I have a Hunter 31 1985 and would like dimensions for Bimini Top. I have a Dodger. Is a 7'x6' sufficient? Currently the Mast is down so the backstay dimensions are not available. Thanks!
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Pete
Bimini top
Steve, is would appear to me that in the digram you show you will not be able to close the bimini top ever ! Not sure this is a good design,you may want to think about a smaller bimimi that mounts before the backstay or one mounted in reverse? not sure of a good design and I don't have backstays to worry about on my boat but you diagram show the stays go up between the back brace and the middle bow and the stays will be in the way of you ever closing the bimini.I think you will find that there are days that you may want to get some sun for warmth and will not be able to do so,without removong the bimini from the frame and then you still will have the frame to deal with, not a good set up.I'm sure there are better idea's or maybe you are willing to live with that design.Good Luck !
Steve, is would appear to me that in the digram you show you will not be able to close the bimini top ever ! Not sure this is a good design,you may want to think about a smaller bimimi that mounts before the backstay or one mounted in reverse? not sure of a good design and I don't have backstays to worry about on my boat but you diagram show the stays go up between the back brace and the middle bow and the stays will be in the way of you ever closing the bimini.I think you will find that there are days that you may want to get some sun for warmth and will not be able to do so,without removong the bimini from the frame and then you still will have the frame to deal with, not a good set up.I'm sure there are better idea's or maybe you are willing to live with that design.Good Luck !
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Steve Smith
Bimini
Thanks Pete for the advice. I believe though that this Bimini Callapses onto the Back Stay so that the backstay adds support when you close it. I've seen some boats for sale with this style. They provide slots with sippers or felcro to go around the backstay cables. Do you have a Bimini on your boat?
Thanks Pete for the advice. I believe though that this Bimini Callapses onto the Back Stay so that the backstay adds support when you close it. I've seen some boats for sale with this style. They provide slots with sippers or felcro to go around the backstay cables. Do you have a Bimini on your boat?
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Dave Winiker
Hunter 31 Bimini
I modified an off-the-shelf bimini for our '87 H31. I have a couple of photos which I'll try to find in the next few days and send them along.
I modified an off-the-shelf bimini for our '87 H31. I have a couple of photos which I'll try to find in the next few days and send them along.
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Steve Smith
I like that setup.
Steve: I also have a H'31 and like that setup. My concerns would be mounting to clear the boom and also to make boarding easy. You want to be sure that you can exit the cockpit easily if you need to go forward in an emergency. I would also consider making the bimini go aft at least as far as the stern pulpit or further. You may also want to consider having a zipper on the aft edge of the dodger so you could attach some sun cloth to keep the sun out when at anchor. If you are considering a ready made unit and need modifications, it is sometimes cheaper to have one custom made. Be sure to get stainless steel tubing and not aluminum. I would be interested in seeing some finished photos too.
Steve: I also have a H'31 and like that setup. My concerns would be mounting to clear the boom and also to make boarding easy. You want to be sure that you can exit the cockpit easily if you need to go forward in an emergency. I would also consider making the bimini go aft at least as far as the stern pulpit or further. You may also want to consider having a zipper on the aft edge of the dodger so you could attach some sun cloth to keep the sun out when at anchor. If you are considering a ready made unit and need modifications, it is sometimes cheaper to have one custom made. Be sure to get stainless steel tubing and not aluminum. I would be interested in seeing some finished photos too.
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Chuck
Check this out
There is a great response to a similiar question in the archives (including a picture) submitted by Micheal O' of Sandusky. Fabricator is in Northeast Ohio. I am considering having one made this season. If you decide to go this direction let me know maybe there are some savings to go together. Chck Dickhut S/V Kililani
There is a great response to a similiar question in the archives (including a picture) submitted by Micheal O' of Sandusky. Fabricator is in Northeast Ohio. I am considering having one made this season. If you decide to go this direction let me know maybe there are some savings to go together. Chck Dickhut S/V Kililani
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Chuck
I'll find it
Give me a couple of days to research my files & I will it for you. Can I contact you off site? Chuck S/V Kililani
Give me a couple of days to research my files & I will it for you. Can I contact you off site? Chuck S/V Kililani
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Rick Sears
1989 Hunter 30G Bimini
Can you also assist with any info regarding a 1989 Hunter 30G. It seems that we may not be able to fit a bimini under the boom. Many photos in the classified ads show the Biminis folded and it looks as if they are resting against the split backstays. It also looks as if they can be opened only when the boat is in port & the boom is swung aside. One of you mentioned a dodger. Does your boom clear it sufficiently? Feel free to contact me off site at eeyore2999@yahoo.com Rick Sears
Can you also assist with any info regarding a 1989 Hunter 30G. It seems that we may not be able to fit a bimini under the boom. Many photos in the classified ads show the Biminis folded and it looks as if they are resting against the split backstays. It also looks as if they can be opened only when the boat is in port & the boom is swung aside. One of you mentioned a dodger. Does your boom clear it sufficiently? Feel free to contact me off site at eeyore2999@yahoo.com Rick Sears
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Chuck
Found it !
Found my file but can't find it in the archives. According to michael O' in Sandusky he is VERY happy with the work done by Rayco Canvas 1060 Hartville Hartville, OH 44632 Phone : (330)877-0985 Contact name: Darrell Turner Mike also sent a photo of his h31 with the bimini & dodger but can't find it in the archives either. I have a hard copy but nothing electronic Hope this help. Chuck S/V Kililani
Found my file but can't find it in the archives. According to michael O' in Sandusky he is VERY happy with the work done by Rayco Canvas 1060 Hartville Hartville, OH 44632 Phone : (330)877-0985 Contact name: Darrell Turner Mike also sent a photo of his h31 with the bimini & dodger but can't find it in the archives either. I have a hard copy but nothing electronic Hope this help. Chuck S/V Kililani
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Steve
Hunter 31 Bimini
Ref: Your article and related posts. I have the patterns and frame dimensions for a 1984 and 1985 Hunter 31. At this time I am making three of them plus a bimini for a 1979 Hunter 30 in my shop. The Sailrite people, www.sailrite.com have kits available which will save you a lot of time and aggravation. They also have frame kits available. The problem is when you get into a bimini of this size, the frame has to be one piece stainless steel. 3/4" is OK. 1" is much better. The first time you lean or brace yourself against an aluminum frame , you will bend it. Shipping a one piece stainless steel frame is going to be expensive. You are really better off having a local canvas fabricator fit the frame and bimini directly on your boat. You will save money in the long run.
Ref: Your article and related posts. I have the patterns and frame dimensions for a 1984 and 1985 Hunter 31. At this time I am making three of them plus a bimini for a 1979 Hunter 30 in my shop. The Sailrite people, www.sailrite.com have kits available which will save you a lot of time and aggravation. They also have frame kits available. The problem is when you get into a bimini of this size, the frame has to be one piece stainless steel. 3/4" is OK. 1" is much better. The first time you lean or brace yourself against an aluminum frame , you will bend it. Shipping a one piece stainless steel frame is going to be expensive. You are really better off having a local canvas fabricator fit the frame and bimini directly on your boat. You will save money in the long run.
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