T Tops vs Biminis

[Kevaclone]

The Profish didn't have a conopy of any sort fitted when I bought it
I would really like a T-Top type over a bimini top due to having a lot less stays along the side of the boat, Got a quote from a guy who makes them over on Bribie Island. $7000 minimum...... ?????? surely I could get one made a whole lot cheaper than that, is there anyone in SEQ that mass produces them, prefer stainless but ally would also be fine

[Noelm]

dont think you will get an off the shelf universal one that will fit or be all that good, but that does sound just a tad expensive, but without actually seeing how much work and materials is involved, it is hard to judge.

[sid_fishes]

pm sent mate

[Kevaclone]

access is easy as it will be mounted on the gunwale(Boat is not a walkaround, just a normal cuddy/1/2 cab) and all I need is the frame made, mounting and covering and any other mountings I can do later. I just don't have any means of bending and welding tube, I have a fare bit of 32mm(and other sizes) thick wall Ally tube in 6m & 8m lengths here

[marto78]

You could maybe try an exhaust shop to see if they would bend it for you.

[business class]

Mate go to Greens Marine in Yatla if you want stainless. They do a great job and Brendan next door will do the top. Cheapest you will find and all A1 quality work. They do all the Cruise Craft Stainless.

[sporty1]

yep, I vote for Greens Marine also, excellent service and excellent product. don't go on the cheap you will regret it.

[MyWay]

+1 for Greens Marine also

[Flex]

If you buy a universal one, make sure you bolt it down with a backing plate. Do NOT simply screw it to your deck like most reccomend. Force put on a T=top can be alot if windy conditions, and you dont want it being ripped out in rough weather and causing a nasty accident

[Noelm]

the biggest drama is towing, unlikely you will be out in 100kph winds, but towing will be 80kph+ winds all the time!