Anchor & Windlass Upgrade R25 - more chain?

[Cutwater28GG]

From a pure physics of anchoring standpoint all chain is better compared with equivalent rode and chain combos. no debate. But the cantenary effect is the key. Scope length and weight drive this. As a result, there is a tradeoff with the choices. For some the trade off may be that they cannot put more scope out because anchoring space limitations don't allow it. In those situations all chain is best.

Boating is a compromise.

Tugs and cutwaters are not what I would call all-season, all-weather cruising boats that expect to be anchoring in gale-force winds - most owners don't use them that way, nor were they designed that way. For most owners of a fluid motion product, all chain is significant overkill and is not worth it. But if it makes your boating experience better, go for it!

 

[RT25_LouLou]

I suggest that you get a Lewmar Pro 700. It looks identical to and has the same footprint as a Pro 1000. It comes standard with a gypsy made for 1/4” chain and the smaller motor can almost certainly use your existing wiring and circuit breaker.

The Pro 1000 is universally advertised with a gypsy sized for 5/16” chain and has a motor that needs a 70 amp circuit breaker. However, it can be ordered with 1/4” gypsy, according to the Lewmar website.

Thanks @CaspersCruiser super helpful. It would make the job much easier as a novice.