I had a similar windlass problem and got excellent technical support from Imtra. I sent them photos of my windlass and they found parts that would upgrade it at a very reasonable price. Contact Ted Farnham at Imtra. (I'm not sure he is still there.) Even if it is not a Lofrans he can probably help. Imtra Corporation 30 Barnet Blvd. New Bedford, MA 02745 Phone: 508-995-7000 Fax: 508-998-5359 Bill English "WOODSTAR" Sausalito, CA