Want to add T-top to 23se

[Dogdays99]

Hi. I recently purchased a 2001 23se that is very stripped down for fishing. My uses will include recreational boating as well so I want to add a T-top. Any recommendations? Aftermarket? Someone recommended Stryker tops. Not sure I will be able to open the door on starboard side of console with crossbar. Any thoughts, concerns, things to be aware of?
many thanks. Been enjoying this forum.

 

[GoodChance]

Without question, get one custom built for the boat/console. It will cost $3-4K and will make your boat look very professional.

If you buy one of the Stryker t-tops, it will look unprofessional and depreciate the value of the boat.

 

[Dogdays99]

Thanks for the advice. I am on Eastern Shore of MD near St Michaels.
anyone have recommendations for where to get a T-top fabricated?

 

[pelagic2530]

Thanks for the advice. I am on Eastern Shore of MD near St Michaels.
anyone have recommendations for where to get a T-top fabricated?

Dogdays, I have a fiberglass T-top that I removed from my 17. Reportedly it was originally from a 21 Parker, so depending on your exact boat it may fit (they used the same console for a number of years). It's for sale if you're interested, I can get some pictures of it together if you'd like. It's in good condition, needs a good cleaning.

 

[Dogdays99]

Where are you located? It would be great to see some pix and the dimensions so I can see if it will fit.

 

[Brent]

Atlantic Towers have been mentioned

 

[pelagic2530]

Where are you located? It would be great to see some pix and the dimensions so I can see if it will fit.

The top is in Long Neck, DE. The for sale add with pictures and some measurements is in the For Sale section: For Sale: Parker OEM T-Top 17-21’

 

[RedTaco]

I installed a Fishmaster T-top on my 2004 1801. Think it looks pretty good!

 

[warthog5]

[QUOTE} Someone recommended Stryker tops. [/Quote]

Stryker and Fisherman.....CHINA made....Get one built...Here in Pensacola they start at $2300 for a decent top

 

[rseate]

Got mine from Gulf Coast Fabricators - Perry, FL. Fiberglass, speaker channels and great wiring access built in as well as cockpit LED lighting. Was expensive, about $6k but don’t regret a dime of it.
https://www.gcfab.com/

 

[Dogdays99]

Got mine from Gulf Coast Fabricators - Perry, FL. Fiberglass, speaker channels and great wiring access built in as well as cockpit LED lighting. Was expensive, about $6k but don’t regret a dime of it.
https://www.gcfab.com/

That’s a great looking top. I will need to see what I can find on Eastern Shore of MD.

 

[BPS]

I had my top built by these folks down in VA (Moubray Company). High quality work at reasonable prices. I shipped my boat down from NJ to have it done. Randy (the owner) is a an honest good guy. He is hard to get a hold of so you have to be persistent. I attached a pic of the top they built for my 2501. If you would like more info or pics let me know.
https://www.facebook.com/Moubray-Company-133805156666304/

 

[GoodChance]

Here's a partial view of a custom leaning post and t-top I had built 2 years ago. I used 2" main legs and a 1" grab rail all around. Paid $3500 for just the top.

On the Eastern Shore, try Marshall’s Welding & Fabrication in Crisfield

 

[rseate]

Here's a partial view of a custom leaning post and t-top I had built 2 years ago. I used 2" main legs and a 1" grab rail all around. Paid $3500 for just the top.

On the Eastern Shore, try Marshall’s Welding & Fabrication in Crisfield

How much was the leaning post, I like it.
Did you have it built by Marshall's?

 

[GoodChance]

The leaning post was built by a local guy in SW Florida. I paid $1,000 for it including the 2 cushions.

Mashall Welding can easily recreate anything you want. You'll need to take him the boat (leave it for a week) and a picture/drawing of what you want.

 

[jf192163]

Pipe Dreams in Woodbine NJ does excellent work at a very reasonable price. Don will build exactly what you want using quality materials. I had a hardtop made for my 02 2110 2 years ago and still feel feel it was the best upgrade I ever made