Bimini Top Connector Repair

[mookie21]

The hardware connecting my bimini top has broken off. Has anyone had any luck replacing these? Would appreciate any help you could give

 

[makomark]

you can replace them...first thing you need to know is the tubing size...and then what type(s) you need

I would also suggest replacing all of them as the sun has done the UV thing on the parts in the pics.

you can use stainless bolts with cap nuts (and locktite) in place of the rivets.

your favorite search engine can find you mail order sources. If you want to see and touch them, west marine used to stock them...a custom canvas shop in the area is likely to be helpful as well...

 

[mookie21]

you can replace them...first thing you need to know is the tubing size...and then what type(s) you need

I would also suggest replacing all of them as the sun has done the UV thing on the parts in the pics.

you can use stainless bolts with cap nuts (and locktite) in place of the rivets.

your favorite search engine can find you mail order sources. If you want to see and touch them, west marine used to stock them...a custom canvas shop in the area is likely to be helpful as well...

Thank you. I appreciate the response. I will look into replacing all of them. What would be the best way to remove them? Is there a way to remove the rivet?

 

[makomark]

I usually drill the head of the rivets and knock the rest out with a punch...

I would do one rod (tube) at a time until you get the hang of it..

 

[mookie21]

I usually drill the head of the rivets and knock the rest out with a punch...

I would do one rod (tube) at a time until you get the hang of it..

Thank You. That is very helful. I will give that a try.

 

[jimn]

West Marine, Great Lakes Skipper and other retailers should have a variety of sizes and styles.

 

[mookie21]

Thank you. I appreicete it.