2006 270 FV

Jmifsud

Hello everyone, I'm new to this forum. We just bought an 06 270 FV. 
We want to install a radar arch has any one have any advice (pros and cons) 

aero3113

Are you wanting it for looks or to mount accessories to? Take a look at this thread. Keep in mind if there are any low bridges in your area also.

https://rinkerboats.vanillacommunities.com/discussion/8772/03-rinker-270-fv-radar-arch

Jmifsud

We like it for the look and want to add led lights thanks for your response

Handymans342

Was the previous owner of this 270 on this forum?

Cableguy Greg

Be sure to mount it in the correct position. A friend of mine has a 270 that had an arch added at a later date and whoever mounted it did so about 6 inches too low. They had to modify their canvas to fit with the arch. The canvas should go under the arch with about 2 inches to spare.

diggin2day1

Be sure that it’s the correct shade of white as well... 

06Rinker270

@Jmifsud obviously by my very clever name, I have the same boat!  Welcome to the forum.

When I first purchased the boat I wanted an arch as well and wished I searched for a boat with one.  I liked the look and having lights facing down to the cockpit and the anchor light attached is a plus.  But after investigation and cost it didn't seem worth it to me.  I also read some installations gone wrong as stated above and colors not matching up.

Any other 270 questions feel free to ask!  I am going on my 7th season with the boat and love it.  Where do you boat?  

Jmifsud

Whoa another  JM  lol. We live in Ontario, so we will boat in Georgian Bay

YYZRC

Are you thinking stainless steel tube arch? Probably easier to find than the factory aluminum arch. 

Willhound

Last time I spotted a 270 arch for sale it was priced around $5000 plus shipping if I remember correctly. Pretty scarce.

reneechris14

Call Doug Russell marine in Worcester MA. Drove by the other day and thought in seen a couple there.

Jmifsud

Hello everyone looks like finding this arch is tougher than I thought  then the cost?? That said we  are going to focus more on the other 2 items, bow thruster and windlass. If anyone can help there it would be greatly appreciated. Would my boat be pre-wired for the windlass? 

Cableguy Greg

Jmifsud said:

Hello everyone looks like finding this arch is tougher than I thought  then the cost?? That said we  are going to focus more on the other 2 items, bow thruster and windlass. If anyone can help there it would be greatly appreciated. Would my boat be pre-wired for the windlass? 

It should be prewired for the windlass. Open up the anchor locker and look to the starboard side. You might need to use your phone to take some pictures in areas where you can't see.

YYZRC

https://www.kijiji.ca/v-powerboat-motorboat/trenton-on/2008-rinker-280-tower/1513411903

Jmifsud

Thanks you for your quick response