OH NO, I damaged my bimini top frame!

[SteveLappan]

First time using this site, so I am hopeful someone can help me. I am an owner of a 2005 Bennington Super Sport since I bought it new. Last year when I put it away for the winter I managed to forget to put down the bimini top and as a result bent the frame (only the port side) backing up into a tree branch enough ( like 10%) that I don't think it can be repaired. It cracked at one of the braces where another support bar connects. Is there anyone who sells the frame out there? I know I can go through the local dealer, but I was hoping there is a company that makes off label frames. What do you think? Love to hear back form any of you with alternatives.

 

[Jack M]

You can try greatlakesskipper.com. They sell some OEM Bennington parts . Others will chime in where they purchased frames .

 

[Pbakk]

West Marine, Overtons, or Google Sureshade. Tons of options at various price points / features.

 

[LaurencetheAdventurer]

You might check Facebook or Craigslist - I have seen several people sell their bimini's. But, I think the dealer is the best choice, ideally they could sell just the one part - but given the age - the design has probably changed. You might be able to find a company that sells the raw aluminium extrusion, and have a local shop repair the broken section only. Though again, you might be able to get just a raw extrustion from the dealer and then have a local shop craft it in.

 

[Bill N]

Most dealers are replacing bimini tops with powered ones and have 'take offs' laying around that they could scavenge parts from.

I'd say use this opportunity to upgrade to a powered top. Turn a negative into a positive!

 

[BigKahuna]

We just had a welder add another rung/step to our boarding ladder. If you are unable to find another Bimini frame a good welder may be able to fix your frame or construct another one. Another option for you.....