Taco Marine GS-380 Datasheet

GS-380 / 380XL Outrigger Mount
INSTALLATION INSTRUCTION GUIDE
TACO Marine® Grand Slam Mounts
®

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Grand Slam 380 mounts or
Grand Slam 380XL mounts
KIT CONTENTS
GS-380/380XL
Handy Tips
Vinyl tubing spacers
2
8•POWER DRILL WITH 5/16" DRILL BIT
•3/16" ALLEN WRENCH
•1/2" CRESCENT WRENCH
•MARINE-GRADE SEALANT
•STAINLESS LOCK NUTS & STAINLESS
ACORNS (GS-380 XL ONLY)
Required*
*not included
®
85/16" x 18" hex nuts
5/16" x 18" x 1" bolts or
5/16" x 18" x 5" bolts
8
4Hex bolt for rotator handle
Nylon washers &
stainless washers
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GS-380/380XL
• Backing plates are available for extra strength and
recommended when mounting through a hardtop
(part #BP150BSY-320-1).
• When installing your Grand Slam, locate the center
of the 3-1/8" hole at least 9-1/2" from the hardtop
frame, vertical post, or any other object that might
hinder the movement of the handle.
• If the top has an arch to it, wedge plates can be
ordered to keep the Grand Slams upright and
straight (part #WP-150WHA-1).
• The maximum thickness allowable for GS-380
mounting is 2" and for GS-380XL is 4-1/2".
• The 380 and 380XL mounts are a pair of Port and
Starboard units. When installing, the Pull pin to
release the outrigger needs to face outboard for
easy access.
• When installing the handle, make sure it first goes
through the larger hole (the one that is shaped like
the opening of a doghouse) If reversed the unit will
fail to rotate.
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Mount! As a family-owned and operated business since 1959, we take pride in
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INSTALLATION
CANVAS TOP
• It is very important that your mounting surface for the Grand Slam (i.e., T-top,
Arch or Hardtop), be suitably constructed to provide a strong mounting area for
your outrigger base. It is recommended to use TACO Marine’s weld-on Grand
Slam extrusions.
• These plates are pre-drilled and ready to install the Grand Slam. If you already
have a plate, it should be at least 3/8" thick and 5" wide, with 3-4 welded seams
to be used to accommodate the 6" length of the units' base from bow to stern.
• When installing the Grand Slam through canvas, simply cut an X over the 3-1/8"
hole. Install and bolt down the Grand Slam, then trim o the excess canvas.
HARDTOP
When installing through a hardtop, verify the top is foam or core filled. It is
recommended to use included spacers (small lengths of tubing cut to size) to fit
inside where the mounting bolts pass through to ensure that when the bolts are
tightened the top is not compressed.

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1. Before drilling your bolt holes, cut out a 3-1/8" diameter center hole.
2. When you are finished drilling your 3-1/8" hole, set the base in the hole being careful not to
scratch the anodized finish of the lower components, or to damage the white angle height
position indicator. Use your outriggers to help align the base.
3. The supplied template is only a guide to help align base for true hole positioning. Make sure
nothing is rubbing in the 3-1/8" hole. There should be a small gap all the way around.
4. When the Grand Slams are aligned, mark and drill out the bolt holes.
5. Bolts, washers and nuts are provided or if you purchase your own, always use good quality
stainless steel hardware when mounting the base. Please do not attempt to weld the base to
anything.
6. If using a backing plate, put a bead of marine sealant on the underside of the flat plate. This
prevents water drips.
7. Securely bolt the base to the mounting surface. Install operating lever last. Insert lever from
the larger open-ended slot, from stern facing position. (The bottom part of the Grand Slam
can be rotated to locate this hole). Lubricate threads with marine-grade oil or grease, making
sure the handle is all the way in.
8. Screw the handle adapter to the mount using the 4mm Hex bolts. Place the outrigger in the
arm and test. Pull down on the lever and move port to starboard. Release the lever, and it
should go into locking positions. There are 20 locking positions. If the lever does not return
up, push left or right until it slides into position.
9. Turn the crank handle to full up and down outrigger position to ensure the outrigger does
not interfere with other top mounted accessories.
10. The pull pin to lock the outriggers is spring loaded. Simply pull out the pull pin, rotate 1/4
turn and release. Place your outrigger into the arm and turn the pull pin to snap back into
position. Then turn your outrigger until it clicks in the locked position with eyelets facing aft
if you are mounting aluminum poles.
INSTALLATION
Always use high-quality, stainless-steel hardware when mounting
the base. Do not attempt to weld the base to any surface.
NOTE: Always use a nylon 5/16" washer underneath any stainless-steel washer to
prevent corrosion of the Grand Slams anodized aluminum mounting base.
USING A SOLID PLATE
Place bead of
marine-grade
sealant around
hole in mounting
plate.
FIGURE 1

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When boating with the Grand Slam 380 or 380XL, easily raise and lower outrigger
poles by turning the crank handle – either clockwise to lift or counterclockwise
to lower. For going under bridges, trailering or storage, we recommend lowering
the outriggers to ensure they don't get damaged. When the outriggers reach
the desired lowered position, you can fold the crank handle flush into the base.
How to use
How to clean
Mild dish washing liquid, specialty marine cleaners:
Sea Safe Boat Wash, Boat Wash Concentrate
and Super Suds.
Safe marine lubricants:
CRC Corrosion Inhibitor, Corrosion Block
and Get Some Extreme.
Bleach (Clorox, etc.) and mild abrasive cleaners:
Ajax, Comet, Soft Scrub, Rubbing Compounds, etc.
Strong cleaners:
409, Engine Degreasers, etc.
Acids of any type:
Such as Muriatic, naval jelly or aluminum acid.
Always use a mild, non-abrasive soap and fresh water. Thoroughly wash the aluminum
with a soft towel or sponge to remove dried salt crystals and other contaminants.
Rinse completely with fresh water.
Safe Cleaners Harmful Cleaners

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TECHNICAL SPECS
Place a few drops of
marine-grade oil here
to lubricate seals
#1
#2
#3
#1) 5/16"-18 X 1"
Stainless Steel
Cap Screw
#2) 8mm Stainless
Steel Flat Washer
#3) 5/16" Nylon Washer
BOW
Top Mount Orientation
Mount orientation on top with
locking pin facing outboard
Extrusion Plate
NOTE: • Apply removable Loctite (not supplied) #242 (Blue) to threads prior to
assembly and final tightening. Tighten using a short 3/16" hex wrench.
• When not trolling, always crank the Grand Slam 380 fully clockwise
• (when viewed from underneath), back to the “run” position using the crank
handle and retract outriggers.

Please print at 100 percent for accurate sizing. Slight scaling may still
occur. Therefore, before drilling, it is recommended that all template
dimensions be measured for accuracy.
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GS-380/380XL
Drill Template
GS-280/2801 Drill TemplaTe
GraND Slam 4" X 6" Drill TemplaTe
Note: Please print at 100% for accurate sizing.
Due to the nature of printing, slight scaling may still occur.
Therefore, before drilling, it is recommended that all template dimensions are
measured for accuracy and rechecked using the drilling template only as a guide.
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Drill TemplaTe

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