Boat covers

[shortie]

Now ive had the canopy front side and clearts and storm covers redone i need to protect them from the sun when in my driveway.

Im in need of a boat cover.

So the question is tarp VS boat cover. Which is better and why.

Dont want to pay a fortune. What brands are good.

I think 600D material is the go from any research ive done so far.

HAve found 2 brands on ebay.
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/>http://www.ebay.com.au/itm/PRO-TUFF-HALF-CABIN-CUDDY-CABIN-BOAT-COVER-18-20FT-/220909388669?pt=AU_Boat_Parts_Accessories&hash=item336f39c37d

Yours thoughts

Richard.

[bootyinblue]

Its a hard choice between the first and second one.... cause they are both the same!

You would think though if they are selling boat covers then there would be a shot of a cover on a boat though.

Look at trailable over non trailable. Will you tow the boat with it on? Trailables are more expensive as 'tougher' or made out to be anyway.

[shortie]

not interested in trailerable.

/>http://www.thecoverguys.com.au/50-55M-AquaGuard-Grey-Platinum-Boat-Cover-Suits-Cuddy-Cab-Half-Cabin-with-Rocket-Launcher.html

opps here is the 2nd link

[Often Debaited]

go to a canvas joint...that way it is purpose buit for your boat....last a lifetime and cost about 5 to 600 dollars........small price to pay to keep ya boat in good nick

[Eug]

be keen to see some pics of your clears mate.

[aussie123]

Hi Shortie

Make sure those covers have all reinforced areas where its needed like the bow section,aft corners,motor area,windscreen ect as they rub through very quickly.

I have one on my tinny just like those and its totally stuffed,it has holes on both corners and the bow pokes through a large hole on the front.

It did come with my boat so I can't say how old it is though but it needs replacing badly.

It's only a yard cover as well and never towed on the boat.

[shortie]

Eug pm me your numer and I will sent a pic

[shortie]

Yes just after a simple yard cover it's purely to protect my new clears and storm covers

[bootyinblue]

You are going to put a cover over them with with them all in place?

Do they make a cover that is 2 storeys tall?

[bootyinblue]

be keen to see some pics of your clears mate.

Eug... not sure if you have seen this pic, but thats all my covers in place.

[Often Debaited]

easy..... take em off and store em.... put a tarp over ya boat....put em back on when you use the boat

[shortie]

the new covers

[sehrguht]

I remember reading Bigtez posting that you need a proper cover not a tarp because tarps will end up holding the moisture and not letting it breath casuing mold issues.

[aussie123]

I think you are going to need cover that is designed for a Hard Top style of boat.

A standard Cabin style will be too small for that rig.

[ellicat]

the new covers

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That all-round white light is not high enough (unless it's telescopic).

I have an outside the box idea that I'll talk to you about later

[shortie]

I remember reading Bigtez posting that you need a proper cover not a tarp because tarps will end up holding the moisture and not letting it breath casuing mold issues.

Yes but remember a tarp is a loose fit not a form fit.

[Eug]

That looks the goods shortie. Greg pretty much what I want to do to mine.

[shortie]

the new covers

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That all-round white light is not high enough (unless it's telescopic).

I have an outside the box idea that I'll talk to you about later

Thank god for that Brian. Cause if its inside the box its going to have to be 1 huge box.

[Bommie]

try and get a full water proof one not just water repellent, as my son has a water repellent one on his little boat and when it rains heavy the water seeps through

[tugger]

Get a zippered window for the drivers side you see out alot better in the dark and that should keep you a bit dryer Eug

That looks the goods shortie. Greg pretty much what I want to do to mine.

[aussie123]

A hard top cover like this one would be suitable but your getting into a few dollars for them.

This type allow for high tops,rocket launchers ect

[shortie]

Thanks lance

How much

[aussie123]

What overall length is the boat,including motor.

[zan0_15]

shortie i use a big tarp mate and have no dramas what so ever, its just hard to put on myself when the wind is blowing :silly:

ive had no worries with mould as my tarp isnt a tight fit as it hangs over my baitboard and allows plenty of air flow through the transom area and it is completely water proof. ive got a 5.7 tinnie with similar half cab set up. i also have a transom door which i leave open which allows good ventilation.

a tarp is definately an option (cheaper one as well), u just need to provide a 'space' for air to filter through/escape somewhere.

as far as longevity of the tarp goes, mines been in the elements for a year and isnt showing any signs of perishing.

just my opinion on it

[shortie]

problem solved.

I purchased a cover for a 6.5 mtr cabin boat with a 3.5 mtr beam.

Fits well enough for me. Doesnt quite cover down the sides of the boat but hey its the covers i wanted to protect.

Front

[zan0_15]

what did it set u back shortie?

[shortie]

$186

[zan0_15]

niceee, my tarp cost me the best part of 200.

u feel alot better when u know the boat isnt just sitting out in the sun baking!

[shortie]

yep im happy now.

MAybe the floor and the canopies will survive a bit longer now.