Cruising speed with weather enclosure?

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mperlst216

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Jun 4, 2012
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Frisco, Tx
Boat Info
2001 Sea Ray 210 Sundeck
Formerly 1998 SR 185, Four Winns 170, Chaparall 233 Sunnesta, SR197,
Engines
5.0 EFI Mercruiser
I am installing a weather enclosure(eisenglass front, sides and aft) on my 21 Sundeck. What can I cruise at without tearing up the enclosure, or do I need to stay at idle speed?
 
If it's done properly, you can still go as fast as you want for as long as you want. Go have fun!
 
keep a battery powered Carbon Monoxide detector at the helm too - you'd be surprised at how fast (and how much) builds up
 
Ididntdoit said:
keep a battery powered Carbon Monoxide detector at the helm too - you'd be surprised at how fast (and how much) builds up
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Actually good point as to the speed question. You'll get more of a build up moving at idle than on plane.
 
Proper installation + a little due diligence: if you hear or see any pieces or parts slapping/flapping/rubbing in a way that could damage the enclosure or your finish, figure out if anything is loose, or check for places where it may be a good idea to wrap a bimini pole/joint to reduce friction....or throttle back 'til it stops and make that your top end.

And +1 on using a portable carbon monoxide detector in the cockpit. If it reacts, play around with venting to figure out what gives you good circulation but still offers the wind/temp protection you want.
 
Correct on the "done properly" explanations. Thanks for the help in clarification! If it was made and installed by some fly-by-night operation... all bets are off.

Good warnings on the "station wagon effect", too. When moving, keep the rear panel in place and/or vent the front slightly to keep air moving. You might be surprised at how much comes in at planing speed, too. I was the first time it happened to me!
 
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