Walk thru windshield brace on 2855-gctid398514

[Guest]

My windshield was open during some high winds and got slammed shut. Thankfully the glass did not break, but the windshield brace foot did.

I have been trying to find some direct replacement lengths in an aftermarket part, but have been unsuccessful. I have found the replacement part that I need http://http://www.sea-dog.com/groups...eld-brace-foot, but it is for an 1/2 inch diameter support tube. It appears that the OEM diameter on my 2000 2855 is either 3/4 inch.

Does anyone have a source for the brackets that fit a 3/4 inch tube?

[Guest]

There are several types out there. Taylor and Attwood make them. Usually, the brace is of a smaller diameter. http://www.wholesalemarine.com/p/NAT...pport+Bar.html

When you see the larger diameter, you're usually talking about Bimini top tube and hardware. This would probably work out for you.

http://www.amazon.com/s/?ie=UTF8&key...l_1beamykft4_e

[msd58]

Try here: http://greatlakesskipper.com/categor...cessories.html

[Guest]

Thanks for the advice. Bayliner appears to love their 7 inch windshield brace at $47/piece. Subsequently, i think I will go with a cut to fit kit at $8.34/piece.

Sea Dog Windshield Brace Kit 324310-1

Hard to believe that bayliner does not sell just the bracket mount. Plastic piece that is exposed to UV rays for 12 years is bound to get a little brittle and need replacing!