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Boat covers and bungee cords
"Bill McKee" wrote in message m... "Larry" wrote in message ... John H wrote: It is my belief that bungee cords should not be used with boat covers, unless the boat cover is of the 'throwaway' variety. Bungee cords stretch, and they will often allow the cover to sag a little when it begins raining or snow. Once the cover sags just a bit, the weight of more water or snow will cause it to sag even more. The bungee cord is helping this process because it is stretching to accomodate the extra weight. When I got my new cover, I followed the maker's advice and bought a tie down kit to go with it. The kit is only $22.59 Amazon. http://www.amazon.com/Carver-Boat-Co.../dp/B0000AYI62 "Constructed Of 1" Black Polypropylene Webbing And Convenient Quick Release Buckles." The kits contain 12 straps, each 8' long. The final product looks like this: http://i98.photobucket.com/albums/l2...atCover001.jpg http://i98.photobucket.com/albums/l2...atCover002.jpg -- John H For a great time, go here first... http://tinyurl.com/ygqxs5v Nice rig! That's a great way to tie it down. Bungees are not for towing! My cover snaps on, is also good for trailering. But there is an adjustible support pole in the middle that goes to a reinforced snap to hold it in place. Allows all the rainwater to run off. I do not store it in snow. And the rest of the time, it is in a Costco Portable garage for $230. I went over to the lumber store and bought a 12' length and an 8' length of 2"x4" to build a ridge pole to support my cover. Because our snow load can be heavy at times, i also bought a couple lengths of 1"x6" board to run down fron the ridge pole to the gunnels. Seems to work ok. |
Boat covers and bungee cords
On Apr 16, 5:28*pm, hk wrote:
On 4/16/10 5:18 PM, John H wrote: It is my belief that bungee cords should not be used with boat covers, unless the boat cover is of the 'throwaway' variety. Bungee cords stretch, and they will often allow the cover to sag a little when it begins raining or snow. Once the cover sags just a bit, the weight of more water or snow will cause it to sag even more. The bungee cord is helping this process because it is stretching to accomodate the extra weight. When I got my new cover, I followed the maker's advice and bought a tie down kit to go with it. The kit is only $22.59 *Amazon. http://www.amazon.com/Carver-Boat-Co.../dp/B0000AYI62 "Constructed Of 1" Black Polypropylene Webbing And Convenient Quick Release Buckles." The kits contain 12 straps, each 8' long. Those are precisely the tie-downs I am removing from my boat cover as I transition to bungee cords. I bought some "adjustable" bungees. Easily adjustable. It is my *observation* that the non-stretching webs put all the stress of rain on the cover, cause the cover to sag under the weight of pooled rainwater, and allow the cover to press so tightly on boat hardware that the cover gets punctured. Properly fitted bungee cords that are allowed to stretch a little act as shock absorbers and take care of the weight of rain water and also wind pressure. Snow loads do not concern me, because my canvas boat cover spends its winters in my garage and my Parker sleeps under its shrinkwrap, which, properly applied, can absorb one hell of a snow load and if applied properly, has no areas in which rainwater can pool. --http://tinyurl.com/ykxp2ym- Hide quoted text - - Show quoted text - Don't forget to drill some holes in the structural components of your trailer, Mr. Mech. Engineer. Where does your lobster boat spend it's winters? |
Boat covers and bungee cords
On Apr 17, 8:22*am, John H wrote:
On Fri, 16 Apr 2010 21:47:36 -0400, Larry wrote: John H wrote: On Fri, 16 Apr 2010 15:39:53 -0700 (PDT), *wrote: On Apr 16, 4:18 pm, John *wrote: It is my belief that bungee cords should not be used with boat covers, unless the boat cover is of the 'throwaway' variety. Bungee cords stretch, and they will often allow the cover to sag a little when it begins raining or snow. Once the cover sags just a bit, the weight of more water or snow will cause it to sag even more. The bungee cord is helping this process because it is stretching to accomodate the extra weight. When I got my new cover, I followed the maker's advice and bought a tie down kit to go with it. The kit is only $22.59 *Amazon. http://www.amazon.com/Carver-Boat-Co.../dp/B0000AYI62 "Constructed Of 1" Black Polypropylene Webbing And Convenient Quick Release Buckles." The kits contain 12 straps, each 8' long. The final product looks like this: http://i98.photobucket.com/albums/l2...atCover001.jpg