My 1978 Master Angler Refresh

[Topflitegraphics]

Picked up a T-Top over the weekend. Initial test fit was a fail but my neighbor that is an aluminum fabricator said he can make it work with just a couple of tweaks.

[Topflitegraphics]

Decided to go with Seafoam paint instead. After looking at the aqua mist in person, it was a little too pale for my tastes

[Topflitegraphics]

Set the T-Top in place the other day to see what mods need to be made to make it work. Going to have to cut off front legs, bend and reweld them to allow for the width of the console. Plus had to cut off the upper legs and cross beams. My neighbor says it is no big deal for him to do.

[Topflitegraphics]

also, cut the hoop off of the "new" leaning post and set it in place to get a feel for it. I think it will work nicely once I paint it and get a new cushion made. Also, I think I am going to remake the engine well cover. It is too low and does not allow for the motor to be properly trimmed up. I don't want to get rid of it since I think it adds to the boat's personality. I think I will make it modular instead of hinged plus raise it up about 2-3 inches

[Old'sCool]

Somebody here or THT had an engine cover for sale recently

[ReelTherapy]

I saw this one the other day. I think its down to $200

https://www.thehulltruth.com/parts-f...reduced-4.html

*this is not my item

[Topflitegraphics]

Thanks for sharing that listing but I want to keep the design as built by the original builder. I think it adds to the boat's uniqueness. I am just going to raise it up to allow for the motor to be trimmed properly.

[gofastsandman]

Originally Posted by Topflitegraphics

Thanks for sharing that listing but I want to keep the design as built by the original builder. I think it adds to the boat's uniqueness. I am just going to raise it up to allow for the motor to be trimmed properly.

Afaik that was not factory but they are functional.

[Bigshrimpin]

Originally Posted by Topflitegraphics

Thanks for sharing that listing but I want to keep the design as built by the original builder. I think it adds to the boat's uniqueness. I am just going to raise it up to allow for the motor to be trimmed properly.

I think that's smart . . . if you cut bait or chum that cutting station is A++++++++
it's not the sexiest design, but it's super functional.

[Topflitegraphics]

Originally Posted by gofastsandman

Afaik that was not factory but they are functional.

Yes, it was not factory but this boat was slightly custom built from a left over MA hull when the company was sold. The guide who built it added it to the boat along with the custom center console.