Installing New TACO Rub Rail on a Classic Mako 228

Captain Mark Henderson with the Liquid Fire Fishing Team and Captain Danny Avila with Hammertime Sportfishing install new Vinyl Rub Rail using a TACO Marine Rub Rail Kit. The boat, which is 36 years old, has had its Rub Rail replaced a few times before. Capt. Mark explains what you can do to avoid damaged areas and shows other tricks to make the process fun and easy.

[@johnmyers9811]

Just installed on my boat. Easy to install and looks great. Take your time!

[@TACOMarine]

Hi John. That is great to read! DM us pics on Instagram @tacomarine

[@1800KLIENFELD]

Guys. Thank you so much for this. I was and am scared to do mine but now I think I can do this.

[@TACOMarine]

Don't hesitate to let us know if you have any install questions during the process. You can always contact our Tech Support team here: tacomarine.com/technical-support

[@Mdrovic]

I am repairing my rub rail today on a 277 Baha. Good information I am going to use the tape and mark and seal it when I'm done. Thanks! 👍

[@TACOMarine]

Awesome! Let us know if you have any technical questions. We are happy to help out.

[@joncrook3602]

@@TACOMarine should you 4200 under the cap before you install new?

[@TACOMarine]

@@joncrook3602 Hi Jon. Thanks for your question. Captain Mark Henderson said not necessarily. You can put it under the Rub Rail or you could wait until the Rub Rail is installed and finish off any gaps with a bead of marine-grade silicone on the top and bottom of the Rub Rail instead.

[@johncarpenter1476]

Great video; Question to everyone. I have a 2005 BW 305 Conquest. Whenever it rains hard, I get water (about 1 gal) in my middle bilge area. It's not coming from my escape hatch or my anchor box, so I'm now wondering if the old, weathered and hard rub rail is responsible? I would assume that once they lose their compression, the waterproof capability is reduced. Any thoughts?

[@kevinmccarey5015]

Very informative Thanks

[@1australianbeacon]

Wished you spent more time in the silicone application. Some say to aplly a 2mm bead over it all. I live in Australia and hooe to under take this project soon

[@TACOMarine]

Hey Sam, thanks for the feedback! We definitely recommend placing a bead of marine-grade silicone along the top and bottom of the rub rail after the installation is complete. If you have any other questions, we are happy to help! Please comment on this video or complete our Technical Support form here: tacomarine.com/technical-support

[@paul.aragon]

does a semi rigid rub rail come in a rolled up kit? How about the inserts for a semi- rigid kit..are they rolled up or will there be a seam?

[@TACOMarine]

Hi Paul. Most semi-rigid profiles and inserts for semi-rigid come coiled. If they are coiled, there is no seam. Here are two links to the Flexible Rub Rail and Inserts we sell direct on our site that are not part of kits. tacomarine.com/flexible-vinyl-2 and tacomarine.com/vinyl-inserts-3 We also do offer rigid profiles that are cut into specific lengths, but these require special shipping beyond UPS and are subject to a shipping fee. Our universal Rub Rail Kits are designed to fit most boats, and these include the hardware and end caps. tacomarine.com/rub-rail-kits Our new SuproFlex Rub Rail is super easy to bend and install. Please let us know if you have any other Rub Rail questions we can answer.

[@USFmarine]

Is the process the same for "semi-rigid" rub rails sold by Taco Marine? This video is actually on the Taco Marine website for the semi-rigid product. Just want to confirm.

[@TACOMarine]

Hi USFmarine. Thanks for your question. Yes, this would be the same process for all of our Rub Rail Kits. If you have product-specific comments, please do e-mail us anytime at [e-mail].

[@fg146]

why not use fiberglass putty and fill all the holes?

[@TACOMarine]

Thanks for your question. Captain Mark says you can use fiberglass putty. That is a matter of preference. Please let us know how it goes! ~ Dana K

[@fogduker3131]

Hello what taco part number is that kit my boat is a 22 foot 8 .6 beam that is the kit i need thank you

[@TACOMarine]

Hi Fog. Here is the a link to the kit. tacomarine.com/rub-rail-vinyl-kits-v11-2423-kit

[@bullhippo9023]

I never see you guys seal the screw holes ?

[@TACOMarine]

Hi Bull. We recommend using marine-grade sealant. Some prefer to fill individually the old holes, while others prefer to skip this step and place a bead on the top and bottom of the new Rub Rail after the install is complete. This is a personal preference. To be safe, we recommending filling the old holes and placing a bead of sealant on the top and bottom of the new Rub Rail. Please let us know if you have any other questions. Thanks!

[@albertoperez-jf1kx]

witch part of the rail goes up and witch goes down ? ahhh never show it

[@TACOMarine]

Hi Alberto. Thanks for your question. Generally, the leg is underneath the hull/cap joint. There are couple of manufacturers that put the leg on top, such as Scout. However, most of the time the configuration is leg down, and that is what we did in this video. ~ Team TACO

[@albertoperez-jf1kx]

@@TACOMarine thank you just bought a 25' hull im going to need a rub rail at lest 1.5 inch thinking of yours a 70'

[@TACOMarine]

@@albertoperez-jf1kx awesome! Just so you know, we are offering a $50 money back rebate on all TACO rub rail kits through the end of April. tacomarine.com/rebates. Have you checked out our new SuproFlex Rub Rail? Here is the video. kzbin.info/www/bejne/i4PEYqB5e7Vgh68

[@TACOMarine]

@@albertoperez-jf1kx awesome! We offer free shipping on all our DIY Rub Rail Kits on tacomarine.com/buytacodirect. Let us know if you need help finding the right kit.