Taco Ball & Socket Concave Deck Hinge

Upgrade your bimini or canvas top setup with a Taco Ball & Socket Concave Deck Hinge designed for smooth, rattle-free operation and easy quick-release connection.

Key Features

• Marine-grade Type-316L stainless steel construction with a polished finish for durability
• Delrin insert helps provide smooth, rattle-free canvas top operation
• Concave ball-and-socket deck hinge design for enhanced rotation
• Quick release pull with D-ring pin for fast connection/release
• Includes #8 flat head screw fastener
• 5-Year limited warranty

Product Compatibility

• Bimini tops and canvas top frames
• Canvas top and windshield header ball-and-socket fittings (concave deck hinge style)

Product Details

• Product SKU: 236-F130242244BN1
• Brand/Series: Taco Metals (Taco Metals ball & socket deck hinge fitting)
• Hinge style: Concave deck hinge (ball & socket)
• Material: Type-316L stainless steel with polished finish
• Insert: Delrin insert
• Quick release: Quick release pull with D-ring pin
• Fastener: #8 flat head screw
• Warranty: 5-Year limited warranty

Parts Desk Insights

Best Use Case: Ideal for maintaining or rebuilding bimini/canvas top hinge connections where smooth motion and reduced rattle are priorities.

Common Issues: If operation becomes noisy or stiff, inspect the hinge alignment and the condition/fit of the mating ball-and-socket components; verify that the correct fastener type and seating surface are used so the hinge sits firmly and moves freely.

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