Does anyone make a boat cover (mast up) and a sail cover that would fit a 98 X, or do I have to have it made? Also if I have to make them what kind of costs might I be looking at? I live in San Diego and I am putting my boat into dry storage next to Mission Bay.
Thanks
Chuck
Boat Cover / Sail Cover
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richandlori
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Theo
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- Location: Huntington Beach, CA
Hi All,
I would be interested in this also. My boat usually lives in my driveway in Huntington Beach. Unfortunately, my property backs a busy street and my Mac gets covered in foul diesel exhaust and brake lining dust. The stuff actually stains my gelcoat. I have been contemplating commandeering the wife's sewing machine (it is a power tool after all) but it sounds like a massive task.
I would be interested in this also. My boat usually lives in my driveway in Huntington Beach. Unfortunately, my property backs a busy street and my Mac gets covered in foul diesel exhaust and brake lining dust. The stuff actually stains my gelcoat. I have been contemplating commandeering the wife's sewing machine (it is a power tool after all) but it sounds like a massive task.
Boat cover
Yeah -I'm in the middle of making a deck cover. Like others, my boat spends a good deal of time in the driveway, in a prominent position. The tarp option is cheapest, but not the prettiest. I asked how much to get something made.......choke.......pick me up off the floor.........too much !
So, what I need is just something to keep the sun off so the UV doesn't degrade the fiberglass as fast. What I found was a rubberised mesh product that campers and caravans (trailers) use to lay on the ground (of annexes etc.), so they don't get so much dirt inside. This stuff has lots of little holes in it, so it breathes and shouldn't grow any mildew underneath when draped over the deck. This stuff is heavier than a tarp, but it does drape nicely and fit the lines of the deck. It can be cut with scissors. Could be hand stitched I guess, but what I've done is use brass grommets to make a sleeve which can be weighted down to hold it in place just below the gunnel. Looks very smart (in royal blue). I have one drape done which covers the main cabin and windows down to gunnel. Just in the process of making the next drape which will cover the forward part of the cabin deck and anchor locker.
I don't know how many seasons its going to last - if I get a couple of years I'll be happy. At least I'll end up with a pattern that I can use for next time if a more expensive fabric is needed.
Craig
So, what I need is just something to keep the sun off so the UV doesn't degrade the fiberglass as fast. What I found was a rubberised mesh product that campers and caravans (trailers) use to lay on the ground (of annexes etc.), so they don't get so much dirt inside. This stuff has lots of little holes in it, so it breathes and shouldn't grow any mildew underneath when draped over the deck. This stuff is heavier than a tarp, but it does drape nicely and fit the lines of the deck. It can be cut with scissors. Could be hand stitched I guess, but what I've done is use brass grommets to make a sleeve which can be weighted down to hold it in place just below the gunnel. Looks very smart (in royal blue). I have one drape done which covers the main cabin and windows down to gunnel. Just in the process of making the next drape which will cover the forward part of the cabin deck and anchor locker.
I don't know how many seasons its going to last - if I get a couple of years I'll be happy. At least I'll end up with a pattern that I can use for next time if a more expensive fabric is needed.
Craig
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Tom Root
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Just something I'd like to mention. If you do tarp your Mac, ensure that you have it very tightly secured. I had quite a chore getting rid of scuff marks left on the gelcoat due to a loose flapping tarp that rubbed due to wind!
I know that the thread is for a mast-up covering solution, but of course this still applies. As I have recently stated, it took a power washer to get the black mold specs off my boat, and these appeared because it was in the elements, but I suppose they could occur if the cover allows dew to form on the gel also.
My solution was to put it into a 'Garage', and although it's only been a short time, I wish I did this from when I first got the boat! I powerwashed the white canopy a week ago, and it is filthy already....just like the boat was, when left uncovered. I have seen a fellow club members boat which was a '95 and was always impressed that it looked gorgous all the time. He was fortunate enough to be able to keep his boat in a large RV type permanant structure...and that was the key! I don't have that luxury, so this is the next best thing!
I must report that I am now working on the oxidation, and am pleased that it will stay much cleaner, and the gel will get much less of a beating!
The black gel is problematic, I can only imagine what you blue hull guys are going through! Cover your boat and all is well....I am a believer now, as this makes me much more content! I hated maintaining the gel, and still have it look horrible!
The size I found that works is the 12' X 30' garage type canopy. This allows you to work on both sides of the boat easily! I accomplished this by having two 20' lengths and when assembling the second enclosure, I just cut the horizontal section in half, and used the entire material section I had by doubling it on the frame. I suppose it could be taylored, but I have not done that in case I want to just extend it for other items etc. I installed the side and end panels also. I do have to unbungee one end when I remove the boat...but that takes every bit of two minutes!
It's soooo sweet to walk out to a boat that is clean and ready to meander down to the launch ramp without spending 45 minutes to scrub her down before I go, come back and do the same to remove the salt with salt-away. More time for enjoying it....for sure!
I know that the thread is for a mast-up covering solution, but of course this still applies. As I have recently stated, it took a power washer to get the black mold specs off my boat, and these appeared because it was in the elements, but I suppose they could occur if the cover allows dew to form on the gel also.
My solution was to put it into a 'Garage', and although it's only been a short time, I wish I did this from when I first got the boat! I powerwashed the white canopy a week ago, and it is filthy already....just like the boat was, when left uncovered. I have seen a fellow club members boat which was a '95 and was always impressed that it looked gorgous all the time. He was fortunate enough to be able to keep his boat in a large RV type permanant structure...and that was the key! I don't have that luxury, so this is the next best thing!
I must report that I am now working on the oxidation, and am pleased that it will stay much cleaner, and the gel will get much less of a beating!
The black gel is problematic, I can only imagine what you blue hull guys are going through! Cover your boat and all is well....I am a believer now, as this makes me much more content! I hated maintaining the gel, and still have it look horrible!
The size I found that works is the 12' X 30' garage type canopy. This allows you to work on both sides of the boat easily! I accomplished this by having two 20' lengths and when assembling the second enclosure, I just cut the horizontal section in half, and used the entire material section I had by doubling it on the frame. I suppose it could be taylored, but I have not done that in case I want to just extend it for other items etc. I installed the side and end panels also. I do have to unbungee one end when I remove the boat...but that takes every bit of two minutes!
It's soooo sweet to walk out to a boat that is clean and ready to meander down to the launch ramp without spending 45 minutes to scrub her down before I go, come back and do the same to remove the salt with salt-away. More time for enjoying it....for sure!
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Bobby T.-26X #4767
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this is a pretty good price on a silver(outside) & black (inside) tarp that will last 1.5 - 2 seasons each.
it comes in a 2-pack.
15 x 30: $90
20 x 30: $120
Tarps Plus
it comes in a 2-pack.
15 x 30: $90
20 x 30: $120
Tarps Plus