Can a windlass be installed on a 2008 260EC that doesn't have one?

BilltheThird

i just sold my 350EC and I am downsizing, maybe to a 260. The boat I'm considering does not have a factory windlass, and I am wondering if I could install an aftermarket Lewmar?

MarkB

My 260 EC has the windlass. From what I am told Rinker pre-wires all options even if you don't get. I guess it's easier for the factory to do that. So the question is whether that is true or not. Have a look behind the cabin mirror and see if you can find the cables. Also do you have a breaker or power at the helm. My windlass is located slightly below and to the right of my steering wheel. There's a breaker and a switch.  They sit below my remote control for my bow light.

Cableguy Greg

The wires should be there. The dash on the 260 is the same or very close to the 280. My windlass is located in the same place as Mark's. If you get the boat, or of the current owner will let you, remove the switches and see if the wires are there. My friends 2007 270EC doesn't have a windlass (I know... different boat), but it is prewired for the windlass.