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    Default Best Value Cover For A 14 Foot V-Hull


    I picked up an old (pre-HIN) Sears v-hull on a galvanized trailer. It's perfect for the 10hp motors I like and for electric motor only waters. Also easily towed behind my old Honda Accord Wagon I like to use for hunting and shore fishing. (I just wish I knew who made it for Sears, it has nice lines and a low freeboard, perfect for small water fishing.)

    Anyway, I need a good boat cover for it. It will be outside during the summer under the cover, after freeze up I will turn the boat over on the trailer.

    Any suggestions?

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    I saw some universal covers at Academy. They had several different weights to choose from
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    The ones I had for my bass boat from Walmart lasted a couple of years in constant use before they gave up. Stored dry and right they would probably last you longer. About $60 for them, if I remember right.
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    Cheapest would be a 12x20 tarp

    I've used Classic Accessories boat covers for my 16' Bass boat for the past decade or so and they've served me well. I currently have the DryGuard Waterproof cover on my boat (Model C) @ $230 ... and hope to get 3yrs out of it.

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    Thanks for the input, guys.

    I've been looking at the Classic cover, think I will give it a try. I was going to buy some nylon bow holders and Some pieces of lath for bows but the Classic comes with a pole so I will try that first.

    I'm thinking I will get a HD tarp from Harbor Freight and throw that over the top when it's sitting. That should provide some protection from the elements for the cover.

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    It sure helps to have a breathable cover. If not the carpet in the boat gets pretty musty.
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    I checked ebay for old billboard sign tarps. got a 12x24 heavy duty tarp for 35.00. use heavy duty bungy cords to hold in place. I made a simple bean to place on the bench seats to make it slope to keep moisture out and off. stays covered if not in use year round and inside is bone dry. will get pic's and post later today...
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    I have seen those used.
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    Momma said if I ever take it off to mark it how I want it and she will hem it so it looks better, but I think that would be a bit much, as it's pretty heavy stuff. I just keep the old sign down. works great.
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    They are real heavy. Take a heavy machine to see it
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