Ah... ok. you're the one who is binding...

I wouldn't think it would be that much... 30 ft/lbs? No idea really.

"dowra" wrote in message
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"Jonathan Ganz" wrote in message
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A winch? Hmmm... sounds like something is binding.

"dowra" wrote in message
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Does anyone have any idea of the amount of torque(in ft or inches) to
raise the main on a 26' boat. using the winches of course.

I am handicapped, need help for last 5 feet or so.