Another Bimini Top Question
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Printed Date: November-24-2024 at 5:58pm
Topic: Another Bimini Top Question
Posted By: chuckactor
Subject: Another Bimini Top Question
Date Posted: April-01-2014 at 3:43pm
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Sorry... I searched a ton of the Bimini Top Threads and couldn't find the answer. I want to add a bimini top to my 85 Ski Nautique. My current plan is to install a 5 foot long 3 foot tall model. I have been looking at GMI's offerings as well as some others. I would really like the top to be able to fold forward over the windshield. Is there a particular size, brand or mounting configuration that will allow me to do this? Slightly taller, longer? Thanks, Chuck 85 SN 2001 |
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Posted By: gR@HaM
Date Posted: April-01-2014 at 5:07pm
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Has it a tower? Ive been looking for a fitted one for my Tique and have come to the conclusion that would have to get one custom made. This would cost far more than Im prepared to pay so am toying with the idea of buying a generic tower bimini (ie without those nasty straps) and modifying it to fit a smaller beam width by shortening the frame and altering the canvas. Will be a pain in the a$$ mind ------------- '82 Ski Tique |
Posted By: chuckactor
Date Posted: April-01-2014 at 5:49pm
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No tower. I figured if as long as it was mounted outside the windshield frame, I would just need one tall enough to clear the bottom of the windshield when folded forward. Is there more to it? Chuck |
Posted By: TRBenj
Date Posted: April-01-2014 at 6:05pm
| No, thats about it. Being able to fold the bimini forwards in front of the windshield is a lot easier if you install the bim backwards. |
Posted By: harddock
Date Posted: April-01-2014 at 9:03pm
and the bimini doesn't care which way it is mounted. GMI bimini's seem to be the best value and many CCF members have them. Mine has to be about 5 years old, used everyday, and still looks like new. ------------- http://www.correctcraftfan.com/diaries/details.asp?ID=4487" rel="nofollow - 1998 Ski Nautique |
TRBenj wrote:Posted By: Dreaming
Date Posted: April-01-2014 at 10:04pm
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I just looked up GMI, and their website has expired. Maybe an oversight, but could indicate that they are no longer available. does anyone have recent experiences with them? |
Posted By: BoatCoversandTops
Date Posted: April-02-2014 at 7:56pm
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Look no further Chuckactor! It looks like you have done your homework and already know the size you need but here is a link to the suggested size Carver top for your boat: http://www.boatcoversdirect.com/products/bimini_tops/CORRECT_CRAFT_129/SKI_NAUTIQUE_2001_I-O_3820/all_0/" rel="nofollow - http://www.boatcoversdirect.com/products/bimini_tops/CORRECT_CRAFT_129/SKI_NAUTIQUE_2001_I-O_3820/all_0/ Here is the 30" tall top on a Mastercraft boat: http://www.carvercovers.com/wp-content/gallery/bimini-tops-new/3-bow-30-in-mastercraft-aquamarine-action.jpg" rel="nofollow - http://www.carvercovers.com/wp-content/gallery/bimini-tops-new/3-bow-30-in-mastercraft-aquamarine-action.jpg Our Bimini tops can be folded forwards or towards the rear by removing one set of hold-down straps. Carver Bimini tops are USA made in Landrum, SC and are built with only the best materials and components in the marine industry. Visit our site for full instructions on how to measure, assemble and install your Correct Craft Bimini top: http://www.boatcoversdirect.com/products/bimini_tops/by_dimensions/" rel="nofollow - http://www.boatcoversdirect.com/products/bimini_tops/by_dimensions/ Feel free to contact me again for any further questions or to place an order. I will be happy to extend an additional discount to our already discounted online prices. ------------- Shannon with Boat Covers Direct 1-866-626-8377 shannon@coversdirect.com |
Posted By: NCH20SKIER
Date Posted: April-03-2014 at 12:34am
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I have recently ordered a bimini through tower bimini's will be installing this weekn end. Will let you know how it turns out. For what it is worth I would suggest that if your bimini is to extend past your pylon that you equip it with a zipper so that a fly high could be used if desired.  ------------- '05 206 Limited '88 BFN |
Posted By: schultz
Date Posted: April-28-2014 at 3:52pm
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Posted By: schultz
Date Posted: April-28-2014 at 3:53pm
i have the super sport bimini from carver covers direct online and it is the best looking one. sleek tight and low comes 36in and can easily be cut down to 30in. folds flat when folded forward. use the link in the previous post. its the best one Period. forget the other brands!  also the site is running great!
