Basketcase,
I spend a lot of my time on various vessels, from center consoles to yacht. One common problem I find with all the consoles is the placement of the wheel and controls.
At 6' 1", I prefer the wheel at a height I don't have to bend down or hunch over to reach. Most center consoles have the wheel mounted too low for my comfort.
I would try to measure what height you want the wheel while running the boat. Take into consideration the equipment you will be putting in the dash, location of gauges for viewing while running and the location and size of the compass.
As far as width, try to leave enough room around the console to function comfortably without jamming toes or hitting knees.
For the T-Top, I absolutely love the design where the top mounts on a shelf on the side of the console. It eliminates another set of holes to seal in the deck, makes the running of cables and wires much easier and shortens the leg length.
If you are designing from scratch, measure it out and figure what works bet for you. It's you boat and you should make it the way you like it.
Just my .02,
buzzcutt
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