Hi Vincent, How did the center 'stem' break? On my boat the center bolt threads were stripped... I was able to drill and tap threads for a slightly larger center bolt, and that fixed the winch. Sincerely, Tyler ----- Original Message ----- From: "For and about Montgomery Sailboats" <montgomery_boats@mailman.xmission.com> To: "For and about Montgomery Sailboats" <montgomery_boats@mailman.xmission.com> Cc: "VINCENT FACCHIANO" <vfacch2854@aol.com> Sent: Tuesday, June 6, 2023 10:40:27 AM Subject: M_Boats: Re: montgomery_boats Digest, Vol 244, Issue 3 Anyone know where I can purchase Lewmar #6 stainless steel winch parts and not have to wait two months or more - the center stem broke on my 2008 Montgomery 17 Blue Jay - open to replacement options , pre owned parts etc Thanks in advance for your advice, Vincent