Sea Pacer -  2024 Suzuki DF90a
2004 Evinrude 90 E-tec -**SOLD**
1985 - 15' Sea Sprinter - **SOLD**

"Ex Tridente Pax". 🇺🇸

Wiley

Looks like from that picture I'll née to rotate the motor a bit. Thanks CS
86 c Dory 22' new 90 hp etec (sold)
96 sea explorer 15'-11" new 90 etec named (wutz wuzn cuzn)
10' Don Hill Pram
Respectfully, Build, Buy, Be American
Please bring back logging, we can't afford to keep burning up our country!!!

martin3

#5
Quote from: Wiley on December 05, 2023, 07:41:31 PMI got the small hero 1. Hoping it will fit on front of my explorer. They thought it would be fine in our brackish water, said if it gets wet hose it off with fresh water it'll be fine and I have water at the dock. As long as it fits, all good. I'll load some 1/4" and 10' of chain. Probably dyneema  if the loan from the bank comes through  :jester:

6mm or 1/4" braid is perfect for our small boats.

4mm Dynemma is nice for extra capacity.....but is spendy.

I have 320FT of rode and 20ft of 1/4 chain on mine now..
MJM3

1990 SR Skip Top  "Gypsea Soul"
2013 Etec 115H.O.

christianbrat

i would do more than 10' chain.  i went to 15 foot and a rockna anchor and stick great but with the Delta Plow i couldn't hold anchor. i think more chain would have helped.
1989 Sea Explorer 16 w/ Custom Pilot House
2007 Honda BF90 & 2002 BF5
Built not Bought

If I could be an appliance I would be a toaster

Wiley

I have 10' of 1/4" chain now with Rocna 13# has never not held or slipped. The Rocna is a great anchor.

Martin3, that's what EZ Anchor said too
86 c Dory 22' new 90 hp etec (sold)
96 sea explorer 15'-11" new 90 etec named (wutz wuzn cuzn)
10' Don Hill Pram
Respectfully, Build, Buy, Be American
Please bring back logging, we can't afford to keep burning up our country!!!

Yachter Yat

   That's a rugged looking winch. I like the looks of those shiny Lewmars. They're "puuurdy"!  Purdy damn expensive too; from what I recall. 

Yat
Never, ever assume that money and intelligence have any relationship to one another........Yat.
16 SC/Honda 60  (sold)

croaker stroker

Quote from: Wiley on December 06, 2023, 10:07:41 AMLooks like from that picture I'll née to rotate the motor a bit. Thanks CS

It's easy to rotate. 
1987 - 17' Sea Pacer -  2024 Suzuki DF90a
2004 Evinrude 90 E-tec -**SOLD**
1985 - 15' Sea Sprinter - **SOLD**

"Ex Tridente Pax". 🇺🇸

croaker stroker

Quote from: Yachter Yat on December 06, 2023, 04:33:34 PMThat's a rugged looking winch. I like the looks of those shiny Lewmars. They're "puuurdy"!  Purdy damn expensive too; from what I recall. 

Yat

Yat, these new (to me) winches are so nice. When I owned the Lewmar, it was the best available solution. But now, with the "new" strong, thin Dyneema rope, you can obtain the capacity you need on a small spool. I wish these were available when I owned the Skipjack. The Lewmar  faked the rode down into the cuddy/cutty? where it would mold and stink. With the winch, all that wet rope is wound up topside, neatly on the spool where it can dry in the open air.

