T-Top Options

[Tailwaters]

I have a 190 FSH Deluxe model and am toying around with adding a T-Top. Just wondering if anyone else has done this and what options you we're able to find?

 

[Van T]

Cycle spring Florida sells one, don't know if they make it.

 

[dlkhmk]

Been down the same road as you. You really have two main options.

1. Aftermarket DIY T-top
2. Custom fabricated T-top

The aftermarket DIY T-tops are nice and the price is right in my opinion. I ended up getting the Dolphin Pro2 http://www.dolphinttop.com

Overall, I’m very happy with it based on the features and price.

Other options are Fishmaster and Stryker T-tops. Both seam to be very similar to the Dolphin. All three options will run you between $900-$1400 depending on model and accessories
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Installing is not hard, but I would recommend help if you’re not handy. There are videos out that show the install processes.

The other option is a custom fabricated T-top. I’m sure it’s the best option for durability etc. but you are looking anywhere from $2500-$4000 based on the estimates I got.

 

[Tailwaters]

So the one you installed was an off the shelf unit? If so how close do the supports mount to the helm?

 

[dlkhmk]

At the widest point they are 4” off the center console. Leaves approximately 17” walk-thru clearance between the Ttop and the bolster pads.

 

[Steven Parker]

Cycle spring Florida sells one, don't know if they make it.

Cycle Springs T-Top is only for there boats. They have a vender in the area that makes a folding one so the boats will fit in a garage, but it is proprietary to there product

 

[Tailwaters]

I went to their site but didn't see any pricing. Any idea on cost from Cycle Springs?

 

[Steven Parker]

@Tailwaters there T-Top is propriety there there line up of 190’s. It come with there salt series package. It’s around 6000 for it all. There other thing they do with in the package besides the T-Top. They do not sell it without a boat purchase.

 

[Tailwaters]

Thanks Steven, that explains it. Too bad nice looking t-top

 

[Tailwaters]

Dlkhmk, can you post some pics of yours?

 

[Saylor]

I did some homework on the the t-tops that cycle springs puts on their FSH boats. The company that makes and puts these tops on is called Quality Tops. Contact there is Grant at ‭(727) 942-4397‬.I called him for a quote on my FSH 210 and it was $5500. They said not a problem, they were about 3 weeks out and would take about a week to complete.

 

[Tailwaters]

Holly smokes that's an expensive top. Thus far leaning towards the stryker

 

[Tailwaters]

So quick question those of you that have installed a T-top what did it do to your top-end and performance of the boat?

 

[Dustin Williams]

Went the custom route myself.

 

[Van T]

Dang looks big but nice, how much was that badboy got the seat to I see

 

[Dustin Williams]

About 2800 all said and done. Including the seat. Went a little taller 7’ and side to side. I’ve looked at the factory one and I’m much happier with this one

 

[Tailwaters]

WOW!!!! That thing is beautiful!!! So question??? I'm assuming you ran the boat without a t-top for a while? If so what did you lose on top end speed wise??

 

[Dustin Williams]

I did lose a couple mph top speed. Well worth it to me in the long run

 

[Tailwaters]

I thought that would be the case. I figured that's why I was seeing such a high speed number from time to time. So what's your top speed now with a light load 40???

 

[Dustin Williams]

If I’m lucky, fishing in the inter coastal areas I try not to top it out because of the crappy fuel consumption. I do a lot of trolling (which is painful I have learnt with a jet boat) but I really like my boat. It is a great fishing platform.