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Posted By: schultz
Date Posted: April-28-2014 at 4:03pm
| just go to boatcoversdirect.com scroll to bimini tops click the 4th box to the right Super Sport. you wont be happy with the regular one make sure you get the SUPER SPORT trust me |
Posted By: desertskier
Date Posted: April-29-2014 at 12:59pm
| I have a Carver on my '89 SN and it will lay in front of the windshield when folded. |
Posted By: Smithfamily
Date Posted: May-01-2014 at 11:54am
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Allow me to jump in here with questions?? I had the great fortune to WIN a Carver Bimini from White Lake Marine, last week at the White Lake mini!! Carver called me and were great about it, even gave me the more expensive "Sunbrella" fabric!! My Questions; Mount backwards? What about my Sky High pole? Advice? 5'x 30"H x 85-90"w. Jerry ------------- Js |
Posted By: NCH20SKIER
Date Posted: May-01-2014 at 1:16pm
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Jerry I cannot recall what boat you have but the ability to lay the top flat when not in use is preferred. If you frequently use your skylon extension I would ask the to install a zipper that would permit the pylon to extend through the top (I had this option on an old top I got from Taylor) Your tolerance to the sun and what times you are on the water should help guide you in the size of the top ------------- '05 206 Limited '88 BFN |
Posted By: TRBenj
Date Posted: May-01-2014 at 1:31pm
| I am pretty sure that you won a boat cover at WL, not a bimini... just in case there was some confusion! A cover is quite a bit more valuable. |
Posted By: Smithfamily
Date Posted: May-01-2014 at 2:30pm
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You are correct, a cover was won, however, I garage the boat (1992 SN) and I could use a bimini. They were great about allowing me that, and its not that much different in price according to web. The going price on the Bimini with the Sunbrella fabric is $450 +/-. And the question for the "backwards" mount was for the ability to lay it down in front of the windshield? ------------- Js |
Posted By: IAughtNaut
Date Posted: May-02-2014 at 2:18pm
You can click on the picture under his name. ------------- bring the ruckus http://www.correctcraftfan.com/diaries/details.asp?ID=5347" rel="nofollow - 2000 Pro Air |
Posted By: NCH20SKIER
Date Posted: May-03-2014 at 8:58am
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Thanks Adam, I was replying from my phone and am admittidly challenged in doing so..... ------------- '05 206 Limited '88 BFN |
Posted By: Smithfamily
Date Posted: May-03-2014 at 8:13pm
I can help out Greg, give me the new 2005 that the girls fell in love with, and #1, I will not need a Bimini, and #2, you will NEVER forget what year and type boat I have!! Deal? Haha. They have the cover being specially manufactured for me now. I have all questions covered, ha, get it, covered?! ------------- Js |
Posted By: NCH20SKIER
Date Posted: May-04-2014 at 9:03am
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Jerry Boy that sounds like a great plan. Ran this by the family and well they just did not fully see the up side to this offer sorry about that. You guys are welcome to stop and play if your traveling brings you close by ------------- '05 206 Limited '88 BFN |
Posted By: Smithfamily
Date Posted: May-04-2014 at 9:49am
Well, we sure saw the upside! Haha. Same to you if ever down this way. ------------- Js |