Is there something I could use, like scotch guard, to treat this and "re-water-proof" it?

Second question. The Bimini has a rip in it. What is the best way to patch it? Or, should I get it hemmed up?

What is the best way to clean the window panels?

Areospace 303, Biokleen, etc all have products that will re-waterproof canvas. I'm just starting to test each out to see who has the best product. I really like Biokleen products, but their canvas product doesn't bead up the water like I had hoped. All of their other products for other cleaning projects are awesome.


I would see an upholstery shop for a professional opinion. My guess is it will need to be patched.


I would use a vinegar based product like Windex with vinegar. Anything with alcohol or acids could be harmful over time.

I have two canvas covers for my boat, one is new, one I bought used. The first one is the snap kind "mooring cover", the other is for road and storage use since it actually covers part of the hull and ratchets in the back. Both are nice covers and keep things dry inside, but as they age I'm noticing more and more puddles of water after it rains. The sad thing is, my boat doesn't sit outside unless I'm getting ready for a trip or using the boat. I had an old boat with the same type of canvas cover and it did the same thing. Long story short, it happens. You have to keep up on the canvas maintenance along with everything else unless you go with a less breathable cover.

Hope this helps!
Matt

This should answer most of your questions.
As for the rip, take it and have it patched with someone who deals with boat covers.
How bad is the glass? Try Plexus Plastic Cleaner.

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The 303 is great but it gets expensive doing large areas. I use the Mary Kate stuff, buy the gallon size and put it in a garden sprayer. You have to do this on a day when it's not windy. The Mary Kate stuff is about half the price of the 303....

You're welcome .....did you get your carb adjustment etc done??

Doesn't look like you'll get to do it this weekend either. Grrr!

I *really* am jonesin' for some fishing. I am considering putting the camper enclosure on, pulling the carpet out of the cockpit, and enjoying a rainy day on Harris.