Taco Metals F16-0311C-1 Center Rigger Base Clamp-On Mount for T-Tops

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<h3>About Taco Metals (TACO Marine)</h3><p><strong>Taco Metals</strong> — operating under the TACO Marine brand — has been one of the recreational marine industry's most trusted names since its founding in 1959. <a href="/7597-taco-metals">Taco Metals</a> built its reputation by pioneering products that boat builders and sport fishing enthusiasts actually needed, combining precision engineering with materials tough enough to survive the harshest saltwater environments. Today, the brand is a go-to supplier for both OEM boat manufacturers and everyday boaters who refuse to compromise on quality.</p><h3>Built for the Water, Engineered to Last</h3><p>What sets Taco Metals apart is an unwavering commitment to material quality. Their components are constructed from stainless steel, prime aluminum billet, and high-grade nylon — all chosen specifically for their corrosion resistance and long-term durability on the water. Every product line undergoes stringent quality control testing in real-life marine conditions, so what you install on your boat has already proven itself against the elements.</p><p>That philosophy shows up clearly in their flagship category: <a href="/7597-taco-metals-rub-rails-inserts-200883">Rub Rails &amp; Inserts</a>. Taco offers one of the most comprehensive rub rail programs in the industry, spanning vinyl, stainless steel, and aluminum options. Their formulations incorporate UV inhibitors, fungicides, and impact modifiers, giving these rails outstanding weatherability over years of service. The brand even maintains a database of more than 200 leading boat models to help boaters find the correct OEM-spec rail or a compatible universal replacement — a level of fitment support that few competitors can match.</p><h3>Sport Fishing Performance at the Highest Level</h3><p>For serious offshore anglers, Taco Metals is practically synonymous with <a href="/7597-taco-metals-outriggers-accessories-200753">Outriggers &amp; Accessories</a>. From telescoping aluminum poles to carbon fiber options that reduce flex and stress on T-tops during heavy-sea trolling, the outrigger lineup is designed to perform when it matters most. Rigging kits, line caddies, mounts, and center rigger poles round out a system that can be spec'd exactly to a specific fishing platform — whether that's a flats skiff or a dedicated offshore center console.</p><h3>Comfort and Function on Deck</h3><p>Long days on the water demand more than just performance hardware — they demand comfort. Taco's <a href="/7597-taco-metals-leaning-posts-200607">Leaning Posts</a> reflect that understanding, with ergonomic, anti-fatigue designs built for hours of standing and fighting fish. Non-corroding frames and marine-grade materials ensure these seating solutions hold up just as well as the rest of the Taco lineup. It's one more reason the brand has earned the loyalty of sport fishing captains worldwide.</p><h3>A Legacy of Marine Innovation</h3><p>From rub rails to outrigger systems to on-deck seating, Taco Metals has spent more than six decades advancing what's possible in recreational boating and sport fishing. Whether you're restoring a classic hull or rigging out a new center console, Taco Metals delivers the components to do it right.</p>