T-Top Cover Installation Guide

Installing Cover With Buckles Sewn on & Tie Down Straps:

The following are the instructions we have for installing a boat cover. Keep in mind that our covers come with a universal strap set, often times there are extra straps, or items included that may not be necessary for your specific vehicle.

Method 1: Simple & for Storage

Buckles Sewn into cover1 Strap - Add 2 Male buckles, one to each end.

Go to one point on the cover and snap in the bottom buckle to the strap with 2 male buckles.
Loop around trailer arm back over to top buckle on the same point.
Do this all the way around
Cut off buckles as needed, burn the ends.

Method 2: Trailering & Long Term Storage

Buckles Sewn into cover2 Straps- Add 2 Male buckles to each of the 2 straps, one to each end.

Go to one point on the cover and snap in the bottom buckle to the strap with 2 male buckles.
Toss this strap under the hull and over to the opposite side of the boat using the bottom buckle.
Go back to the original point and insert Strap #1 on top buckle using the male end.
Toss the strap OVER and under the LOOP on top of the boat cover and come down to the top buckle of this point.

Installing Your Cover

Place cover over the front portion of your boat or pwc. Then pull cover slowly over the vehicle until it covers the pwc or boat. (Remember: Avoid any sharp corners as you install the cover. You may wish to pad sharp angles or tape them over with a piece of material before covering.)

Trailering With Your SealSkin Cover

Place the long black strap through the belt sheath sewn on the cover back. Attach the strap ends into the special non-corrosive buckle. You can adjust the length of the strap using the buckle.
Then secure the elastic cord under the middle belly of the boat or pwc.
Then cinch up all straps tightly, so as to keep the wind from tearing the cover off when you drive. (Warning: When transporting, cover must be fastened in such a way as to eliminate "Wind Flap". Improper installation or failure to tighten the belts & straps, may cause the cover to tear.)

STRAPS: Buckles that face down will tie to each other going under. to opposite side. The buckles that face up will tie over the cover to opposite sides. The straps will wrap the entire boat going under the hull and over the boat cover refund meeting at the rub rails to connect to the buckles.

Cleaning Your Cover

Any cover will slowly collect dust on its underside, picked up from contact with the surface of the vehicle. Do not use machines with agitators - this can damage the cover and actually cause rips or tears. Do not wash in hot water! DO NOT put the cover in an automatic dryer (the fabric can melt). DO NOT dry clean. Another way to clean the dust from either the inside or outside of the cover is to put it on the vehicle and hose it off. To clean the inside, put the cover on the vehicle inside out(this can only be done if you do not have an external antenna). After rinsing off the cover, leave it on the vehicle to dry. Then fold it and return it to the trunk or usual storage place.

Installing Cover With Loops & Tie Down Straps:

Based upon the size of your boat cover, it may not be necessary to use all of the tie down straps.

Step 1: Thread the buckle-end of the strap through the tie down loop from back to front. Pull through approximately 12 inches and tie-off with a simple overhand knot so that the strap is secure.
Step 2: Guide the opposite end of the strap around the trailer from back to front.
Step 3: Thread the strap through the top slot in the quick release buckle from back to front, pulling the end of the strap toward you.
Step 4: Continue threading the strap over the center bar of the buckle and into the bottom slot of the buckle. The strap is now fully adjustable by pulling down on the loose end of webbing. Install all the straps on the cover before tightening.
Step 5: Be sure the cover is centered on the boat, then tighten all straps securely so that the cover is taut.
Step 6: Trim the straps. Leave approximately 12” of webbing for adjustability and trim off any excess using a pair of scissors. Lightly singe the cut edge of the webbing using a cigarette lighter to fuse the yarns and prevent the webbing from unraveling.

DO NOT SET ON FIRE AND BE SURE TO EXTINGUISH ANY FLAMES. To remove the boat cover, simply disconnect the quick release buckles by squeezing the sides. For quick and easy re-installation of the cover, leave the straps attached to the tie-down loops. After first use, check straps for tautness. If they require adjustment, untie knot and refer to step 1.

Click here to Download PDF instructions on how to install a Seal Skin T-Top Cover.

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