THE OUTLAW Posted August 23, 2016 Report Share Posted August 23, 2016 Hello I am getting ready to build a new t-top for a 23 Pathfinder . Please post up pictures of your set ups. I am very curious to see the new styles that have been incorporated in the last several years. Any input would be greatly appreciated . Thanks in advance ! Ralph @ AIM WELDING Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fin-addict Posted August 23, 2016 Report Share Posted August 23, 2016 before the build think of anything you would might want to have on it. if adding an electronic box have a pull wire run from console to box for add on's later. many new tops are being curved towards the stern and oval or semi flat tubes being used vs round ones. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Shindig Posted August 24, 2016 Report Share Posted August 24, 2016 make sure to consider "your height" and have them build accordingly, There is a standard height that the fabricator will use but if your a tall person or shorter than average consider adjusting so you have appropriate head clearance and even shade for a shorter person. I'm 6'4" so I added a few inches to the height. Just a thought Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lowcountry Joe Posted August 24, 2016 Report Share Posted August 24, 2016 Go with a hard top. Fabric top will wear and deterioate over time and will need replacement. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fin-addict Posted August 24, 2016 Report Share Posted August 24, 2016 hardtop good if you have the $$$$$, my pathy and last boat had 13 year old sunbrella and still going strong. jmo, fin Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fin-addict Posted August 24, 2016 Report Share Posted August 24, 2016 this is my top w/upper station Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fishmanjj Posted August 24, 2016 Report Share Posted August 24, 2016 fin, very nice set up, I tarpon fished with a friend on his YF24 with similar t top and upper station.......man o man.....that extra height really makes a big diff for sight fishing Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Onionrings Posted August 24, 2016 Report Share Posted August 24, 2016 Here is my 2300 with the factory soft T-Top. Love it can't see myself with a boat without one.... 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fishmanjj Posted August 25, 2016 Report Share Posted August 25, 2016 Onionrings, that is a nice looking rig ! 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fishtaco Posted August 25, 2016 Report Share Posted August 25, 2016 I had a t-top on my 2200. Couldn't imagine having one without. The one thing I couldn't live without was there was a zipper covered by a Velcro flap on either side of the console for rods to pass through. That way you could still use the rod holders either side of the console. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
THE OUTLAW Posted August 25, 2016 Author Report Share Posted August 25, 2016 Onion THATS WHAI AM LOOKING FOR ! Can you please send me a few more pics ? Especially how the fwd n aft legs are positioned on the deck , and the rod holder layout ! I am starting this project , right after Laborday weekend and want to avoid putting the aft pads on the console . THANKS Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Onionrings Posted August 26, 2016 Report Share Posted August 26, 2016 16 hours ago, THE OUTLAW said: Onion THATS WHAI AM LOOKING FOR ! Can you please send me a few more pics ? Especially how the fwd n aft legs are positioned on the deck , and the rod holder layout ! I am starting this project , right after Laborday weekend and want to avoid putting the aft pads on the console . THANKS I dont have any saved pics of that but I'll try to remember to take some this weekend if I use the boat. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
THE OUTLAW Posted August 26, 2016 Author Report Share Posted August 26, 2016 THANKS Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fishmanjj Posted August 26, 2016 Report Share Posted August 26, 2016 How do you like the 250 SHO on the 23 ? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
deepsouthtech Posted August 28, 2016 Report Share Posted August 28, 2016 Just added this factory T-Top that I bought from a forum member here to my boat. I love it. I won't own another boat without one! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
THE OUTLAW Posted September 13, 2016 Author Report Share Posted September 13, 2016 I wanted to thank everyone for the pictures . I completed the t top today . The owner is taking the boat to fish a tournament this weekend . I will post more pictures when the top is on the boat and complete . 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Miss Jazzy Posted September 13, 2016 Report Share Posted September 13, 2016 Looks very nice! I would love to add one to my boat. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Shindig Posted September 14, 2016 Report Share Posted September 14, 2016 Where are you having the top fabricated? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
THE OUTLAW Posted September 14, 2016 Author Report Share Posted September 14, 2016 I am making the top . A.I.M. Welding 954-581-7630. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
plainsman5 Posted September 14, 2016 Report Share Posted September 14, 2016 Very nice top Outlaw! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fin-addict Posted September 14, 2016 Report Share Posted September 14, 2016 good looking top Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fishmanjj Posted September 14, 2016 Report Share Posted September 14, 2016 Outlaw...that T top looks fantastic !! Great job. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fin-addict Posted September 16, 2016 Report Share Posted September 16, 2016 are you going to be adding mounting plates for antenna and fore and aft deck lights, rod holders across the back of frame. keep the pictures coming, love boat porn. fin Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
THE OUTLAW Posted September 16, 2016 Author Report Share Posted September 16, 2016 The spreader lights will be mounted on the 1 7/8" ovals on center line. The ant/ ???? Will be mounted on the 4" ovals running fore and aft with the legs . The owner did not want aft rod holders . He is a guide ????? I build what they want . I will keep em coming . Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lurem Posted September 16, 2016 Report Share Posted September 16, 2016 Sorry I am a little late to the party. This one was done and the sides were extended 6-8" on each side to allow for more shade. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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