Strip and service each season
Many windlass makers call for disassembly and regreasing once a season.
Slow retrieval
Corroded terminals and cables cause slow operation; protect them as the maker advises.
MARINE EQUIPMENT
Anchor windlass fluids and lubricants.
Gearbox oil, gypsy and clutch grease, and corrosion care for vertical and horizontal anchor windlasses and capstans.
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Fluids by compartment.
Confirm the fluid type, grade, and specifications in the anchor windlass maker’s manual before ordering. These examples are not a fitment result for a specific machine.
Gearbox
Windlass gearboxes list an oil type and level, often an SAE gear oil; some are grease-filled.
Gear oil
75W-90 Marine Gear Lube
75W-90 Marine Gear Lube for compatible differentials and gear assemblies.
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Gear oil
SEVERE GEAR 75W-90 Gear Lube
SEVERE GEAR 75W-90 synthetic gear lube for compatible gear applications, including demanding towing and hauling use.
Product details Shop at AMSOIL ↗Clutch cone, gypsy, and shaft
Grease the clutch, shaft, and gypsy per the maker at service.
Grease & assembly lube
Synthetic Water-Resistant Grease
A synthetic grease for compatible components exposed to water, including boat trailers and powersports equipment.
Product details Shop at AMSOIL ↗Deck hardware and terminals
Protect exposed parts and electrical terminals from salt.
Cleaners & protectants
Heavy-Duty Metal Protector
A heavy-duty metal protectant for compatible surfaces needing a persistent protective coating.
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Cleaners & protectants
MP Metal Protector
A metal-protection spray for compatible maintenance tasks involving lubrication and corrosion protection.
Product details Shop at AMSOIL ↗ORDER THROUGH INDEPENDENT AMSOIL DEALER #30734402
Ready to order, or have a question first?
Shop AMSOIL directly with Jeff’s dealer number already attached, or open a business account. AMSOIL handles pricing, checkout, and shipping. If you contact AMSOIL another way, give them dealer number 30734402.
Prefer to talk it through? Email Jeff at [email protected] with your equipment, the fluid now in use, and your approximate volume.
Frequently asked questions
What oil goes in an anchor windlass gearbox?
The oil the windlass maker specifies.
What grease for a windlass clutch?
The marine grease the windlass maker lists.
General maintenance information. Always follow the equipment maker’s requirements and the current product data. Product availability, pricing, and account terms are set by AMSOIL.
Industries that use this equipment
More marine equipment
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Jeff Pittman · A1 Synthetic Oil · Independent AMSOIL Dealer #30734402 · Newport, Washington · [email protected]