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quilombo
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Initially Posted - 06/01/2008 : 21:19:53

can any of you fine people give the the width and height of your bimini top before I order one, was out in the sun today, and have decided to buy one,,
and also
does anyone have a connection where I can find the original fitting that goes to the end of my life line where the pelican clip holds, what I would consider the door , basically its a hoop with a threaded female end where the life line would screw into,
it of course fell into the water today as we were sailing
thanks

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dlucier
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Response Posted - 06/01/2008 : 21:30:13

<blockquote id="quote">quote:<hr height="1" noshade id="quote">Originally posted by quilombo
 Can any of you fine people give the the width and height of your bimini top before I order one,...<hr height="1" noshade id="quote"></blockquote id="quote">

I don't know if I would trust that someone else's numbers would fit my boat, particularly in height. I custom cut my bimini so it just clears the boom. As they say, measure twice, cut once.

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quilombo
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Response Posted - 06/01/2008 : 21:32:03

are the cat 25's all the same size??

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dlucier
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Response Posted - 06/01/2008 : 21:45:27

<blockquote id="quote">quote:<hr height="1" noshade id="quote">Originally posted by quilombo
 are the cat 25's all the same size??
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Yeah, C25's are the same size, but boom height can vary depending on the cut, condition, and position of the main sail. Some PO's might have even done something out of the ordinary as evidenced by the [url="http://www.catalina-capri-25s.org/forum/topic.asp?TOPIC_ID=17826"]Boom Conundrum [/url] topic which proves my point.

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Ed Cassidy
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Response Posted - 06/01/2008 : 21:52:44

Can you post a picture of what you need. My pelican clip attaches to the stern pulpit.
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Ed

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quilombo
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Response Posted - 06/01/2008 : 22:00:52

no I dont have a picture at the moment, I was going to go to west marine to get a new one but I prefer the original
basically its a hoop with a threaded hole, that the cable screws into just past the stantion, , ans it holds the cable from coming through the stantion then you take your pelican and clip it to that hoop and it closes the lifeline

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dmpilc
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Response Posted - 06/01/2008 : 22:38:01

Boom height will vary primarily based on whether you have a std or tall rig. In addition to the boom height, the bimini height will be determined by where it will be attached to the boat, on top of the coaming, on the deck outside of the coaming, or on genoa track cars modified for the purpose. those factors will also determine the width to order.

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KenDavis
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Response Posted - 06/02/2008 : 12:14:49

The lifeline fitting is reverse thread. I need one too, but have not found a source.

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Ed Cassidy
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Response Posted - 06/02/2008 : 12:18:12

I have spare lifelines but I can't figure out what you need. If someone could post a picture, I could verify what I have and I would gladly send it along to both of you.
Ed

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quilombo
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Response Posted - 06/03/2008 : 05:51:58

Ok, will post a picture when I get back to the marina,
didnt think it was gonna be that obscure item
whats up with the bimini top size,,,, why the big deal,,
I have a standard rig 78 Cat, does anybody out there have a bimini on one, if so, what height and width did you get??

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dlucier
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Response Posted - 06/03/2008 : 07:32:10

<blockquote id="quote">quote:<hr height="1" noshade id="quote">Originally posted by quilombo
 whats up with the bimini top size,,,, why the big deal,,
I have a standard rig 78 Cat, does anybody out there have a bimini on one, if so, what height and width did you get??
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Along with boom height, determining the size of the bimini also depends on mounting options (side decks, genoa track, coaming top) and personal preference as to how long one wants it. Some prefer a shorter one to make access to the foredeck easier while others want a longer one to overhang the companionway. If mounting on track cars, take into account the width required to move it aft on the narrowing genoa track.

If you want an accurate measurement, raise your main, harden the sheet, then take a height measurement. If you are mounting on the coaming top, place a boathook across the coamings and take a measurement. If going to the sidedeck or genoa track, add the distance from the boathook down.

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quilombo
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Response Posted - 06/03/2008 : 07:40:33

gotcha,
I was assuming most would be mounting on the coaming top

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Frank Hopper
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Response Posted - 06/03/2008 : 09:11:53

Mine is on the coaming top, I like it there. I can stow it on the stern rail. From an old post...GO2Marine.com where I ordered a Westland 46H X 72L X 67-72W, I went with the polished aluminum/Sunbrella/chrome fittings.
http://www.go2marine.com/product.do?no=113634F

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Scumbucket
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Response Posted - 06/03/2008 : 09:36:19

I like Frank's posts he is the "Ansel Adams" of the group!

A good picture is worth a 1000 words :)

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Response Posted - 06/03/2008 : 09:38:11

I put mine on the deck just forward of the "winch islands"--the wide parts of the coamings. When you decide where you want to mount it and take your measurements, order the bimini a few inches taller, and then trim down the legs of the main bow to get just the "right height"--which could also be affected by personal preference. I sized mine so I could see over it when standing aft of it. (I hope it works for Bruce.)

Also be aware that you'll probably need to raise the boom at least momentarily to fold the bimini either forward or back--that's just the way they are.

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DaveR
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Response Posted - 06/03/2008 : 10:08:23

Mine are also mounted on the coaming top with the tie downs on the rail. I'd like to put it on tracks, It'd be nice to be able to adjust to the angle of sun.

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Frank Hopper
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Response Posted - 06/03/2008 : 10:36:27

Aside:
Dave, I wonder why you don't have self tailing wenches, I thought they were standard on our '89s.

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stampeder
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Response Posted - 06/03/2008 : 14:27:58

<blockquote id="quote">quote:<hr height="1" noshade id="quote">I like Frank's posts he is the "Ansel Adams" of the group!
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I've always thought of Frank Hopper and his photographic treasure trove as more of an Annie Leibovitz.

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Frank Hopper
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Response Posted - 06/03/2008 : 17:17:21

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quilombo
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Response Posted - 06/03/2008 : 23:24:29

that fitting I need is this one in the picture

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dmpilc
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Response Posted - 06/04/2008 : 11:39:58

Check out boatcovers.com. I'm very happy with the bimini we purchased from them. Also, they include a storage boot (cover) free with the purchase.

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