Taco Ball & Socket Flat Deck Hinge

Upgrade the pivot point on your bimini top or canvas structure with the Taco Ball & Socket Flat Deck Hinge. Built with polished marine-grade Type-316L stainless steel and a Delrin insert, this hinge is designed for smooth, rattle-free top operation.

Key Features

• Marine-grade Type-316L stainless steel with polished finish for strength and long-lasting durability
• Delrin insert helps provide smooth, rattle-free canvas top operation
• Ball-and-socket pivot design supports flexible positioning for top adjustment
• Quick release pull with D-ring pin for convenient removal and service access
• Flat deck mounting style for secure installation
• Fastener included/required style: #8 flat head screw
• 5-Year limited warranty

Product Compatibility

• Bimini tops and canvas shade structures
• Flat deck mounting points for boat top hardware
• Windshield headers (where your header/tube size and geometry match)

Product Details

• Product type: Flat deck hinge for ball & socket top fittings
• Materials & finish: Marine grade Type-316L stainless steel, polished finish
• Insert: Delrin insert
• Operation/access: Quick release pull with D-ring pin
• Fastener: #8 flat head screw
• Warranty: 5-Year limited warranty
• SKU: 236-F130301244BN1
• Variant weight: 113 grams

Parts Desk Insights

Best Use Case: Ideal for replacing or upgrading hinge hardware on bimini tops/canvas frames where you want a quiet, smooth pivot and quick-release convenience.

Common Issues: If your top feels loose or noisy after installation, re-check the hinge alignment and ensure the mating surfaces are clean and the correct fastener type/length is used for the mounting surface. If operation feels gritty, verify the hinge is seated squarely and that the Delrin insert is properly aligned in the hinge assembly.

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