I am using 5/16 Dyneema which I think is over-kill.
1987 - 17' Sea Pacer -  2024 Suzuki DF90a
2004 Evinrude 90 E-tec -**SOLD**
1985 - 15' Sea Sprinter - **SOLD**

"Ex Tridente Pax". 🇺🇸

Yachter Yat

  Croaker:  I hear you on the downside having wet line stored "down under".  No doubt, in that respect, this winch has a definite advantage. That said, by now, I'm sure you probably know how I feel about appearance. You have to admit, it does look a little "workboatlike".  Wait, is that even a word?  Must be getting late.  :jester:

Yat 
Never, ever assume that money and intelligence have any relationship to one another........Yat.
16 SC/Honda 60  (sold)

croaker stroker

#12
Quote from: Yachter Yat on December 06, 2023, 07:06:13 PMCroaker:  I hear you on the downside having wet line stored "down under".  No doubt, in that respect, this winch has a definite advantage. That said, by now, I'm sure you probably know how I feel about appearance. You have to admit, it does look a little "workboatlike".  Wait, is that even a word?  Must be getting late.  :jester:

Yat 

Yes. you are right. My boat is more of a fishing boat and does not look "prissy".  :jester:  (is that a word?) 
1987 - 17' Sea Pacer -  2024 Suzuki DF90a
2004 Evinrude 90 E-tec -**SOLD**
1985 - 15' Sea Sprinter - **SOLD**

"Ex Tridente Pax". 🇺🇸

Yachter Yat

Quote from: croaker stroker on December 06, 2023, 07:52:04 PMdoes not look "prissy".  :jester:  (is that a word?) 

   I think it's probably as close a description as you could get without getting "vulgar".  :jester:

Yat
Never, ever assume that money and intelligence have any relationship to one another........Yat.
16 SC/Honda 60  (sold)

Wiley

Quote from: Yachter Yat on December 06, 2023, 07:06:13 PMCroaker:  I hear you on the downside having wet line stored "down under".  No doubt, in that respect, this winch has a definite advantage. That said, by now, I'm sure you probably know how I feel about appearance. You have to admit, it does look a little "workboatlike".  Wait, is that even a word?  Must be getting late.  :jester:

Yat 
I'm a simple man. I drive pickups and jeeps when younger. I had a 12000# winch on my 1942 flat fender. I liked the workabilly look, not to mention I could park in a 100' tree with the thing!
I like the thought of seeing my anchor line rolled up by pushing a button. Maybe I can avoid lower back fusion awhile longer with this thing too.
And yes "workabilly" is a word ! I are one 😂
86 c Dory 22' new 90 hp etec (sold)
96 sea explorer 15'-11" new 90 etec named (wutz wuzn cuzn)
10' Don Hill Pram
Respectfully, Build, Buy, Be American
Please bring back logging, we can't afford to keep burning up our country!!!

Wiley

Ok more help needed. Dyneema,Spectra, blue steel ?
So many variations and varieties. How does a guy know what's for anchors, what's for kites, sailboats etc.
I like to bargain shop but dang I'm not even sure I'm shopping the right rope...
Yes I admit it, I need someone to show me the Ropes!  :shrug9:  :doh:
86 c Dory 22' new 90 hp etec (sold)
96 sea explorer 15'-11" new 90 etec named (wutz wuzn cuzn)
10' Don Hill Pram
Respectfully, Build, Buy, Be American
Please bring back logging, we can't afford to keep burning up our country!!!

disposable

I think ^that's a Danno question but I do know dyneema and spectra are the same fiber, different brands. I think it's especially strong so you can make high strength in small diameters, like braid fishing line. I *think* blue steel is just a tough rope, but not really sure about it.
previously owned Reveille
2012 Sea Chaser 17 (custom PH)
2013 Honda 90hp

christianbrat

bluesteel is crab rope in my head, but i have extremely limited experience with rigging.

How are you planning to mount this winch? I have seen some cool mods on the FB group by Hung Ngo for his own 1511 (pictured here)
1989 Sea Explorer 16 w/ Custom Pilot House
2007 Honda BF90 & 2002 BF5
Built not Bought

If I could be an appliance I would be a toaster

Danno

Quote from: disposable on December 07, 2023, 08:17:12 AMI think ^that's a Danno question but I do know dyneema and spectra are the same fiber, different brands. I think it's especially strong so you can make high strength in small diameters, like braid fishing line. I *think* blue steel is just a tough rope, but not really sure about it.

