Plastic Classic Forum

Tim,
The bimini on natana measures 72" long, 80" wide, and 50" tall. The deck mounts are installed just inside the toerail, and measure 85" side to side.

Why use MEK? Because it's listed by the manufacturer as a thinner, as is acetone. Take a look at their website for verification. You guys must think I wrote MEK Peroxcide; I did not. I chose MEK THINNER instead of Acetone because it evaporates slower.



Regards,
Milt

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