Who needs new canvas from Ameritex?

YYZRC

Piggybacking somewhat on @davidbrooks thread - there are a few of us who want new canvas from Ameritex. I wonder if we get together and submit a “bulk” order if we can get Ameritex to put us in the queue for delivery before spring? It would essentially be one order if we use Darren @coverguy2 as our conduit. 

Cableguy Greg

I am in!!! I need a full camper top and a cockpit cover. 

J3ff

mooring cover for a 2004 270 here.. 

rmfriday

I am in also
full camper for a 342

tricountytrail

Cockpit cover 2005 360 Rinker

pcmpete

mooring cover for 2010 360EC please

Dream_Inn

Yep, I  need canvas for 400.  I'd be in. I've been trying over 2 years.

Cableguy Greg

I am on a group called Lippert Captain’s. Lippert owns TaylorMade who we all know owns Ameritex. I am trying to get some better information from Lippert on when Ameritex might be able to make canvas again for our boats. I am going to suggest the bulk order. I will report back when I hear something. 

YYZRC

Awesome @Cableguy Greg - Darren is now saying spring at earliest 

414poplarct

I will need coves all around for a 360 Hardtop I was looking at RNR Marina is this the same company. RNR advertises that they can make factory covers for Rinker's. 

YYZRC

RNR is a reseller of Ameritex. 

Pat310

@414poplarct check this out before dealing with RNR
https://www.thehulltruth.com/vendor-talk/679977-rnr-marine-out-business.html
I have never dealt with them but was looking into options to Ameritex when I came across this thread

Aqua_Aura

RNR is much more expensive as well. 

414poplarct

Hi Pat310, checked it out that web site. Did not know they were out of business. I would like to in on the purchase for covers from Ameritex. Please keep me in the loop. I can order anytime would like to have for next year 

Griffs_Aboard

CableGuy Greg I am interested; been waiting for Ameritech to come back online for consumer orders for a year now. Boat is 2013  Rinker 290ec.  Need the 5 pieces attaching windshield to arch. Color Navy Blue.

Cableguy Greg

I sent an email to the contact that I got through Lippert. I will let everyone know what comes of it when I hear back. 

YYZRC

Thanks @Cableguy Greg - I really hope this comes together. 

Cableguy Greg

rmfriday said:

I am in also
full camper for a 342

What year??

Cableguy Greg

Griffs_Aboard said:

CableGuy Greg I am interested; been waiting for Ameritech to come back online for consumer orders for a year now. Boat is 2013  Rinker 290ec.  Need the 5 pieces attaching windshield to arch. Color Navy Blue.

I need specific pieces if possible. 

myers12477

That's great - I'm in too! I have a 2003 Rinker Captiva 232 Cuddy. 24 ft, w/8.6 ft beam.
 I already have the Bimini Top. Navy color.
I need: Front (clear) Connector, Side curtains (2), Camper top, Camper Side Curtains (2), Camper Aft Curtain. in Navy. Thanks

rmfriday

2005, navy, I have snaps not bungees 

414poplarct

Any news on the covers yet

howardrams

I broke down and had a local place replace just the window sections of my rear cover 2 months ago, and the zipper for the screen window.  I would be "in" for at least one side curtain which has yellowed and hardened!

Cableguy Greg

Just an update on my end. I had a little back and forth conversation with the contact at Lippert a few weeks ago, but recently he has ghosted me. Don’t get your hopes up. I will still try. 

YYZRC

Wow.  Brutal news.

davidbrooks

@Cableguy Greg Sorry to hear this.  I have placed 6 different calls with Canvas/Upholstery companies, Mechanics and outdrive repair firms to only have one return a call.  It is frustrating.  Tell me you cant help me, tell me you are too busy with existing work and cant do it for months, tell me you cant get materials but just don't ignore me.  Grrr.

rmfriday

any update on Ameritex taking orders?
Still looking for all new canvas...

Cableguy Greg

rmfriday said:

any update on Ameritex taking orders?
Still looking for all new canvas...

Nope…

skennelly

Seriously what's the deal with Ameritex?  Did they lose all of their employees?  The pandemic is over.

Cableguy Greg

skennelly said:

Seriously what's the deal with Ameritex?  Did they lose all of their employees?  The pandemic is over.

Who knows… From my sources they are behind on their orders from all of the COVID boats that were sold over the last 2 1/2 years. Very frustrating!! I wonder if Kim Slocum has a connection to get a few made? Maybe I should reach out to him. 

tazdevil

i am looking for front connector rinker 280ec 2009