{"product_id":"carver-v4278ub-2-bow-bimini-top-74-84-white-vinyl","title":"Carver V4278UB 2-Bow Bimini Top, White Vinyl, Fits 74-84\" Beam","description":"\u003cp class=\"nvn-hero\"\u003eCarver's 2-bow bimini top is a simple, well-made shade solution for smaller open boats. It fits V-hull fishing boats, jon boats, and inflatables with a 74 to 84 inch beam, stands 42 inches tall, and covers 66 inches of cockpit. Manual operation, white marine vinyl, and a storage boot included.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv class=\"nvn-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCarver has been sewing boat tops in the USA for over 30 years, and this 2-bow bimini is their answer for smaller open boats that need shade without a lot of fuss. It's built for V-hull fishing boats, jon-style bass boats, open jon boats, and inflatables running a beam between 74 and 84 inches. If that's your boat, this top drops right into the gap where a lot of owners are stuck squinting through a long afternoon on the water.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFit is everything with a bimini, so measure before you order. The number that matters is your beam width at the exact spot you'll mount the top, gunwale to gunwale. This one covers 74 to 84 inches, and you want to land inside that range with a little room to spare. Owners running an 82-inch-plus beam tell us there's not much adjustment left at the top of the range, so if you're right at the edge, measure twice and check where your mounting points actually sit. The frame stands 42 inches tall at the peak and the top runs 66 inches front to back, which is 5 feet 6 inches of coverage over the cockpit.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe frame is anodized aluminum round tube. Anodizing puts a hard, corrosion-resistant skin on the aluminum so it holds up to sun and spray, though a freshwater rinse now and then goes a long way if you run in salt. The top itself is marine vinyl, water-repellent and treated to resist mildew. Vinyl sheds water well and wipes clean, which is why it's a favorite on open boats that live outside. One honest note: like any vinyl top, let it dry fully before you fold it away. Vinyl that gets boxed up damp is the number-one cause of mildew spotting, and that's on storage, not the fabric.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOperation is manual, so you raise and lower the top by hand, no motor or electronics to fail. On a small boat that's exactly what you want. Fewer parts, nothing to wire in, and you can have it up or stowed in under a minute once you've got the feel for it. When it's down, the included storage boot zips over the folded top and frame to keep it tidy and protected under way. The kit comes with the frame, the fitted vinyl top, the boot, and the deck-mount hardware to get you rigged up.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA word on the 42-inch height. That's measured from the deck to the peak of the top, and it's a comfortable clearance on most small boats. But if you run a center console or a raised bass-boat seat, check your sightline before you commit. Some owners with tall consoles find a low top sits right in the line of vision when it's raised. It's an easy thing to eyeball at the dock with a tape measure and a friend. And remember this is shade and light weather protection, not a hardtop. It won't turn a real storm.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSo who's this for? Anybody on a smaller open boat who wants real shade on a hot day, a little rain protection, and a top that won't break the bank. Install is straightforward on most hulls. You'll mount the deck hinges to solid gunwale, set the height, and add the support straps forward. A couple of tips from the water: on wider V-hulls, a set of aluminum side braces cuts down on flutter in a stiff wind, and on jon boats take your time squaring the two bows so the manual lift doesn't bind. Get it aligned and it works smooth for years. It's a simple piece of gear that changes how long you can comfortably stay out, and on a bright day that's the whole game.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"nvn-features\"\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e2-bow anodized aluminum round-tube frame for corrosion resistance and light weight\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eFits 74 to 84 inch beam width on V-hull fishing boats, jon boats, and inflatables\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e42 inch peak height and 66 inch (5' 6\") length for real cockpit shade\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eWhite marine vinyl top, water-repellent and mildew-resistant for open-boat life\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eManual operation with no motor or wiring, raises and stows in under a minute\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eIncluded zippered storage boot protects the folded top under way\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eComplete kit with frame, fabric, storage boot, and deck-mount hardware\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eWhite fabric reflects heat to keep the cockpit cooler on bright days\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eMade in the USA by Carver with over 30 years of top-building experience\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv class=\"nvn-trust\"\u003e\n  \u003ch2\u003eWhy Buy from NVN Marine\u003c\/h2\u003e\n  \u003cul\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eAuthorized Carver by Covercraft reseller, full manufacturer warranty\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eNMEA member and ABYC certified, advice from real boat techs\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eSame-day shipping before 3 PM ET on in-stock items\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eNY headquarters and Fort Lauderdale flagship retail store\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"nvn-faq\"\u003e\n  \u003cdetails\u003e\n    \u003csummary\u003eWill this bimini fit my boat?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n    \u003cp\u003eIt's sized for a beam width of 74 to 84 inches, measured gunwale to gunwale where you'll mount the top. Carver builds it for V-hull fishing boats, jon-style bass boats, open jon boats, and inflatables in that width range. Measure your actual mounting spot before you order.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003c\/details\u003e\n  \u003cdetails\u003e\n    \u003csummary\u003eHow do I measure my beam for the right size?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n    \u003cp\u003eRun a tape measure across the boat, gunwale to gunwale, at the exact fore-and-aft position where the top's deck hinges will mount. That center-to-center width is the number that has to fall inside the 74 to 84 inch range. If you're near the top of the range, measure twice, there isn't much adjustment left past 82 inches.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003c\/details\u003e\n  \u003cdetails\u003e\n    \u003csummary\u003eWhat are the top's dimensions?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n    \u003cp\u003eThe frame stands 42 inches tall at the peak and the top is 66 inches long front to back, which is 5 feet 6 inches of shade over the cockpit. It's a 2-bow design.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003c\/details\u003e\n  \u003cdetails\u003e\n    \u003csummary\u003eDoes it come with a storage boot?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n    \u003cp\u003eYes. A zippered storage boot is included. When the top is folded down it slips over the frame and fabric to keep everything protected and tidy while you're running.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003c\/details\u003e\n  \u003cdetails\u003e\n    \u003csummary\u003eWhat is the frame made of?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n    \u003cp\u003eAnodized aluminum round tube. The anodized finish resists corrosion from sun and spray. If you run in salt water, give the frame an occasional freshwater rinse and it'll last for years.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003c\/details\u003e\n  \u003cdetails\u003e\n    \u003csummary\u003eIs it motorized or manual?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n    \u003cp\u003eManual. You raise and lower it by hand, no motor, switch, or wiring. On a small boat that's a plus, there's nothing electrical to fail and you can have it up or stowed in under a minute.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003c\/details\u003e\n  \u003cdetails\u003e\n    \u003csummary\u003eHow do I keep the vinyl top from mildewing?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n    \u003cp\u003eLet it dry fully before you fold it into the storage boot. The vinyl is treated to resist mildew, but any top that gets stored damp can spot over time. Dry it out and it stays clean.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003c\/details\u003e\n  \u003cdetails\u003e\n    \u003csummary\u003eDoes it include mounting hardware?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n    \u003cp\u003eYes. It's a complete kit: the frame, the fitted white vinyl top, the storage boot, and the deck-mount hardware. You mount the deck hinges to solid gunwale, set your height, and rig the forward support straps.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003c\/details\u003e\n  \u003cdetails\u003e\n    \u003csummary\u003eWill a 42-inch top block my visibility?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n    \u003cp\u003eOn most small open boats the 42-inch height gives comfortable clearance. But if you have a tall center console or a raised bass-boat seat, check your sightline first. 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