Sailplane Winch
"Homebuilt" Winch - 350 cu. in. V8
The CSA sailplane winch specs and its operation are fully documented in the CSA Winch Operations Manual. Winch procedures and operations are also described on the Winch Operations page. For easy reference, winch specifications and some maintenance part numbers are included below:
| Engine: | 1977 Chevy 350 V8 |
| Transmission: | 3-speed automatic |
| Gas: | Premium unleaded (from the auto-gas tank) |
| Oil: | 20W50 |
| Oil filter: | Fram PH???? |
| Transmission fluid: | ATF type A |
| Fanbelt: | #7460 |
| Spark plugs: | Champion RV17YC |
| Air filter: | Fram CA-192 |
| Winch license: | L34576 |
| Weak links: | Tost, see weak link chart |
| Winch cable: | Spectra rope, which is also used for aero towing |
Updated 02/21/2025