Maybe an old boat trailer winch would do the trick, although they basically ratchet in one direction at a time. Pretty good gear reduction, so if you keep control of the crank, it might work OK. The one on my boat trailer is double reduction.

Last edited by klhansen; 05/02/2024 5:14 AM.

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1929 Ford pickup restored from the ground up. | 1929 Ford Special Coupe (First car)
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