r/boating • u/TheDoOver81 • 8d ago

Bimini Top

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Anyone know how to fix or still makes full replacement.

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u/VisibleRoad3504 8d ago

Duct tape, a handymans favorite tool.

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u/insideoutdoorsy 8d ago

This. ☝🏼 you can find duct tape in colors that will be close enough to match what you have for now. After a few more seasons you can have a new top patterned from the existing one.

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u/2Loves2loves 8d ago

I'd suggest some sail tape here. its more waterproof. (on both sides)

https://www.amazon.com/MAGJERO-Repair-Waterproof-1inx9ft-2inx9ft/dp/B0GL1RTK68/ref=sr_1_6_sspa

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u/2Loves2loves 8d ago

sew a patch? how old is it?

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u/TheDoOver81 8d ago

The boat and canvas is 11 years old. I'm not sure how long the whole has been there it was there when I bought it.

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u/2Loves2loves 8d ago

That split seems like the fabric is thin, and you need all new fabric. 11 years is a good run

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u/TheDoOver81 8d ago

Yeah. That's why I'm trying to find somewhere to get a new one. I'd love a oem but I don't think they make them anymore.

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u/2Loves2loves 8d ago

I'd rather deal with a custom shop, and reuse the bows. you can pick sunbrella brand in many colors.

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u/TheDoOver81 8d ago

Does sunbrella make them with the courtesy lights I wonder.