Product Overview
The First Team RetroFit36 III Backboard Refurbishing Kit, also referred to as Retrofit36 Endura, features a robust 1/4” thick steel support structure (FT36RF) that is powder coated silver. This structure is specifically designed to bolt into the backside of most 36” tall backboards manufactured by First Team, Inc. It also provides vertical mounting slots for attachment to most poles with a faceplate at least 6”x6”, potentially requiring drilling, and incorporates adequate rim support to prevent backboard breakage from players hanging on the rim.
The kit includes a 36”x 60” rectangular aluminum backboard, featuring a 10-gauge aluminum pan skin. The backboard is finished with a white powder coat and marked with an official orange shooters square. The standard rim provided is fabricated from 3/16” backplates and side plates, fully welded, and constructed from double 5/8” diameter high strength steel welded at a minimum of six places. The rim is powder coated orange and includes a net locking system that accommodates both nylon and chain nets, with a nylon net being included. Other rim options, such as outdoor breakaway rims, are available. The complete system has an approximate weight of 145# and carries a Lifetime Limited Warranty for the support structure, backboard, and standard rim.
Specifications
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Support Structure Material | 1/4” thick steel |
| Support Structure Finish | powder coated silver |
| Support Structure Compatibility | designed to bolt into the backside of most 36” tall backboards manufactured by First Team, Inc. |
| Pole Mounting | vertical mounting slots allowing backboard to be mounted to most poles with a faceplate at least 6”x6” (may require drilling) |
| Support Structure Feature | adequate rim support to guard against backboard breakage when players hang from rim |
| Backboard Size | 36”x 60” rectangular |
| Backboard Material | aluminum with 10-gauge aluminum pan skin |
| Backboard Finish | white powder coat |
| Backboard Markings | official orange shooters square |
| Rim / Goal | Standard rim fabricated from 3/16” backplates and side plates fully welded, double 5/8” diameter high strength steel welded together at a minimum of six places, powder coated orange |
| Net | Nylon net included, net locking system facilitates use of nylon or chain nets |
| Other Rims Available | outdoor breakaway rims |
| System Weight | approximately 145# |
| Warranty | Lifetime Limited Warranty (Support structure, backboard, and standard rim) |
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Backboard material 3/8" thick acrylic | Backboard material 1/4" clear tempered glass | Backboard material 1/2" thick acrylic | Backboard material 1/2" thick tempered glass | Backboard material 1/2" thick tempered glass | Backboard material 1/2" thick tempered glass |
Backboard size Approx. 48" wide x 36" high | Backboard size Approx. 54" wide x 36" high (36"x54") | Backboard size 42" x 72" rectangular | Backboard size Fan-shaped competition board | Backboard size — | Backboard size 72" wide |
Markings Bright white screening | Markings White ceramic markings fired into glass | Markings 2" border + shooter's square, screened on back | Markings Official white shooter's square and border | Markings Official white shooter's square and border | Markings Official white shooter's square and border |
Frame Clear anodized aluminum "L" extrusions | Frame Clear anodized aluminum "L" extrusions | Frame Competition grade anodized aluminum framework | Frame Curved aluminum extrusion | Frame Aluminum extrusion with corner brackets | Frame Aluminum extrusion, top corner brackets |
Goal mounting pattern 3" horizontal x 4" vertical on centers | Goal mounting pattern — | Goal mounting pattern 5" x 5" | Goal mounting pattern 5" x 5" | Goal mounting pattern 5" x 5" | Goal mounting pattern 5" x 4" |
Rear structure mounting — | Rear structure mounting — | Rear structure mounting — | Rear structure mounting 20" x 35" fan-shaped mounting | Rear structure mounting 42" x 62" corner mounting | Rear structure mounting 36" x 62" short board corner mounting |
Rim support / mounting — | Rim support / mounting Four preinstalled aluminum/vinyl rim grommets | Rim support / mounting Aluminum core rim supports | Rim support / mounting Cushioned steel plates, bolts in steel bushings | Rim support / mounting Cushioned steel plates, bolts in steel bushings | Rim support / mounting Full 72" steel support; spacers, no contact to 1000 lbs |
Padding compatibility — | Padding compatibility — | Padding compatibility — | Padding compatibility — | Padding compatibility Pre-drilled for FT72C TuffGuard padding | Padding compatibility Pre-drilled for FT72C TuffGuard padding |
Certifications — | Certifications — | Certifications — | Certifications Meets NCAA and NFHS standards | Certifications Meets NCAA and NFHS standards | Certifications Meets NCAA and NFHS standards |
Warranty — | Warranty — | Warranty Lifetime Limited on First Team structures | Warranty 10-Year Limited Warranty | Warranty 10-Year Limited Warranty | Warranty Lifetime Superior Warranty |
Ship Weight 36 lbs | Ship Weight | Ship Weight 100 lbs | Ship Weight 120 lbs | Ship Weight 210 lbs | Ship Weight 200 lbs |
Best for Driveways and light rec play on a tight budget. | Best for Rec players wanting real glass rebound in a 54x36 board. | Best for Full-size 42x72 play where glass weight is a concern. | Best for Budget-minded gyms keeping a fan-shaped glass board. | Best for Schools with 42x62 corner-mount competition structures. | Best for Competition gyms wanting full-width steel rim support. |
| $615.00 | $713.00 | $1,229.00 | $1,229.00 | $1,261.00 | $1,353.00 |
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Shipping & Returns
We offer standard 1-5 business day shipping (following dispatch) via LTL Freight, FedEx, UPS, DHL, or USPS. Orders typically process in 1-2 business days (starting the following business day). Shipping rates are usually calculated at checkout; however, we reserve the right to provide custom shipping quotes for oversized or specialized equipment.
60-DAY NO-HASSLE REFUNDS AND RETURNS
If there’s an issue with your product, we make refunds and returns quick and easy.
To be eligible for a return, your item must be in the same condition that you received it, unworn or unused or unused, with tags, and in its original packaging. To contact us, email info@joysportstore.com
More information on shipping and returns can be found here.
Warranty
Lifetime Limited Warranty
Every First Team product is backed by First Team's warranty program. This model carries the warranty noted above. Here is what First Team's warranty tiers cover:
- Limited Warranty - covers damage during normal, intended use. Excludes vandalism and deliberate damage. Normal wear from weathering or UV exposure is not covered; all painted items carry a 1-year limited warranty on coating.
- Superior Warranty - additionally covers any damage or failure caused by basketball activity or contact with the unit, including deliberate hanging on the rim. Vandalism excluded.
- Unconditional Warranty - the broadest tier: covers any damage or failure that occurs for any reason.
- Manufacturer's Defect - all products are warranted against manufacturer's defects at delivery.
Warranties apply to the original purchaser only and are non-transferable; coverage ends on resale or transfer. Residential-only products are not covered for non-residential use.