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Tips to ensure that your bimini quick release pins function properly. This process is not necessary for all biminis.
It is possible that once your bimini is installed your frame
and stainless arms are not parallel where they pivot. This could
make inserting and removing your quick release pins difficult
or be causing a minor interference between the frame and
stainless arms. If you are not experiencing any issues, skip this
page.
TOP VIEW
Stainless Arm
If your bimini looks like this and you cannot easily insert/remove your
quick release pins proceed to Step 2.
Frame
Occasionally this problem can be solved by merely
adjusting the Anchor tube angles on the tower. To do this
rotate the entire Anchor tube in the direction required to try
and straighten out the quick release pin alignment. If your
quick release pins still do not easily insert/remove, proceed to
Step 3.
Anchor Tubes
Occasionally this problem can be solved by adding the 2
extra pivot washers provided with your Area 53 bimini. Stack
the extra washer on each side with the existing one, re-apply a
drop of red Loctite to the bolts and re-tighten.
Extra Washer
This is the last resort. If none of the other steps let the
quick release pin move easily you need to drill out the hole
the pin goes in. Use a 5/16” bit and drill perpendicular
through the frame and stainless arms at the same time. This
will help with the alignment and ensure an accurately aligned
hole. Use a drop cloth to catch metal shavings.
If there are no difficulties inserting or removing the
quick release pins, you can now install the mounting
clamp set screw. Apply red thread lock to the screws
before installing. Tighten and apply red thread lock to
the clamp bolts.
5/16”
Torque to 15 Ft.Lbs
THREADLOCKER
RED
3/16”
(x2)
Your bimini installation is now complete! Happy Boating!
Tighten and apply
thread lock to clamp
bolts
