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Gene's Equipment
Tips #1 Lets start with swivels...we use heavy duty swivels on the winch and retrievers. For years I have been buying them at the Pro Bass shop. The larger swivel used for the winch line is a size 6, 300# test " Offshore Angler Ball Bearing Snap Swivel with Double-Welded Eye", part number 78-1080182. They come in a pack of 2 for $12.00. The smaller swivel used on the retriever line is a size 7, 250# test "Offshore Angler Ball Bearing Swivel with Coastlock", part number 78-1760748. They come is a pack of 2 for $6.50. If you wander around Pro Bass, look for the aisle in the fishing section that has the offshore hardware. There are spares in a small box in the tool box on the winch cart. Make sure to use the correct swivel when replacing one. Now you know. Gene T.
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