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by PowerReviewsPros
- Easy to install (19)
- Attractive (16)
- Easy to use (16)
- Well built / quality (10)
Cons
- Flimsy construction (5)
- Poor design (3)
Best Uses
- Small boats (12)
- Large boats (7)
- Personal watercraft (4)
- Reviewer Profile:
- Casual/ recreational (12), Recreational (7), Advanced (5)
- Was this a gift?:
- No (13)
Most Liked Positive Review
Mixed feelings..
Not sure if it was worth the [$]. The plastic wingnuts stripped upon 1st tightening. I will be replacing them with straight pins after I drill holes through the alum tubing in the ...Read complete review
Not sure if it was worth the [$]. The plastic wingnuts stripped upon 1st tightening. I will be replacing them with straight pins after I drill holes through the alum tubing in the 2 spots that I would like the top to sit at, in both the deployed position, and also trailering position. Still a better option than the alternative (fixed support poles), but definitely felt this could've been a better product for the money, and would expect to perform NO modifications or hassles- especially for the price.
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Most Liked Negative Review
Don't bother
Not sure if it was a design defect or not, but the ends could NOT be attached to the bimini top frame without completely taking the frame apart (which was impossible as the frame ...Read complete review
Not sure if it was a design defect or not, but the ends could NOT be attached to the bimini top frame without completely taking the frame apart (which was impossible as the frame comes riveted right from the factory). Needless to say I sent them back and bought the 48" poles that didn't need to be cut for my application (and saved $20 in the process).
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Pros
- Easy To Install
Cons
Best Uses
- Personal Watercraft
Comments about Taylor Made Adjustable Bimini Top Support Poles:
You all gave me a discount on my last order a week ago, but not on these.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Attractive Design
- Easy To Install
- Easy To Use
- Quality Construction
Cons
Best Uses
- Small Boats
Comments about Taylor Made Adjustable Bimini Top Support Poles:
This very easy to install and will support the Bimini Top when traveling down the road. It also will keep it off the engine cover and out of the way.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Attractive Design
- Easy To Install
Cons
- Flaw in design
Best Uses
Comments about Taylor Made Adjustable Bimini Top Support Poles:
Not sure if it was worth the [$]. The plastic wingnuts stripped upon 1st tightening. I will be replacing them with straight pins after I drill holes through the alum tubing in the 2 spots that I would like the top to sit at, in both the deployed position, and also trailering position. Still a better option than the alternative (fixed support poles), but definitely felt this could've been a better product for the money, and would expect to perform NO modifications or hassles- especially for the price.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Easy To Use
Cons
- Difficult To Install
Best Uses
- Bass boats
Comments about Taylor Made Adjustable Bimini Top Support Poles:
I had to make a vertical cut in the part that attaches to the bimini so I could spread it enough to fit onto the bimini frame post. The screw attaching the adjusable pole then holds that cut closed. There was no other way to attach to my bimini except to disassemble the bimini.
Also, it would have helped if they had included a 3mm hex wrench. I had to run to the hardware to pick one up.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Attractive Design
- Easy To Install
- Easy To Use
- Matches ShadeMate frame
Cons
- Flimsy Construction
Best Uses
- Personal Watercraft
- Small Boats
Comments about Taylor Made Adjustable Bimini Top Support Poles:
Positive:
Looks great with aluminum ShadeMate top frame; same aluminum tubing so it itegrates together nicely and looks like it came with the bimini top. Keeps the top nicely supported off the gunwale. Easy to install and adjust.
Negative:
The biggest negative is the plastic "hardware." The set screws that hold the adjustable length are plastic and strip out easily. I didn't pay attention to the plastic and stipped the threads the first time I set the length.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
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Q:
Do these attach with some kind of quick release
Pin to the bimini? I ask this because I would want the top laying
completely down when I travel ,because I use a boat
Cover when trailering. ThanksAsked on 7/25/2012 by Jake from Ky1 answer
A:
Yes they are easily released if you need to lay the top down.Answered on 11/6/2012 by Justin M. from Overton's
Q:
Do I need to take my Bimini apart to put the supports on ?Asked on 6/27/2012 by zona from Tucson az1 answer
A:
There is no need for thatAnswered on 10/15/2012 by Justin M. from Overton's
Q:
Are these available in Stainless Steel?Asked on 3/7/2011 by SaltWater Boater from Daytona Beach, FL2 answers
VERIFIED BUYER
A:
Yes, they are, you can order them online. They came in really fast. Don't, don't order a top from them though. Going on day 20 and no Bimini Top, only excuses why it's not here and no word from the manufacturer. Only order parts that Overtons have in their warehouse, then you'll get it on time.Answered on 6/27/2012 by Shadow29 from Arab, ALA:
You are looking for item number 39475.Answered on 3/8/2011 by Justin from Overton's
Q:
Will this work on pontoon boat.Asked on 11/4/2009 by Berl from Pitsburg, Texas 756861 answer
CUSTOMER CARE
A:
You would not be able to use this support pole with a pontoon bimini top because pontoon bimini tops have square frames and this is made for round frames that are usually used on runabout boats. You should consider one of the following items for pontoon bimini tops:
74985, 76724, or 73324. Those items are sold individually.Answered on 11/10/2009 by OVERTON'S from TECHNICIAN
Q:
what kind of deck hinge is sold with it, plastic or steel? picture doesn't show it.Asked on 8/7/2009 by Anonymous1 answer
CUSTOMER CARE
A:
The deck hinge is nylon.Answered on 9/10/2009 by Jordan from Overton's
Q:
Can this product be used when boat is in tow.Asked on 7/16/2009 by Anonymous1 answer
CUSTOMER CARE
A:
You can use these anytime whether the boat is going fast or slow, but what you need to worry about is if the bimini top is open you should be driving under 18mph. If the bimini top is closed then it is fine to drive however fast you want. Just be careful if the bimini top is open because you do run a risk of it taking on Mary Poppins abilities and flying off of your boat.Answered on 1/21/2010 by Justin from Overton's Technician
Q:
Are these aluminum or stainless steel?Asked on 7/2/2009 by Anonymous1 answer
VERIFIED BUYER
A:
aluminumAnswered on 7/15/2009 by na from PROLE IA



