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Old 12-02-2016, 06:23 PM   #7
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Arch, this is a great idea. My concern, and I know it has not been a problem for you despite some testing weather, is the risk of flexion affecting the panels. Provided that is not an issue I see a market opening, perhaps even an economic advantage over having a custom made f/g bimini hardtop for boats not built with one.
It may be, unlike your solid frame,many standard canvas cover bimini frames lack the rigidity to accommodate panels without risk of flexion damage and would need replacing or reinforcing.
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