http://i98.photobucket.com/albums/l2...atCover002.jpg -- John H For a great time, go here first...http://tinyurl.com/ygqxs5v When I first got my 18'r four years ago, I parked it outside and took a 10 ft sheet of plywood, *and set it on the lip of the windshield and the back of the i/o engine cover, then put a large cheap, silver , non- UV collecting tarp over it and used a handful of black rubber straps to hold it in place from the eye holes to the trailer frame. , nothing of extreme tightness, and the board did a good job of covering with no snow/rain/ice building up because there were no pockets being formed. In the spring, I hosed off the tarp, let it dry, unhooked everything, folded it up and all was good. The tarp was loose enough that it wouldn't catch a sharp corner and rip, yet it *let plenty of ventilation flow through the boat, and was firm enough to stay in place. and not blow away. No, I am *not* going to cover my boat with a 10' sheet of plywood and a tarp. Hell, I'd get laughed out of my marina! -- John H For a great time, go here first...http://tinyurl.com/ygqxs5v 10' plywood? *I've never seen it for sale! Knowing Tim, I'll bet he scabbed a few smaller pieces together! -- John H For a great time, go here first...http://tinyurl.com/ygqxs5v- Hide quoted text - - Show quoted text - No, actually my dad came across some 10 ft. pieces several years ago at an auction that were left over from a special order construction project. I've never seen them that long at a lumber yard before. I dont' know what they were used for but I have about 6 or 7 sheets of the stuff. |
Boat covers and bungee cords
On Apr 16, 7:41*pm, John H wrote:
On Fri, 16 Apr 2010 15:39:53 -0700 (PDT), Tim wrote: On Apr 16, 4:18*pm, John H wrote: It is my belief that bungee cords should not be used with boat covers, unless the boat cover is of the 'throwaway' variety. Bungee cords stretch, and they will often allow the cover to sag a little when it begins raining or snow. Once the cover sags just a bit, the weight of more water or snow will cause it to sag even more. The bungee cord is helping this process because it is stretching to accomodate the extra weight. When I got my new cover, I followed the maker's advice and bought a tie down kit to go with it. The kit is only $22.59 *Amazon. http://www.amazon.com/Carver-Boat-Co.../dp/B0000AYI62 "Constructed Of 1" Black Polypropylene Webbing And Convenient Quick Release Buckles." The kits contain 12 straps, each 8' long. The final product looks like this: http://i98.photobucket.com/albums/l2...atCover001.jpg http://i98.photobucket.com/albums/l2...atCover002.jpg -- John H For a great time, go here first...http://tinyurl.com/ygqxs5v When I first got my 18'r four years ago, I parked it outside and took a 10 ft sheet of plywood, *and set it on the lip of the windshield and the back of the i/o engine cover, then put a large cheap, silver , non- UV collecting tarp over it and used a handful of black rubber straps to hold it in place from the eye holes to the trailer frame. , nothing of extreme tightness, and the board did a good job of covering with no snow/rain/ice building up because there were no pockets being formed. In the spring, I hosed off the tarp, let it dry, unhooked everything, folded it up and all was good. The tarp was loose enough that it wouldn't catch a sharp corner and rip, yet it *let plenty of ventilation flow through the boat, and was firm enough to stay in place. and not blow away. No, I am *not* going to cover my boat with a 10' sheet of plywood and a tarp. Hell, I'd get laughed out of my marina! -- John H For a great time, go here first...http://tinyurl.com/ygqxs5v- Hide quoted text - - Show quoted text - Awwww John. In my case I leave the cover off year around now that I store it inside unless I'm on the lake. Sure it's a tacky way of doing things, but it was totally functional. My wife doesn't cater to tha theory though, she thinks all things (except me) need to look "pretty and prissy" But I remind her about boating. "We're going where fish poop. Not to a gala outing at the Yacht club" |
Boat covers and bungee cords
Bill McKee wrote:
