Hey y’all. Panels and brackets ended up working out great. They were plenty rigid and used the primer and recommended VHB. Had to really work it into the bumps of the panel, but seemed to get a good bond. Here are some pics and a few extra of the dodger panel y’all did for me.

Colin

Easy installation and it’s pushed us over the line in sustaining our demands to run the boat’s loads through the day in the Bahamas!

Rarely can one find the level of competent customer service Tom sr. And Tom jr. provide. As has been mentioned over and over, they are available and responsive beyond anything I have ever experienced on line, or for that matter, in person. Once I was convinced that I needed to go beyond my DIY solar power set up on our previous sailboat, I contacted CMP and was guided through the process of selecting the right panels, cables, controllers, and new batteries that would meet our new power needs. We were having all new canvas work done and it was a perfect time to incorporate the new panels with the dodger and bimini . We now have panels delivering a total of 400 watts of power with two controllers and two new LifePo4 batteries. Installation was going to be a challenge to me, but Tom sr. and Tom jr. we’re up to the task of walking me through it. Fortunately I have a wonderful friend who is not electronically challenged and he was able to converse the them on the more detailed aspects of the installation. The finished product is a delight to behold. We have had many folks stop by our slip to look it over and ask questions. We are very happy, off the grid sailors and my CPAP machine and new refrigeration system send along a big thanks! You can’t go wrong with the product quality and the above and beyond customer service from the Trimmers.
Thank you,
Bill and Siobhan Baines, SV Mental Floss
Deale, MD
Oct 13, 2022

Tom, I can not say enough good things about your products and customer support. Your company is a stand-out among the best of the best. The solar array and LiFEPO4 package you recommended to me in 2022 has worked flawlessly, I am never out of battery power. Run my smaller ac (not my 16k btu set), uninterrupted cool air throughout a hot night, battery bank down to 55%, and fully recharged within four or so hours the next day. Have entertained several folks aboard our sailboat while at anchor to look at the system as they are unable to cool their boat down throughout the night. Lastly, your 24/7 customer support is unheard of these days. You answer the phone personally and do not have a bot answering service that sends a customer in a tail chase....can only quantify your customer service as exceptional. Regret being chatty, but your compant has earned it!

Bill Combs,
Kill Devil Hills, North Carolina
Mar 12, 2026

Outstanding products and customer service. I recently purchase 3-145 W Sunpower Shade Tolerant solar panels, 3-Victron 16/75 Controlers, and related accessories for my 38’ Sabre MK I Sailboat and am extremely pleased with the company and its personnel. Their website first attracted me due to its detailed explanations and overall guidance. Their sales/tech rep, Harrison, was patient, knowledgeable, and available in an “above and beyond the call of duty” fashion that is rare in the modern era. He stood by me through the entire process from initial guidance with assessment of energy needs and selection of proper components until the installation process was complete. He was always friendly, helpful, and available whenever I called (even occasionally on a weekend). I wholeheartedly recommend him and the entire Custom Marine Services to anyone considering a solar energy purchase and DIY installation on their boat.

Don Fleming
Ossining, New York
June 29, 2025

Everything I needed they sold to spec, nothing oversold. Best part was having access to their team via text or cell. I was able to do the install myself and I super appreciated their availability. An outstanding resource for the refurbishing of my 40 yr old sailboat.

I installed the panel in mid-December. The goal was to get a better angle on the sun in order to maintain the batteries over the winters.
I got a nice angle and the panel fit very closely. For my purposes, it was a little long, but worked out ok.
The panels seems to be doing a good job topping up the batteries in the cold, although I suspect that one of the house batteries is sub-optimal.
During this period we have had two nor'easters with winds in excess of 30 knots. The adhesive is holding up very well.
Attached are some photos.
I'll keep you posted over the rest of the winter.

Installed 1200watts of panels on my 56' comercial fishing boat in Kodiak Alaska, with salt spray and harsh winters I hardly run my genset. Installation was a breeze with using silicone to mount them. Most the boats in my family fleet have them now and we are all saving big on the fuel bill! Couldn't be happier with the purchace.

I needed a tough solar panel that could handle a rough life. The panels that I kept finding for overlanding seemed like they wouldn't hold up to branches and acorns falling on them. Additionally, I didn't want to remove it constantly as I have a fridge that I'd like to power full time. On top of that, I have a 23Zero tent I need to carry on the roof rack that may partially cover the panel enroute. I couldn't find what I wanted in the overland community so I turned to the Marine folks and found this beast. It's the perfect panel. 110 Watt Semi-Rigid Marine PV Solar Panel paired w/Redarc BCDC1225d charge controller.

We are the second owners of a Seaward 32RK. The original owners had installed semi rigid solar to the bimini that failed. I spent a long time searching for rigid panels that would fit our boat. Then I came upon Custom Marine Products and saw that they offered the 175W rigid panels. These are ~3'X3' and would fit perfectly above the bimini. Tom Sr. and Tom Jr. were both great to deal with. They helped me get it figured out and had everything I needed to purchase at a fair price. The panels are excellent! They put out everything they should and are very high quality. I couldn't be happier with them. Now we never worry about our house batteries being topped off. If I have a question to this day, they still remember me when I call. I highly recommend their business to anyone I meet. Thanks guys!