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MikeyMike
07-23-2013, 12:04 AM
I'm looking at changing my factory Bimini with a new on my 04 LSV. I'm looking for something that fits over the tower to give me more head room. Does anyone have some suggestions? Have been looking at the monster cargo Bimini but not sure if it will mount over the tower. Any suggestions would be great.
wolfeman131
07-23-2013, 08:11 AM
Monster will not go over the tower, but it's a great trade off IMO to have the extra storage.

Razzman has been MIA since he got his motorcoach, but he like the Tower Bimini and they looked great from his pics:

https://forum.moomba.com/showthread.php?8616-New-Custom-Bimini-From-Tower-Biminis&highlight=bimini
Stazi
07-23-2013, 08:47 AM
I got the Monster Cargo. It's awesome, but doesn't go over the tower. I love that it can carry boards, tubes, etc and is a solid piece of kit.
bkearney
07-23-2013, 09:19 AM
We went with http://www.towerbiminis.com/ and have been very happy with it.

https://plus.google.com/photos/115500042968273889890/albums/5745545924943300977?banner=pwa
MikeyMike
07-24-2013, 10:21 AM
Thanks for the suggestions. I'll see what Razzman has kicking around before I pull the trigger. Thanks guys
treverspence
07-24-2013, 12:01 PM
I got the Monster tower cargo bimini on my 04 XLV and I love it I am 5'11" tall and just barely have to duck to walk under it from the bow to cabin but dont have to duck when I am in the cabin.
MikeyMike
07-24-2013, 12:18 PM
What's the trailer situation with the monster tower?
wolfeman131
07-24-2013, 12:45 PM
I think my Monster cargo had a label that said not to exceed 45 mph. But, I used to store mine in the cockpit and the 04 LSV is the same hull as my 08 OBV, so you might be able to look into that when traveling.
MikeyMike
07-24-2013, 12:48 PM
Does the whole thing come off and the frame stays up?
wolfeman131
07-24-2013, 12:54 PM
I took the frame w/ fabric off. It's very simple. Did it every weekend so the squirrels didn't ruin it.
N2OGTO
07-24-2013, 03:34 PM
We went with http://www.towerbiminis.com/ and have been very happy with it.

https://plus.google.com/photos/115500042968273889890/albums/5745545924943300977?banner=pwa

I am liking that Bimini. That thing is awesome. Can you trailer it with it on like that?
trayson
07-24-2013, 05:16 PM
How long would it take to JUST take the fabric off the monster? That would be what I'd be inclined to do if trailoring it. It's on my wish list though...
Boonejeepin
07-24-2013, 08:41 PM
How long would it take to JUST take the fabric off the monster? That would be what I'd be inclined to do if trailoring it. It's on my wish list though...

I take the fabric off to trailer. About 1 minute off, 2 minutes on.

I rigged a couple of quick disconnect key chains in the draw string to make getting the draw string around the
Support poles easier.

Boat is in storage or I would post a pic.
csm
07-24-2013, 10:29 PM
Does the Monster bimini provide more or less shade than the stock bimini?
Boonejeepin
07-25-2013, 01:24 AM
Does the Monster bimini provide more or less shade than the stock bimini?

I don't know the answer but I am more than happy with the shade from the Monster Tower Cargo Bimini.

I can pass along the place where I found the best price. PM me if interested.

PS - I have no affiliation to the company.
trayson
07-25-2013, 02:12 AM
I take the fabric off to trailer. About 1 minute off, 2 minutes on.

I rigged a couple of quick disconnect key chains in the draw string to make getting the draw string around the
Support poles easier.

Boat is in storage or I would post a pic.

Good to know. It seems like a pretty awesome product. The only thing I would have done differently if I had designed it is maybe added some pockets on the underside to store things like gloves or rope or whatever...
Stazi
07-26-2013, 10:17 AM
How long would it take to JUST take the fabric off the monster? That would be what I'd be inclined to do if trailoring it. It's on my wish list though...

The monster comes off in 30 secs with the twist of the 4 quick releases. No need to remove the fabric. that would be a serious pain in the peepee to do.
MikeyMike
07-26-2013, 10:30 AM
Yea that's looking like a better and better option. Does the guys who have the monster mind posting a pic or two?
Salyers
07-26-2013, 10:48 AM
It's easier to store the Fabric than the frame. Plus why not just leave the Bimini frame on the boat. I love the space on the monster tower Bimini. Just make sure you get the larger size. I got the small for my old LS and was way under sized. Monster switched it out for free. I miss the storage and wish they had it for the OZ tower.
Stazi
07-26-2013, 11:10 AM
https://sphotos-a.xx.fbcdn.net/hphotos-frc3/971379_10151578094468940_376626676_n.jpg
trayson
07-26-2013, 01:04 PM
The monster comes off in 30 secs with the twist of the 4 quick releases. No need to remove the fabric. that would be a serious pain in the dick to do.

But then where do you put the bimini to trailer it???


It's easier to store the Fabric than the frame. Plus why not just leave the Bimini frame on the boat. I love the space on the monster tower Bimini. Just make sure you get the larger size. I got the small for my old LS and was way under sized. Monster switched it out for free. I miss the storage and wish they had it for the OZ tower.

That's what I was thinking.
Boonejeepin
07-26-2013, 06:01 PM
The monster comes off in 30 secs with the twist of the 4 quick releases. No need to remove the fabric. that would be a serious pain in the peepee to do.

I would probably remove the entire unit if I had a truck bed to transport it. It would not fit easily in the back of the Suburban with the other junk back there.

This is why I decided to fit some quick connects in the draw string so I could quickly remove the fabric.
wolfeman131
07-26-2013, 09:41 PM
Old thread, but a lot of good pics, how to ideas, etc

https://forum.moomba.com/showthread.php?10144-Monster-Tower-Cargo-Rack-Install&highlight=Monster