Similar setup here. Going on the 4th winter with this cover, usually get 5 or 6 seasons. Also went with a larger size. Made a ladder type frame for the front, pvc for the back. Having the hardtop helps. Attached is the only pic I have.
Pick your days, you’ll be fine as long as your comfortable with the boat and the motor. Who goes out in 10’ swells anyway. Try Lake Erie, one of the toughest lakes to ride in the rough.
Wireless MOB, led lighting throughout, octopus drive to replace the old raymarine pos, another fishfinder, cockpit canvas, vhf antenna and full tune up parts for both main and kicker.