Thread subject: Whaler Central - Boston Whaler Boat Information and Photos :: Support straps for Mills Tops?

Posted by kamie on 06/20/07 - 10:26 AM
#1

I am missing one of the webbed support straps for the Mills Sun Top, I am about to install. I can buy them locally, the real question is, how should I fasten the strap to the frame. The original is riveted, would SS screws be enough to hold with all the force the top would get at speed.

Thanks

Posted by Joe Kriz on 06/20/07 - 10:32 AM
#2

kamie,

I had my straps made to match the originals.

I riveted them back on with SS pop rivets just like the originals.
I suggest just using rivets..

Posted by Carolina Surfcaster on 06/22/07 - 2:31 PM
#3

Kamie,

I believe the straps are still available from Mills. I spoke to them several weeks ago about a flying top for my '74 Outrage and they indicated straps and draw strings were still available.