Once again, your tutorials get me through another boat job. I recently started taking on the bigger jobs. My first T-top was a success. Ty so much for making these videos. You give me the confidence to take on the challenge.
Ah, the winter boat project - a true sailor's rite of passage! I'm honored that you chose my tutorial to guide you through it. Remember, even if things go overboard, just keep swimming... I mean, keep trying! You've got this!
@@SailriteDIY your videos are very helpful and informative. When you get time. Some ideas would be a showercurtain style cover that attaches around your t top and goes down to the floor (deck) of the boat( popular here in florida)and a bow mounted trolling motor cover.
So many places and "experts" insist on lacing so that the cord goes from grommet to grommet on the top side . Mine was that way and cupped alot of water in the corners . I have seen only a handful at my marina where the cord goes from grommet to grommet underneath the top .lt is the only way that I will ever do it. lt is the only sensible way to do it.
Great video! Your instructions are so clear; I'll be ordering materials from your site. If I'm using canvas for my t-top, do I use the same vinyl binding that you did, or do I use acrylic/polyester?
If you are using Sunbrella Marine Grade fabric (often called canvas) then I would use Sunbrella® Acrylic Bias Binding Tape 1" Here is a link: www.sailrite.com/Notions/Trims/Bindings/Brand/Sunbrella/Width/1%22/type/Products?order=custitem_popularity
Nickel plated brass grommets will in time start to tarnish a slight greenish powder like color, they do not rust. Stainless steel grommets will also tarnish over time turning a whitish powder like color. Can they both (nickel plated brass and stainless steel) be used in a saltwater environment? Yes, absolutely
I know this is a old thread. But instead of cutting off all the excess, why not mark for fold allowance, fold under the straight places then see corners in with 1/2" seam, then see those in place, fold under, sew around edge, do away with the binding. 🤔
Hi Tim, the calculations for the line required can be found at minute 4:58. This link will take you to that spot in the video. ua-cam.com/video/yTebYUxQSoY/v-deo.html
WRONG !! The lacing process is completely UPSIDE DOWN. The rope MUST lay on topside between grommet to grommet for maximum wind UPLIFT protection for the higher speeds water/highway.
We do show it both ways with the rope on the bottom which give a better shape to the top cupping the edges of the T-Top downward. Then at 39:35 min we show it with the line on top cupping the T-Top edges upwards. The choice to lace with the lines on the top or bottom is yours to make.
The stitch going on top from grommet to grommet offers little added wind protection. The lace from the top to the pipe does. Water run off is much more important than(especially with fabric l know first hand)that up wind nonsense. You would have to do 100 mph to maybe,again maybe rip that top the way that top material is assembled and the line used to lace it. No way . like they said do it your way
I award you the best canopy lacing expert 2021!
Once again, your tutorials get me through another boat job. I recently started taking on the bigger jobs. My first T-top was a success. Ty so much for making these videos. You give me the confidence to take on the challenge.
Excellent! We are very glad to help. Good job!!!
Excellent tutorial as always. I’ll be tackling this project for my boat over the winter.
Ah, the winter boat project - a true sailor's rite of passage! I'm honored that you chose my tutorial to guide you through it. Remember, even if things go overboard, just keep swimming... I mean, keep trying! You've got this!
I’m a videographer and make videos like this all the time. Great video, highly impressed with clear directions and shooting!
That means a lot. Thanks!!!
Finally ! Was wondering why you guys never had a video on this
We just needed a frame, so we purchased one to make the T-Top video. I hope you enjoy it!
@@SailriteDIY your videos are very helpful and informative. When you get time. Some ideas would be a showercurtain style cover that attaches around your t top and goes down to the floor (deck) of the boat( popular here in florida)and a bow mounted trolling motor cover.
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We have learned a lot from you.
Glad we could help. Let us know if you have any questions.
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Another great video by you folks. Thanks
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So many places and "experts" insist on lacing so that the cord goes from grommet to grommet on the top side . Mine was that way and cupped alot of water in the corners . I have seen only a handful at my marina where the cord goes from grommet to grommet underneath the top .lt is the only way that I will ever do it. lt is the only sensible way to do it.
Thank you for sharing your experience! It's always helpful to hear different perspectives, especially when it comes to practical tips like these.
Great video! Your instructions are so clear; I'll be ordering materials from your site. If I'm using canvas for my t-top, do I use the same vinyl binding that you did, or do I use acrylic/polyester?
If you are using Sunbrella Marine Grade fabric (often called canvas) then I would use Sunbrella® Acrylic Bias Binding Tape 1" Here is a link: www.sailrite.com/Notions/Trims/Bindings/Brand/Sunbrella/Width/1%22/type/Products?order=custitem_popularity
Question. Do nickel grommets rust or corrode or will the stay nice and shiny in saltwater use?
Nickel plated brass grommets will in time start to tarnish a slight greenish powder like color, they do not rust. Stainless steel grommets will also tarnish over time turning a whitish powder like color. Can they both (nickel plated brass and stainless steel) be used in a saltwater environment? Yes, absolutely
Is the 4 inch spacing between the grommets measured from center of grommet to center of grommet or from edge of grommet to edge of grommet?
Spacing of grommets is always measured from center to center.
How do you calculate the lenght of the leech line so you ha e enough at the end
You can find the calculations for the leechline at min 5:02 in the video. Perimeter of Top x 3.5 = Length of line
How do you measure the leech line so you don’t end up with a bunch of knots? Thank you in advance!
Hi Jeady,
you can find the calculations for the leechline at min 5:02 in the video.
I know this is a old thread. But instead of cutting off all the excess, why not mark for fold allowance, fold under the straight places then see corners in with 1/2" seam, then see those in place, fold under, sew around edge, do away with the binding. 🤔
How much Dacron line should you allow for?
Hi Tim, the calculations for the line required can be found at minute 4:58.
This link will take you to that spot in the video.
ua-cam.com/video/yTebYUxQSoY/v-deo.html
where do you get the salirite tag that gets sewed in?
Get them here: www.sailrite.com/Sailrite-Woven-Sew-In-Tags-2Pk
WRONG !! The lacing process is completely UPSIDE DOWN. The rope MUST lay on topside between grommet to grommet for maximum wind UPLIFT protection for the higher speeds water/highway.
We do show it both ways with the rope on the bottom which give a better shape to the top cupping the edges of the T-Top downward. Then at 39:35 min we show it with the line on top cupping the T-Top edges upwards. The choice to lace with the lines on the top or bottom is yours to make.
@@SailriteDIY well, one way is wrong
The stitch going on top from grommet to grommet
offers little added wind protection. The lace from the top to the pipe does. Water run off is much more important than(especially with fabric l know first hand)that up wind nonsense. You would have to do 100 mph to maybe,again maybe rip that top the way that top material is assembled and the line used to lace it. No way . like they said do it your way
I love your videos!!!