Front bimini strap for 342

LaRea

I'm looking for a pair of front bimini straps for a 342.  Any suggestions?

I'm referring to the two 3-foot straps that fit between the windshield and the forward bimini frame to put tension on the bimini.  They are black 1"-wide straps with a snap hook at the bottom, a loop at the top, and a quick-release latch near the top. 

Mine are weather-worn, and I want to replace them.

Thanks - Chris

Black_Diamond

Call a local marine canvas shop, cost you a few dollars at most.

bat32

It wasn't that easy for me. See this post and it has all the info you should need. I received mine in less then a week once I found out where to get them.


http://rinkerboats.vanillaforums.com/discussion/872/bimini-support-strap#latest

LaRea

I guess the answer is to have a shop make them.  Thanks for the info!  The Seadog bimini strap looks thin and flimsy compared to the OEM strap.  Ditto with the one sold by West Marine, and neither one has a quick-release buckle.

By the way -- the reason for the 2-piece strap is that you can't put up the cockpit cover without taking the straps down.  The quick-release makes it easy.  

bat32

Why don't you just order them from ameritex? Their info was in the link I posted.

LaRea

Sorry, I must be dense -- I can't find the link.  Would you mind re-posting?  

bat32

http://rinkerboats.vanillaforums.com/discussion/872/bimini-support-strap#latest

I put all the info throughout this post. If you are still having problems pm me and I can forward all the info I've got.

bat32

Contact at Ameritex is cfoster@ameritexfabrics.com. Chyerl Foster (correct spelling). It w as $14 a strap but you will need to buy a minimum of 2 straps for them to ship. They come in grey and black. You can also order them through Rinker but are more expensive and will take longer to get.