{"product_id":"taylor-made-8ft-bimini-top-skin-boot-black-poly","title":"Taylor Made 8ft Bimini Top Replacement Skin \u0026 Boot, Black Polyester","description":"\u003cp class=\"nvn-hero\"\u003eThe Taylor Made 88132 is a replacement top for a manual bimini, black polyester with a matching boot, sized for a 1-1\/4 inch square tube frame up to 8 feet wide. When your canvas is worn but your frame is still good, this is the clean fix. Frame and hardware aren't included.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv class=\"nvn-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is Taylor Made's replacement top for a manual bimini, and it's exactly what you want when the fabric on your existing frame has faded, torn, or just given up after too many seasons in the sun. You get the black polyester skin plus a matching boot, sized to fit a 1-1\/4 inch square tube frame up to 8 feet wide with an 8 foot length. The frame and hardware aren't included, so this is the canvas you buy when your bows are still good and only the top needs replacing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLet's be clear about the fit first, because that's where people get tripped up. This top is cut for square tube, specifically 1-1\/4 inch square aluminum. If your frame is round tube, this isn't the one. Measure your existing bows before you order. The up to 8 feet wide spec is the beam coverage, and the 8 foot length is the fore-and-aft run of the top when it's deployed. Get those two numbers right and the rest of the install is straightforward.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe black polyester does its job well. It's a proven marine top fabric, breathable enough to shed heat, and the color hides dirt and holds up to spray. We tell folks to rinse it with fresh water now and then and let it dry before folding, because that's what keeps any polyester top looking sharp for years instead of months. Store it dry and you'll avoid the mildew that shortens the life of every boat top out there.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe matching boot is the piece a lot of replacement tops skip, and we're glad this one includes it. When you fold the bimini down for running or trailering, the boot slips over the collapsed top and keeps it tidy. No flapping fabric, no UV beating on the folds, no straps cutting into the canvas. It's a small thing that makes a real difference in how long the top lasts.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWho's this for? Center consoles, runabouts, deck boats, and pontoons in the 8 foot beam range that already have a solid 1-1\/4 inch square tube frame. If your bows and deck hardware are in good shape and you've just worn through the old canvas, this is the clean, affordable fix. You reuse the frame you already trust and bolt on fresh fabric. On a lot of boats that's a couple hours of work on a calm afternoon.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA few install tips from the dock. Fit the frame to its full deployed width first and get the spreaders set before you stretch the fabric over it. That keeps tension even across the top and stops the corners from taking all the load. Work the pockets over the bows slowly, and don't force a cold, stiff top. If it's a chilly morning, let the fabric warm in the sun for a bit and it'll go on much easier. In a high-wind slip, add a set of side straps to take strain off the frame and the fabric both.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhat this isn't: it's not a frame kit, and it's not a hardware pack. You won't get bows, fittings, or mounting deck hinges in the box. It's the top and boot only, built to drop onto a frame you already own. If you need the whole assembly, that's a different part number, and we're happy to point you to it.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBottom line, if you've got an 8 foot, 1-1\/4 inch square tube bimini frame and the canvas is done, this Taylor Made replacement top and boot gets your shade back without the cost of a full new top. Measure twice, order once, and you'll be back on the water with proper cover over the helm.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"nvn-features\"\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eBlack polyester fabric skin, a proven marine top material that sheds heat and hides dirt\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eCut for 1-1\/4 inch square tube frames, sized for square aluminum bows\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eCovers up to 8 feet of beam width with an 8 foot fore-and-aft length\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eMatching boot included to cover the folded top while running or trailering\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eReplacement top only, so you reuse your existing frame and save over a full new top\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eManual bimini design that folds down flat when you want open sky\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eNo frame or hardware in the box, drops onto the 1-1\/4 inch square frame you already own\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 Taylor Made 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\u003eDoes this include the frame and hardware?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n    \u003cp\u003eNo. This is the top fabric and matching boot only. It's built to drop onto a 1-1\/4 inch square tube frame you already own. If your bows or fittings are worn out too, you'll need a full frame kit instead.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003c\/details\u003e\n  \u003cdetails\u003e\n    \u003csummary\u003eWhat frame does this top fit?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n    \u003cp\u003eA 1-1\/4 inch square tube bimini frame, up to 8 feet wide with an 8 foot length. It's cut for square aluminum tube, not round tube, so measure your existing bows before ordering.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003c\/details\u003e\n  \u003cdetails\u003e\n    \u003csummary\u003eWhat color and fabric is it?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n    \u003cp\u003eBlack polyester. It's a breathable marine top fabric that holds up to spray and hides dirt well. Rinse it with fresh water and let it dry before folding to keep it looking sharp.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003c\/details\u003e\n  \u003cdetails\u003e\n    \u003csummary\u003eWhat's the boot for?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n    \u003cp\u003eThe matching boot slips over the bimini when you fold it down. It keeps the collapsed top tidy and protected from UV and flapping while you run or trailer the boat.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003c\/details\u003e\n  \u003cdetails\u003e\n    \u003csummary\u003eWill this fit my round tube frame?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n    \u003cp\u003eNo. This top is cut for 1-1\/4 inch square tube only. Round tube frames use a different fabric pattern, so check your bows first.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003c\/details\u003e\n  \u003cdetails\u003e\n    \u003csummary\u003eWhat size boat does an 8 foot top suit?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n    \u003cp\u003eBoats with about an 8 foot beam in the covered area, like many center consoles, runabouts, deck boats, and pontoons. The 8 foot length is the fore-and-aft run of shade when the top is up.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003c\/details\u003e\n  \u003cdetails\u003e\n    \u003csummary\u003eHow do I keep the polyester top lasting?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n    \u003cp\u003eRinse off salt and grime with fresh water, let it dry fully before folding, and store it dry. Use the boot when it's down. That routine is what separates a top that lasts years from one that fades in a season.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003c\/details\u003e\n  \u003cdetails\u003e\n    \u003csummary\u003eIs installation hard?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n    \u003cp\u003eNot really. Set the frame to its full width and get the spreaders in place first, then work the fabric pockets over the bows. Warm the fabric in the sun if it's stiff. 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