208 New Hardtop

[MA208]

Got a new top for my 208. Really impressed with the quality, look, and function. It feels like a whole new boat!

 

[Strikezone]

Looks sharp!

 

[seasick]

What model motor are you running?

 

[MA208]

Motor is F200. I ran it yesterday and it didn't feel noticeably slower but I wasn't able to make a speed run due to conditions. I was worried it would tow differently but again I didn't notice anything. I tow with an Acura MDX so I'm close to the tow max rating, but with all new trailer brakes it stops quite well and power isn't a problem.

 

[jeffump18]

Looks Great. Where did you get it & how much? I have a Seafarer 227 that I need atop for.

 

[MA208]

I had it done at Redman Marine in York, ME. I'm on the North Shore and it's only about 45 minutes from me. Not too many fab shops up here, there seem to be a few around Plymouth and some in RI that I didn't really shop. Their base price is more than some other options, but everything is custom and the work is really top notch. I got the rocket launchers, electronics box, and light and their standard quote for that is $4850. What's not done yet is another all around white light up top and a new VHF antenna to the top. They're actually coming to my marina to do that so I don't have to pull the boat again. I'm also getting a stereo installed at the same time. All of that is extra of course.

I'll link to a larger pic on a THT thread as I can't get a larger picture to attach on this site. I can't believe the quality of the welds on this thing. Beautiful, I love the way the curve follows the windshield frame.
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