Replacement Winch For Rule T20S Used To Raise and Lower a Sailboat
Updated 10/16/2026 | Published 07/19/2024
Question:
I have a Rule T20S that lifts and lower a keel on a Seaward RK 26 sailboat. It also has a 114:1 reduction gear. The gear is fine, but the motor is shot. Do you have a replacement motor, or a combination motor and reducer if another brand.
asked by: Phil D
Expert Reply:
It appears there are no longer parts available for your Rule T20S winch. Because of this you will need to look at a new winch like the Bulldog # BDW15008. This is also a 2,000lb winch like your Rule. It does com loaded with 50' of 1/8" wire rope.
Dutch
10/16/2026
Find a shop to rewind your motor. That way everything will fit as it was. No need to modify anything.
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Bulldog Winch Utility Winch - Wire Rope - 2,000 lbs
- Electric Winch
- Trailer Winch
- Planetary Gear
- 1.0 HP
- 1001 - 2000 lbs
- 21 - 30 lbs
- Slow - 0 to 4 fpm
- Plug-In Remote
- Wire Rope
- Bulldog Winch
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Samuel C.
2/3/2026
Hey, how did the Bulldog 2,000‑lb winch work out as a replacement for your Rule T20S on the Seaward RK 26? Sharing how it performed could help others looking to upgrade their keel lift setup.