Wanting convertible top

Kmyers

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I would like to have a convertible top for my 1973 starcraft 18ft holiday but I have seen a few state it would need to be custom made. If so has anyone made one that is raised higher than normal after leaving the windshield with taller mounting hardware. I would love to see some pictures if anyone has any of original convertible tops or custom tops of any type. Thanks for any help on this
 

TheWrks

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Re: Wanting convertible top

Hey Kmyers you can have a look at a bone stock 68 with a custom rear.






Click on the photo to be sent to my Flickr acct


Scott
 

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Kmyers

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Re: Wanting convertible top

Thanks thewrks very nice, the convertible top is a must
 

tgp***

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Re: Wanting convertible top

Nice Top!! Pricey to have one made, but I don't know of any other way to get one like the one TheWrks has. I'd like one for my 66' Nassau like that, and I was quoted $1000 to have one made.
 

GA_Boater

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Re: Wanting convertible top

I find it funny that the top makers don't do convertible tops. Bimini tops all day long bot no converts. All the windshields I've seen have snaps for CTs and your only choice is custom made. Are or were CTs only available on brand new factory boats? The Starcraft brochures have hundreds of pics of tinnies and glassers with convertible tops. It's enough to drive a man to drink. More.
 

tgp***

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Re: Wanting convertible top

Its the Holidays (pun intended) just another reason to drink. Heavy.:D
 

airshot

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Re: Wanting convertible top

I do not have a pic, however around here the convertible tops are quite popular. I am in NW Ohio by Lake Erie and many of the tops have a clear extension between the windshield and the top itself, but yes they are custom made, the trollers on the lake like to stand while at the helm and be able to see fore and aft while dragging their lures. I am sure they cost big $$$ but are very doable.

Airshot
 
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