[Public-List] Old Lewmar winch handle

[Gordon Laco via Public-List]

Interesting.   I've got one like that which is part of Touch Woods kit, I'll try the treatment. 

Gord #426

On 2015-01-12, at 8:52 AM, Michael Connolly via Public-List <public-list at lists.alberg30.org> wrote:

> David, 
> Don't attempt to take it apart. Submerge the handle grip in a concentrated solution of (Dawn) dish soap.  Gently turning the grip a little each way every day.  As it loosens up you can rotate more to help flush out the debris. Once totally free you can flush with clean water as you rotate. Dry and then spray something of a corrosion inhibitor like Boes-shield(sp). Keep it lubed up and she will run free forever. 
> Michael #133 
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> I have an old Lewmar winch handle that came with the.  there is a 
> similar one for sale on e-bay here: Lewmar Winch Handle 
> <http://www.ebay.com/itm/12-INCH-CHROME-LEWMAR-WINCH-HANDLE-CRANK-/121446966792?pt=Boat_Parts_Accessories_Gear&hash=item1c46cda608&vxp=mtr>.   
> On mine, the plastic hand grip is tight.  It rotates, but not freely.   
> It looks like the center pin is pressed on, but I am not sure.  Anyone 
> know how to take one like this apart for service?  It is a nice handle & 
> ~1-1/2" longer that my others so it gives me a little more leverage. 
> 
> Thanks! 
> 
> David Swanson 
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