My cockpit engine control panel already has a flap covering. I was wondering if these SBO covers are worth installing for protection or will it just trap dirt and insects? Anyone have one? They cost 40 boat bucks.
Engine panel cover. Worth it?
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That costs $40,000
Sorry. Only $40. A bargain at boat prices. If it works.That costs $40,000
When I decided to replace my panel cover I brought the existing one to a poly-carbonate supply company. They used a " drop " piece ( left over from another operation) that is UV resistant. They drill all the holes and charged me $15.00.. How could I go wrong...
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Well, you could put two hinges on the cover and clean out the bugs from time to time!
Go look at what I have. It's a canvas covered foam deal the fits snugly in the space. It's there when we are not using the boat and stored when we are. So, it protects from the weather when the boat isn't in use. Snug enough that it stays put in our winds when the boat is unattended. Kent could probably make you something similar.
Will Do. He made a nice bimini cover for us. Are you in the water yet? I hope to get my hull waxed and rigging back on this weekend
Are you kidding? I'm still at the office! Just waiting for IRS to extend to June 15. Our tax software updates are coming by the hour, it seems. What a nightmare. And, with all the publicity that the filing and payment dates are pushed out to May 17 it tells everyone, hey we got another month. The part they don't promote is ESTIMATED TAXES are still due 4/15. So, effectively for anyone that pays estimated tax, there is no extension. Couple that with the delay in the start date for filing, which put the "easy ones" off, and I'm so backed up that a suppository won't help. Glad there is new water in the lake but IF I get in before Memorial Day it will be because I told my client, sorry you are F'd, which of course as you know is not my nature. "Rant OFF" Have a nice day!
Feel free to look at my set up on that control cover. You will have to loosen the tie downs on the cover to get up in there so just secure it all when you are done. Ladder is on the trailer.
I got one- it fit fine, and I was able to drill the screw holes after consulting you tube for instruction