wrote in message ... John H wrote: It is my belief that bungee cords should not be used with boat covers, unless the boat cover is of the 'throwaway' variety. Bungee cords stretch, and they will often allow the cover to sag a little when it begins raining or snow. Once the cover sags just a bit, the weight of more water or snow will cause it to sag even more. The bungee cord is helping this process because it is stretching to accomodate the extra weight. When I got my new cover, I followed the maker's advice and bought a tie down kit to go with it. The kit is only $22.59 Amazon. http://www.amazon.com/Carver-Boat-Co.../dp/B0000AYI62 "Constructed Of 1" Black Polypropylene Webbing And Convenient Quick Release Buckles." The kits contain 12 straps, each 8' long. The final product looks like this: http://i98.photobucket.com/albums/l2...atCover001.jpg http://i98.photobucket.com/albums/l2...atCover002.jpg -- John H For a great time, go here first... http://tinyurl.com/ygqxs5v Nice rig! That's a great way to tie it down. Bungees are not for towing! My cover snaps on, is also good for trailering. But there is an adjustible support pole in the middle that goes to a reinforced snap to hold it in place. Allows all the rainwater to run off. I do not store it in snow. And the rest of the time, it is in a Costco Portable garage for $230. Snaps are great for aluminum boats when they work. Replacing them is a PITA and if the cover shrinks it makes it more difficult to get all of the snaps to work properly. Here's a tip: A buddy of mine had snaps on his boat and used candle wax to protect them and make them easier to snap on and remove. Larry |
Boat covers and bungee cords
Don White wrote:
"Bill wrote in message m... wrote in message ... John H wrote: It is my belief that bungee cords should not be used with boat covers, unless the boat cover is of the 'throwaway' variety. Bungee cords stretch, and they will often allow the cover to sag a little when it begins raining or snow. Once the cover sags just a bit, the weight of more water or snow will cause it to sag even more. The bungee cord is helping this process because it is stretching to accomodate the extra weight. When I got my new cover, I followed the maker's advice and bought a tie down kit to go with it. The kit is only $22.59 Amazon. http://www.amazon.com/Carver-Boat-Co.../dp/B0000AYI62 "Constructed Of 1" Black Polypropylene Webbing And Convenient Quick Release Buckles." The kits contain 12 straps, each 8' long. The final product looks like this: http://i98.photobucket.com/albums/l2...atCover001.jpg http://i98.photobucket.com/albums/l2...atCover002.jpg -- John H For a great time, go here first... http://tinyurl.com/ygqxs5v Nice rig! That's a great way to tie it down. Bungees are not for towing! My cover snaps on, is also good for trailering. But there is an adjustible support pole in the middle that goes to a reinforced snap to hold it in place. Allows all the rainwater to run off. I do not store it in snow. And the rest of the time, it is in a Costco Portable garage for $230. I went over to the lumber store and bought a 12' length and an 8' length of 2"x4" to build a ridge pole to support my cover. Because our snow load can be heavy at times, i also bought a couple lengths of 1"x6" board to run down fron the ridge pole to the gunnels. Seems to work ok. 1-1/2" or 2" PVC also works well. It lasts longer, is lighter, and bends better than wood. It is also less abrasive on the cover since there are no splinters. If you are adventurous, you can install some fittings to customize it even further. Larry |
Boat covers and bungee cords
Loogypicker wrote:
On Apr 16, 5:28 pm, wrote: On 4/16/10 5:18 PM, John H wrote: It is my belief that bungee cords should not be used with boat covers, unless the boat cover is of the 'throwaway' variety. Bungee cords stretch, and they will often allow the cover to sag a little when it begins raining or snow. Once the cover sags just a bit, the weight of more water or snow will cause it to sag even more. The bungee cord is helping this process because it is stretching to accomodate the extra weight. When I got my new cover, I followed the maker's advice and bought a tie down kit to go with it. The kit is only $22.59 Amazon. http://www.amazon.com/Carver-Boat-Co.../dp/B0000AYI62 "Constructed Of 1" Black Polypropylene Webbing And Convenient Quick Release Buckles." The kits contain 12 straps, each 8' long. Those are precisely the tie-downs I am removing from my boat cover as I transition to bungee cords. I bought some "adjustable" bungees. Easily adjustable. It is my *observation* that the non-stretching webs put all the stress of rain on the cover, cause the cover to sag under the weight of pooled rainwater, and allow the cover to press so tightly on boat hardware that the cover gets punctured. Properly fitted bungee cords that are allowed to stretch a little act as shock absorbers and take care of the weight of rain water and also wind pressure. Snow loads do not concern me, because my canvas boat cover spends its winters in my garage and my Parker sleeps under its shrinkwrap, which, properly applied, can absorb one hell of a snow load and if applied properly, has no areas in which rainwater can pool. --http://tinyurl.com/ykxp2ym- Hide quoted text - - Show quoted text - Don't forget to drill some holes in the structural components of your trailer, Mr. Mech. Engineer. Where does your lobster boat spend it's winters? In his imagination, evidently. I've never heard Harry speak of the vessel. |
