Hey Pam- I did all the canvas on the boat using a
Sailrite. A machine with a longer arm would have been
nice, but not as portable. I used mainly Sunbrella,
with a little Seamark(Sunbrella w/ vinyl backing). I
use Tenara(sp?) thread. I opted to use only 30 mil
glass so I can roll the panels up easier. I like YKK
zippers, it seems the black ones last much longer than
the white ones. I spent about $350 to make the bimini
and side panels. Of course my time is not worth
anything, it's a boat...
The push pit, poop deck, stern pulpit, or what ever
one wishes to call it was an option from Ta Shing.
It's great for fishing, getting in and out of the
dinghy, a radar pole/outboard lift, and it gives the
first mate a few feet more to get away from the
captain. I guess if one were to retrofit, you would
need a new stern rail also. I wonder which would be
less expensive, an arch or a push pit and new stern
rail? Sorry I don't have any drawings.
Jim

Pamarno@comcast.net wrote:

> Jim
> Your pictures are wonderful. Did you do the sewing
> if so what kind of machine, fabric, and thread was
> used. I personally would elect the grommets, as the
> needle perforation for installing the yyk zippers
> weakens the cloth where it is most flexed. Here in
> Bellingham I have seen many a beautiful enclosure
> blown to shreds because the absent owner did not
> leave the
> wind a tunnel to blow through.
> Also appreciated the reality check of living in
> hurricane country.
> Your stern push-pit is interesting. Did you have it
> fabricated, if so, would you consider providing
> drawings or other source.
> I plan an electronics
> mast and this might be useful for an inaccessible
> space.
> Pam Hooper
> Pamarno, 1980 Baba 30 #88

 
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