{"product_id":"taylor-made-11976-boat-cover-support-pole-base-pad-grey-epdm-non-slip-swivel-base-for-7-8-in-support-poles","title":"Taylor Made Products Boat Cover Support Pole Base Pad, Grey, Fits 7\/8 Inch Diameter Poles, Compatible with 11991 \u0026 11992","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis Taylor Made Products base pad replaces the traditional crutch tip on a boat cover support pole, giving the pole a stable, non-slip foundation on deck. It is built for use with any 7\/8 inch diameter support pole and swaps on in place of the pole's existing bottom tip. The pad is molded from EPDM, a rubber compound chosen for the added friction it provides against the deck surface, which helps keep the pole from sliding or walking out of position while the cover is up. Because EPDM distributes pressure evenly across the pad rather than concentrating it at a single point the way a crutch tip does, it reduces the risk of the pole denting or marking the deck under load.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eA built-in swivel head lets the pole pivot and settle at the angle needed to properly tension the cover, rather than forcing the pole to sit perfectly vertical. Installation is simple: remove the bottom tip currently on the support pole and insert the pole into the base pad's adapter to secure it. The pad is finished in grey to blend with most deck and cover colors. The support pole itself is sold separately; this listing is for the base pad only. The pad is compatible with Taylor Made Products support poles 11991 and 11992.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBrand:\u003c\/strong\u003e Taylor Made Products\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eManufacturer Part Number:\u003c\/strong\u003e 11976\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eProduct Type:\u003c\/strong\u003e Boat cover support pole base pad\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMaterial:\u003c\/strong\u003e EPDM\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eColor:\u003c\/strong\u003e Grey\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFits Pole Diameter:\u003c\/strong\u003e 7\/8 inch\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCompatible Support Poles:\u003c\/strong\u003e Taylor Made Products 11991 and 11992\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHead Design:\u003c\/strong\u003e Swivel head\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eItem Dimensions:\u003c\/strong\u003e 22.01 x 1.5 x 5 inches\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWeight:\u003c\/strong\u003e 0.4 pounds\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSupport Pole Included:\u003c\/strong\u003e No, sold separately\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIncluded Components:\u003c\/strong\u003e One base pad\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eFitment\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFits any 7\/8 inch diameter support pole\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCompatible with Taylor Made Products support poles 11991 and 11992\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat is the Taylor Made Products 11976 base pad used for?\u003c\/strong\u003e It replaces the crutch tip on a boat cover support pole, giving the pole a wider, non-slip base pad to rest against the deck instead of a single-point tip.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat pole diameter does the 11976 base pad fit?\u003c\/strong\u003e The 11976 base pad fits any support pole with a 7\/8 inch diameter.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDoes the 11976 base pad include the support pole?\u003c\/strong\u003e No, the support pole is sold separately. The 11976 listing is for the base pad only.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhich Taylor Made Products support poles work with the 11976 base pad?\u003c\/strong\u003e The 11976 base pad is compatible with Taylor Made Products support poles 11991 and 11992.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat material is the 11976 base pad made of?\u003c\/strong\u003e It is molded from EPDM, a rubber compound that adds friction against the deck to help hold the pole in place.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow does the 11976 base pad compare to a standard crutch tip?\u003c\/strong\u003e Unlike a crutch tip, which concentrates pressure at a single point, the 11976 base pad distributes pressure evenly across its EPDM surface, reducing the chance of deck marking and slipping.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCan the pole angle be adjusted with the 11976 base pad installed?\u003c\/strong\u003e Yes, the 11976 base pad has a swivel head that lets the support pole settle at an angle rather than staying fixed vertical.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow do you install the 11976 base pad on a support pole?\u003c\/strong\u003e Remove the existing bottom tip from the support pole and insert the pole into the 11976 base pad's adapter to secure it in place.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat color is the 11976 base pad?\u003c\/strong\u003e The 11976 base pad is grey.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat are the dimensions of the 11976 base pad?\u003c\/strong\u003e The 11976 base pad measures 22.01 x 1.5 x 5 inches.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow much does the 11976 base pad weigh?\u003c\/strong\u003e It weighs 0.4 pounds.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat comes in the box with the 11976 base pad?\u003c\/strong\u003e One base pad is included; the support pole is not included and must be purchased separately.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Taylor Made Products","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48989667131611,"sku":"NAT-11976","price":35.03,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0839\/7586\/4539\/files\/11976__24397.1722488201.500.750.jpg?v=1785188128","url":"https:\/\/www.goodvibesmarina.com\/products\/taylor-made-11976-boat-cover-support-pole-base-pad-grey-epdm-non-slip-swivel-base-for-7-8-in-support-poles","provider":"Good Vibes Marina","version":"1.0","type":"link"}