TACO Marine Rigid Vinyl Rub Rail, 1-3/4 x 1-11/16 in, 20 ft, Arctic White

Overview

The TACO Marine V21-9647WHA20D is a rigid vinyl rub rail in Arctic White for protecting the hull-to-deck joint and outer edge of the boat from dock contact, pilings, and normal close-quarters handling. This 20 ft rail has a profile of 1-11/16 in. wide by 1-3/4 in. high, giving it the size and coverage expected on larger pleasure boats where a slim trim strip is not enough.

The rail is drilled and countersunk for #10 screws on 12 in. centers, which helps keep installation spacing consistent along the run. It uses the S11-4511 stainless steel insert, sold separately, to cover the fasteners and complete the rub rail assembly with a clean finished face.

Rigid vinyl is suited to straight runs and gentle hull contours, but tighter radius work requires heat forming. This makes the rail a practical replacement choice for repair work, refits, or matching an existing rub rail profile on boats that need a white protective edge with a substantial shape.

Key features

• Rigid vinyl rub rail profile for hull edge protection on pleasure craft and larger fiberglass boats
• Arctic White finish helps blend with many white gelcoat hulls and deck edges
• 20 ft length with a 1-11/16 in. wide by 1-3/4 in. high profile
• Pre-drilled and countersunk for #10 screws on 12 in. centers for a cleaner fastening layout
• Uses S11-4511 stainless steel insert, sold separately, to cover the fasteners after installation
• Cuts and drills with standard woodworking tools, which is useful during refit and replacement work
• Requires heat for radius forming when the rail needs to follow tighter curves
• Made in the USA and backed by a 5-year limited warranty

Installation and fit

Before ordering or cutting, compare the profile dimensions against the rub rail already on the boat or the space available along the hull-to-deck joint. The rail should sit evenly on the mounting surface and leave enough room for the matching insert to cover the screw heads without interference.

During installation, dry-fit the run first, mark cuts carefully, and use the existing hull shape as the guide. Because this is a rigid rail, gradual bends are more forgiving than tight corners. Heat forming is needed where the rail must take a sharper radius around the bow, transom corners, or molded deck shapes.

Compatibility and use on board

This rub rail is a good match for boats that need a protective white rail with enough height and width to handle routine contact at the dock. It is most relevant for owners replacing a worn rail, repairing impact damage, or restoring the outside edge of a fiberglass hull where the original profile is close to this size.

The S11-4511 insert is required to finish the installation, but it is not part of this item. Fasteners should be selected to suit the hull construction and installation location, with attention to sealing every screw hole to reduce the chance of water intrusion behind the rail.