Boat covers and bungee cords
On Sat, 17 Apr 2010 08:51:56 -0700 (PDT), Tim wrote:
On Apr 16, 7:41*pm, John H wrote: On Fri, 16 Apr 2010 15:39:53 -0700 (PDT), Tim wrote: On Apr 16, 4:18*pm, John H wrote: It is my belief that bungee cords should not be used with boat covers, unless the boat cover is of the 'throwaway' variety. Bungee cords stretch, and they will often allow the cover to sag a little when it begins raining or snow. Once the cover sags just a bit, the weight of more water or snow will cause it to sag even more. The bungee cord is helping this process because it is stretching to accomodate the extra weight. When I got my new cover, I followed the maker's advice and bought a tie down kit to go with it. The kit is only $22.59 *Amazon. http://www.amazon.com/Carver-Boat-Co.../dp/B0000AYI62 "Constructed Of 1" Black Polypropylene Webbing And Convenient Quick Release Buckles." The kits contain 12 straps, each 8' long. The final product looks like this: http://i98.photobucket.com/albums/l2...atCover001.jpg http://i98.photobucket.com/albums/l2...atCover002.jpg -- John H For a great time, go here first...http://tinyurl.com/ygqxs5v When I first got my 18'r four years ago, I parked it outside and took a 10 ft sheet of plywood, *and set it on the lip of the windshield and the back of the i/o engine cover, then put a large cheap, silver , non- UV collecting tarp over it and used a handful of black rubber straps to hold it in place from the eye holes to the trailer frame. , nothing of extreme tightness, and the board did a good job of covering with no snow/rain/ice building up because there were no pockets being formed. In the spring, I hosed off the tarp, let it dry, unhooked everything, folded it up and all was good. The tarp was loose enough that it wouldn't catch a sharp corner and rip, yet it *let plenty of ventilation flow through the boat, and was firm enough to stay in place. and not blow away. No, I am *not* going to cover my boat with a 10' sheet of plywood and a tarp. Hell, I'd get laughed out of my marina! -- John H For a great time, go here first...http://tinyurl.com/ygqxs5v- Hide quoted text - - Show quoted text - Awwww John. In my case I leave the cover off year around now that I store it inside unless I'm on the lake. Sure it's a tacky way of doing things, but it was totally functional. My wife doesn't cater to tha theory though, she thinks all things (except me) need to look "pretty and prissy" But I remind her about boating. "We're going where fish poop. Not to a gala outing at the Yacht club" Here's an idea for you. The last time I took my grandkids out, they all wanted to help when I started cleaning the boat upon our return. I'll bet you could get all those nieces and nephews to do a lot of work on that monstrosity if you presented it properly! -- John H For a great time, go here first... http://tinyurl.com/ygqxs5v |
Boat covers and bungee cords
On Sat, 17 Apr 2010 08:47:15 -0700 (PDT), Tim wrote:
On Apr 17, 8:22*am, John H wrote: On Fri, 16 Apr 2010 21:47:36 -0400, Larry wrote: John H wrote: On Fri, 16 Apr 2010 15:39:53 -0700 (PDT), *wrote: On Apr 16, 4:18 pm, John *wrote: It is my belief that bungee cords should not be used with boat covers, unless the boat cover is of the 'throwaway' variety. Bungee cords stretch, and they will often allow the cover to sag a little when it begins raining or snow. Once the cover sags just a bit, the weight of more water or snow will cause it to sag even more. The bungee cord is helping this process because it is stretching to accomodate the extra weight. When I got my new cover, I followed the maker's advice and bought a tie down kit to go with it. The kit is only $22.59 *Amazon. http://www.amazon.com/Carver-Boat-Co.../dp/B0000AYI62 "Constructed Of 1" Black Polypropylene Webbing And Convenient Quick Release Buckles." The kits contain 12 straps, each 8' long. The final product looks like this: http://i98.photobucket.com/albums/l2...atCover001.jpg http://i98.photobucket.com/albums/l2...atCover002.jpg -- John H For a great time, go here first...http://tinyurl.com/ygqxs5v When I first got my 18'r four