Anchor guide for 40' NSC

[yhc]

While my boat was moored in the harbor someone hit her near the bow pulpit rendering anchor guide inoperable.

I would like to see whether any of you might have a lead on where I can purchase a replacement part. Any info would be appreciated.

Regards,

yhc

[DougSea]

May have been a custom part, fabricated in China. Have you taken it to a welder? They might be able to repair it at modest cost.

Lewmar and Imtra both make rollers, hard to tell without the side view but one of the Imtra's might fit:

http://www.imtra.com/downloadTypes/Anchor_Rollers.pdf

[jerseyalbin]

YHC, I will check mine to see if there are any markings on it, I do not think so, I think Doug is correct it was a Chinese part. I also do not think it is any thing special and should be replaceable. i wanted to add a longer piece to protect the fiberglass of the pulpit.
Did the offending party admit to the damage?
I should be able to get a look tomorrow and will post again.

Jersey NSC 40

[yhc]

Thanks for the replies guys. A local steel fabrication shop has straightened it out for me since I posted this message...bunch of nice folks. It should get me going as is but I would like to find the source for one for my future reference.

The piece is quite stout and I think you are both right in that it must be something the boat builder must have fabricated on site as I could not find anything close to it on any of the catalogs.

JerseyAlbin,

Unfortunately this is a case of "hit and run" where no one has come forward thus far. I have reported it to the harbor master but am not so optimistic about finding out who the offender is....

Thanks again. Enjoy the long weekend and remember those who have fallen for our freedom.

Regards,

yhc

[jerseyalbin]

Great , glad it is solved it would have taken a big boat or a solid hit to do that. I did check mine for grins and it is not marked but it is very heavy!!
What type of anchor are you using up there? I have the stainless imitation of a hinged plow or CQR type. It appears to be a good 40 plus pounds but it is a generic anchor. It made my surveyor nervous as it appears to be a Chinese imitation, but looks very strong. Any thoughts?

[yhc]

Sorry for the late reply but I was on the water for a few days since the last post. Thanks for checking on it jerseyalbin. It appears we have the same type of anchor that came w/ the boat. Not sure who made it but I would not be surprised if it is also made in China as these boats were built there (I have attached a picture off of another NSC that's listed on yachtworld as a reference).

Recently I was anchored in a cove out of VHF range when a storm front came through unexpectedly. Despite the 5 day forecast of "10 kt wind w/ 2 ft seas" some wicked wind blew with gusts up to 40-45 mph for about 18 hrs. Thankfully the anchor held.... I surely don't want to test out the system like that again but the anchor worked for me as advertised.

Regards,

[jerseyalbin]

Thanks I am glad you tested it instead of me, I thought you might see some opportunities up there in Alaska! It looks strong and is a classic design.

Glad it worked for you!!

Craig
Albin NSC 40

[tbnolin]

Ditto on what Craig said!!! Haven't had any real opportunities to give the anchor a good testing. My day will come, I'm sure!!