{"product_id":"qbp552125","title":"TACO Marine Stainless Steel Pin with Lanyard, Plastic Knob, Type 316L SS","description":"\u003ch6\u003eOverview\u003c\/h6\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe TACO Marine F13-0244BN-1 is a stainless steel pin with lanyard and plastic knob for TACO ball and socket style deck hinges. It is used as replacement or service hardware on boat shade and canvas systems where the hinge needs a secure removable pin that can be handled quickly at the dock, underway, or during seasonal canvas removal.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe pin uses Type 316L stainless steel, a good match for saltwater exposure, washdowns, and the vibration that canvas and top hardware see on deck. The attached lanyard helps keep the pin with the fitting when the top is folded, adjusted, or removed, while the plastic knob gives your hand a better grip than a bare pin.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch6\u003eKey features\u003c\/h6\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFits TACO ball and socket style deck hinges used with canvas, shade, and top hardware.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eType 316L stainless steel construction supports use in wet, salt-exposed marine locations.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAttached lanyard helps prevent the pin from being dropped or misplaced during adjustment.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePlastic knob gives a hand-friendly pull point for quick removal and reinstallation.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUseful as service hardware for bimini tops, canopies, and similar boat shade assemblies.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBacked by a 5-year limited warranty.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch6\u003eInstallation and fit\u003c\/h6\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis part is intended for compatible TACO ball and socket deck hinge assemblies. Before ordering, match the hinge style on the boat to the existing TACO ball and socket hardware and check that the current pin style uses the same knob and lanyard arrangement.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eInstallation is straightforward once the correct hinge is confirmed. Insert the pin through the hinge connection, make sure the hardware seats fully, and keep the lanyard secured so the pin stays with the fitting when the canvas frame is opened, folded, or removed.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch6\u003eUse cases on board\u003c\/h6\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis pin is a practical replacement item for boats with bimini tops, cockpit shade, canvas canopies, and other removable top structures. It is especially useful where the top is adjusted often, since the knob and lanyard make day-to-day handling easier and reduce the chance of losing small hardware overboard.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch6\u003eMaintenance and care\u003c\/h6\u003e\u003cp\u003eRinse the pin and nearby hinge hardware with fresh water after saltwater use, especially around the lanyard connection and moving contact points. During routine canvas checks, inspect the pin for bending, the knob for secure attachment, and the lanyard for wear so the hinge connection stays dependable over time.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"TACO Marine","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52023079370933,"sku":"QBP552125","price":20.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0977\/8171\/1029\/files\/1331811_qbp552125.jpg?v=1780191674","url":"https:\/\/www.qualityboatparts.com\/products\/qbp552125","provider":"Quality Boat Parts","version":"1.0","type":"link"}