years ago, I parked it outside and took a 10 ft sheet of plywood, *and set it on the lip of the windshield and the back of the i/o engine cover, then put a large cheap, silver , non- UV collecting tarp over it and used a handful of black rubber straps to hold it in place from the eye holes to the trailer frame. , nothing of extreme tightness, and the board did a good job of covering with no snow/rain/ice building up because there were no pockets being formed. In the spring, I hosed off the tarp, let it dry, unhooked everything, folded it up and all was good. The tarp was loose enough that it wouldn't catch a sharp corner and rip, yet it *let plenty of ventilation flow through the boat, and was firm enough to stay in place. and not blow away. No, I am *not* going to cover my boat with a 10' sheet of plywood and a tarp. Hell, I'd get laughed out of my marina! -- John H For a great time, go here first...http://tinyurl.com/ygqxs5v 10' plywood? *I've never seen it for sale! Knowing Tim, I'll bet he scabbed a few smaller pieces together! -- John H For a great time, go here first...http://tinyurl.com/ygqxs5v- Hide quoted text - - Show quoted text - No, actually my dad came across some 10 ft. pieces several years ago at an auction that were left over from a special order construction project. I've never seen them that long at a lumber yard before. I dont' know what they were used for but I have about 6 or 7 sheets of the stuff. Probably collectors' items Tim. Hell, they may be worth a fortune. -- John H For a great time, go here first... http://tinyurl.com/ygqxs5v |
Boat covers and bungee cords
On Apr 17, 7:09*pm, John H wrote:
On Sat, 17 Apr 2010 08:51:56 -0700 (PDT), Tim wrote: On Apr 16, 7:41*pm, John H wrote: On Fri, 16 Apr 2010 15:39:53 -0700 (PDT), Tim wrote: On Apr 16, 4:18*pm, John H wrote: It is my belief that bungee cords should not be used with boat covers, unless the boat cover is of the 'throwaway' variety. Bungee cords stretch, and they will often allow the cover to sag a little when it begins raining or snow. Once the cover sags just a bit, the weight of more water or snow will cause it to sag even more. The bungee cord is helping this process because it is stretching to accomodate the extra weight. When I got my new cover, I followed the maker's advice and bought a tie down kit to go with it. The kit is only $22.59 *Amazon. http://www.amazon.com/Carver-Boat-Co.../dp/B0000AYI62 "Constructed Of 1" Black Polypropylene Webbing And Convenient Quick Release Buckles." The kits contain 12 straps, each 8' long. The final product looks like this: http://i98.photobucket.com/albums/l2...atCover001.jpg http://i98.photobucket.com/albums/l2...atCover002.jpg -- John H For a great time, go here first...http://tinyurl.com/ygqxs5v When I first got my 18'r four years ago, I parked it outside and took a 10 ft sheet of plywood, *and set it on the lip of the windshield and the back of the i/o engine cover, then put a large cheap, silver , non- UV collecting tarp over it and used a handful of black rubber straps to hold it in place from the eye holes to the trailer frame. , nothing of extreme tightness, and the board did a good job of covering with no snow/rain/ice building up because there were no pockets being formed. In the spring, I hosed off the tarp, let it dry, unhooked everything, folded it up and all was good. The tarp was loose enough that it wouldn't catch a sharp corner and rip, yet it *let plenty of ventilation flow through the boat, and was firm enough to stay in place. and not blow away. No, I am *not* going to cover my boat with a 10' sheet of plywood and a tarp. Hell, I'd get laughed out of my marina! -- John H For a great time, go here first...http://tinyurl.com/ygqxs5v-Hide quoted text - - Show quoted text - Awwww John. *In my case I leave the cover off year around now that I store it inside unless I'm on the lake. *Sure it's a tacky way of doing things, but it was totally functional. My wife doesn't cater to tha theory though, she thinks all things (except me) need to look "pretty and prissy" * But I remind her about boating. "We're going where fish poop. Not to a gala outing at the Yacht club" Here's an idea for you. The last time I took my grandkids out, they all wanted to help when I started cleaning the boat upon our return. I'll bet you could get all those nieces and nephews to do a lot of work on that monstrosity if you presented it properly! -- John H For a great time, go here first...http://tinyurl.com/ygqxs5v Now THAT' s an idea! Like, clean it up and tomorrow we go... |
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