{"product_id":"lewmar-v4-vertical-windlass-w-gypsy-12v-3-8-chain-239-66910080143","title":"Lewmar - V4 Vertical Windlass 12V 3\/8\" Chain - 66910080143","description":"\u003ch2\u003eLewmar V4 Vertical Electric Windlass — 12V, 3\/8\" Chain\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eLewmar V4\u003c\/strong\u003e is a powerful, stainless steel vertical electric windlass engineered for power and sail boats that demand serious anchoring performance. Its elegant, low-profile deck design conceals a robust worm gearbox and spline shaft drive train built for maximum strength, control, and reliability with every use. Compatible with rope\/chain combo or all-chain anchor rodes.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eKit Includes\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDeck unit\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e12V motor gearbox\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eContactor\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGypsy (\u003ca href=\"\/search?q=3%2F8+chain\"\u003e3\/8\" chain\u003c\/a\u003e)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRocker switch\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCircuit breaker\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHandle\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAll-stainless steel construction\u003c\/strong\u003e — low-profile deck unit built for long-term saltwater and freshwater exposure\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWorm gearbox with spline shaft drive train\u003c\/strong\u003e — maximum strength and control under heavy anchor loads\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRope\/chain or all-chain compatible\u003c\/strong\u003e — flexible rode configuration for cruising and working boat applications\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e12V motor\u003c\/strong\u003e — compatible with standard 12V DC vessel electrical systems\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e3\/8\" chain gypsy\u003c\/strong\u003e — sized for heavier chain suited to larger vessels and demanding anchoring conditions\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eEmergency manual override kit available\u003c\/strong\u003e — sold separately for backup retrieval capability\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eParts Desk Insights\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eV4 is a heavy-duty unit:\u003c\/strong\u003e At nearly 25 kg, the V4 is a serious commercial-grade windlass. Confirm your bow structure, backing plate, and deck reinforcement can handle the load before ordering — this is not a light-duty installation.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e3\/8\" chain is heavier rode:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003ca href=\"\/search?q=3%2F8+chain\"\u003e3\/8\" chain\u003c\/a\u003e is typically used on larger vessels (40’+) with heavier anchors. Confirm your anchor locker depth and rode fall can handle the weight and volume of 3\/8\" chain before specifying this windlass.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRope\/chain combo or all-chain:\u003c\/strong\u003e The V4 gypsy handles both configurations. If running a \u003ca href=\"\/search?q=anchor+rope\"\u003erope-chain combo rode\u003c\/a\u003e, confirm the rope diameter and splice quality match the gypsy requirements.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eContactor compatibility:\u003c\/strong\u003e The V4 uses a specific 12V contactor (Lewmar 68000320). If the contactor ever needs replacement, confirm the part number from the wiring diagram — do not substitute a 24V contactor.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eEmergency manual override:\u003c\/strong\u003e We strongly recommend ordering the emergency manual override kit at the same time. On a vessel running 3\/8\" chain and a heavy anchor, manual retrieval without the kit is extremely difficult.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNot sure if the V4 is right for your boat?\u003c\/strong\u003e Call the parts desk with your vessel length, displacement, anchor weight, chain size, and deck thickness and we’ll confirm the right model.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"LNS","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":50896022667300,"sku":"239-66910080143","price":9463.48,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0743\/5799\/7604\/files\/f2df4f3b-90a6-48ff-9d14-52eeb96a26d2.png?v=1783138754","url":"https:\/\/marisolmarine.com\/products\/lewmar-v4-vertical-windlass-w-gypsy-12v-3-8-chain-239-66910080143","provider":"Marisol Marine Company","version":"1.0","type":"link"}