I had to research these:

Dyneema, Specta and Amstead Blue Rope are made with ultra-high-molecular-weight polyethylene made by DSM (a large plastics company that I almost worked for) and Honeywell respectively. While the chemistry is the same as for polyethylene, they utilize extremely long polymer chains to provide the strength.

Because the processing and winding of the rope may vary by company, I would look at the rated tensile strength and diameter to judge which to buy.


My biggest concern is that polyethylene is not very UV stable and will lose its strength over time if left in the sun. I would fashion a cover if you dock your boat or leave it parked outside without a cover.


2015 19' Sea Chaser (2019 to current)
1998 19' Sea Ranger (2003 to 2008)

Lures are designed to catch fishermen not fish.

croaker stroker





Quote from: christianbrat on December 11, 2023, 02:09:26 PMbluesteel is crab rope in my head, but i have extremely limited experience with rigging.

How are you planning to mount this winch? I have seen some cool mods on the FB group by Hung Ngo for his own 1511 (pictured here)
He needs to ditch the light and put a roller there.

(I have one to sell if he is looking)
1987 - 17' Sea Pacer -  2024 Suzuki DF90a
2004 Evinrude 90 E-tec -**SOLD**
1985 - 15' Sea Sprinter - **SOLD**

"Ex Tridente Pax". 🇺🇸

Danno

Quote from: Danno on December 11, 2023, 02:46:48 PM...
My biggest concern is that polyethylene is not very UV stable and will lose its strength over time if left in the sun. I would fashion a cover if you dock your boat or leave it parked outside without a cover.

I should have added that if any of these ropes come in black, get it. Black helps prevent UV damage.
2015 19' Sea Chaser (2019 to current)
1998 19' Sea Ranger (2003 to 2008)

Lures are designed to catch fishermen not fish.

croaker stroker

#21
I added about 40 feet of Nylon 3 strand which covers the Dyneema. It also provides some shock absorbsion when anchoring. (Kind of like a topshot)
1987 - 17' Sea Pacer -  2024 Suzuki DF90a
2004 Evinrude 90 E-tec -**SOLD**
1985 - 15' Sea Sprinter - **SOLD**

"Ex Tridente Pax". 🇺🇸

Wiley

Danno, interesting that black is the better for uv color. I always just assumed black draws for sun.
Interesting install box and idea. I'm keeping it simple, mounting in front of the step down. I also ordered a bow light pole 12" high to get above it. Had to remove the cleat that was there and rotate the motor. I opted to put the gear on the port side which actually was lucky as it helps with step clearance. I'll also be running line off the bottom vs the top, I'm thinking it will be better with my setup. Pictures tomorrow
86 c Dory 22' new 90 hp etec (sold)
96 sea explorer 15'-11" new 90 etec named (wutz wuzn cuzn)
10' Don Hill Pram
Respectfully, Build, Buy, Be American
Please bring back logging, we can't afford to keep burning up our country!!!

Danno

Quote from: Wiley on December 12, 2023, 07:35:44 PMDanno, interesting that black is the better for uv color. I always just assumed black draws for sun.
...

Black absorbs light but light is a large range of wavelengths. Black absorbs infrared (heat) but blocks the UV physically as the pigment colorant (carbon black - soot) particles prevent penetration of the surface.
2015 19' Sea Chaser (2019 to current)
1998 19' Sea Ranger (2003 to 2008)

Lures are designed to catch fishermen not fish.

croaker stroker


So that's why black zip ties are UV resistant? 

1987 - 17' Sea Pacer -  2024 Suzuki DF90a
2004 Evinrude 90 E-tec -**SOLD**
1985 - 15' Sea Sprinter - **SOLD**

"Ex Tridente Pax". 🇺🇸