bimini top

[belsam]

Our '09 230 with FCT1 is about due in. What OTT bimini would you guys get ? I had good success with towerbimini on our 211. I really liked the look of the top Jeff had on his 230. I know it was under the tower..............please help

[sstexan]

The z5 cargo is the only way to go.... It is so worth the extra $. I promise you will not be dissapointed. I will post some pics for you later tonight. PM me, and I will tell you where to buy. I shopped it and found the place.

[Bevan]

I'm really happy with the factory Ameritex bimini on my boat, my buddy has the same bimini over the FCT1 on his 08 210 and it has excellent coverage and looks great.

[Nautiquehunter]

That's a FCT2 on the Billabong .The Z5 is great unless you tow the boat to the lake I wouldn't want to leave it on
wile towing. I have a Tower Bimini and am very happy with it.

[aarond0083]

+1 on the OTT style from Tower Biminis for the FCT2.

I like the Z5 but doesn't fit my tower and also don't like that is it always there. I have only use my bimini when kids or ladies are on the boat. I never need a break from the sun so it doesn't come out when it's just the guys crew. Used it the other day for coverage during a quick rain shower.

[aarond0083]

Forgot to mention that when the bimini is booted, it shields the tower from 95% of the bugs that I normal would have to clean each time after trailering.

[sstexan]

I have been towing with the Z5 and it has been no problem at all. I have added straps to the front as a safety measure only. I believe the tower is stronger with the Z5 in place acting like cross beams. I do not get the flex I used to when going over large waves.
Also, utilizing the top for surf boards and other stuff is priceless. Getting all that bulky stuff up and out of the way makes the boat so much more enjoyable. The way the top flips down giving you access is really slick...

Call the guys at Orlando Nautiques. You have to buy through a dealer, not direct through Z5. I spoke with the guys directly at Z5 and they say trailering is no problem at all, it was designed for it!

[belsam]

texas, I'm gonna get the Z5 I think..............how hard is it to remove ?? thxs for all ya'lls help

[sstexan]

30 secods flat! Give me a call @ 713.213.5440 If you have any more questions. Thanks,

Webb

[belsam]

thxs sstexan.............will call