Re: Chain to replace nylon bimini straps?
Re: Chain to replace nylon bimini straps?
I like your idea, If you don't mind the chain rubbing on misc. surfaces and scratching it. BUT to play devils advocate, the web straps have a certain degree of flexibility that allows your Bimini to move to the wind while underway and minimizes the strain and shock to your windshield. By using chain (on that spot at least) you may find in the worst case, having to replace a Bimini pole, glass or a windshield frame, to at least having to constantly re-tightening screws.
Keep an eye on it and if you start seeing something happen, throw on the web strap, and re-group.