Finaly! Got my new ride.

[SLYACKER]

I was sad when i had to sell my old yak a couple month ago :( But i couldnt wait any longer to fish, so i said fuck it and went to SOUTHWIND in irvine and my man mike there got me in this fish killer today!! Cant wait to get out!
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[Dannowar]

Good boat, you'll be stoked!!!

[jorluivil]

Good boat, you'll be stoked!!!


Yep.......that is a good boat.

I see you have the sail rudder, do you have turbo fins?

If you have the money get rid of that seat and upgrade to a high back seat, YOU WILL NOT REGRET IT. While you're at it I would also recommend you get rid of the stock hatch and upgrade to the rectangular hatch.


one last thing.................................if that is a scupper cart get rid of it and get yourself a wheelez cart, the one with the big wheels. Save the wheels that you have now and use them on your wheelez frame when you do not need to drag your kayak across sand.

[SLYACKER]

Yea i got the turbo fins too... Do you know anyone that has the rectangular hatch? I like it but wasnt sure if it would be too big and be a pain in the ass to get into


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[jorluivil]

Yea i got the turbo fins too... Do you know anyone that has the rectangular hatch? I like it but wasnt sure if it would be too big and be a pain in the ass to get into


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I installed one on my Outback. I'm 5'10" and weigh 230lbs, I was able to sit and open the hatch with no issues. I know Andy at OEX has them in stock and installs them for a few bucks.

[SLYACKER]

I installed one on my Outback. I'm 5'10" and weigh 230lbs, I was able to sit and open the hatch with no issues. I know Andy at OEX has them in stock and installs them for a few bucks.


Is it the same hatch that comes in the PA? like how it holds the 2 boxes


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[bosshoss]

I installed one on my Outback. I'm 5'10" and weigh 230lbs, I was able to sit and open the hatch with no issues. I know Andy at OEX has them in stock and installs them for a few bucks.



X2 on the rectangle hatch.. Just installed one on my outback 2 months ago thanks to a little help from Jurluivil and you tube..

Yes its the hatch with the 2 boxes or you can get the rectangle tub. I opted for the tub...

Easy to get into. Best upgrade by far...

[SLYACKER]

Awsome! Looks like i will be installing the hatch asap!


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<HR style="COLOR: #ffffff; BACKGROUND-COLOR: #ffffff" SIZE=1> <!-- / icon and title --><!-- message -->Well I finally did it, decided to replace the round hatch in my 2013 Outback. Bought the rectangle hatch , seal, and opted for the bucket version.

Removed the round hatch and used the backing plate from the new hatch as a template for cutting purposes.

Used a sharpie for the outline and a Jig saw for cutting the plastic. Cuts like butter..

A little sand paper to knock down the rough edges and it was ready to layout the holes for the lid and backing plate. Used the top of hatch to mark and drill out the holes for the screws.

One final look at everything and it was ready to install.
Lined up the backing plate, the gasket, and the lid and screwed them together.

Really make sure you have the placement correct before cutting and the rest is downhill from there.. Really a simple install....

Thanks to George and Andy for the tips, and pics on how to install. Really helped.
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[SLYACKER]

Use the search box and input bosshoss and rectangle hatch..theres a couple of pics there, that show where I cut the the hole and installed the hatch..

Good luck


Looks good thanks man ill post mine when i get it done!


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[bosshoss]

I posted the pics for you and others....


Good luck

[dorado123]

Good choice I have outback and love it
I also have Cobra fish and dive and Malibu X13 but ever since got outback,I rarely touch them

Outback give me stable and speed, best kayak for me so far

[SLYACKER]

I posted the pics for you and others....


Good luck


Thanks for all the help man see you out there soon!


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[dorado123]

I installed one on my Outback. I'm 5'10" and weigh 230lbs, I was able to sit and open the hatch with no issues. I know Andy at OEX has them in stock and installs them for a few bucks.
Is it water tight ?

[easyday]

Good now get your rods fixed so we can hit the water.

[wbrewski]

Yea i got the turbo fins too... Do you know anyone that has the rectangular hatch? I like it but wasnt sure if it would be too big and be a pain in the ass to get into


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I have a Hobie hatch, the same one as on the new PA's if you can use it I will let it go for $ 50.00 . It is brand new. with bolts.

[Rambo]

Nice ride indeed. Only thing missing is the rods, water, and a fish.

[kaya_one]

I'm jealous

[SLYACKER]

I have a Hobie hatch, the same one as on the new PA's if you can use it I will let it go for $ 50.00 . It is brand new. with bolts.


I sent u a PM


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[ptn]

Think I just saw your car earlier this morning following another SUV with a yak on it. You have dodger license plate frames? Good luck out there and congrats on the yak. I'm stuck out at work :mad:.

[easyday]

If the SUV was carrying a camouflage torpedo on top of it then that was us. we fished Dana Point today.

[ptn]

Yep that was it. :cool:

[SLYACKER]

Think I just saw your car earlier this morning following another SUV with a yak on it. You have dodger license plate frames? Good luck out there and congrats on the yak. I'm stuck out at work :mad:.


Yup thats me lol


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[Fish n Jeep]

Nice boat. I just picked up a new to me 2011 Outback. Im still tracking down some gear. Let me know how you like the rectangle hatch if you upgrade it. It seems like a no brainer, not sure why they dont come like that from the factory.

[SLYACKER]

Nice boat. I just picked up a new to me 2011 Outback. Im still tracking down some gear. Let me know how you like the rectangle hatch if you upgrade it. It seems like a no brainer, not sure why they dont come like that from the factory.


Took it out and dish the kelp in dana point the other day its a great yak. For me it needs some small improvements but its great platform. If you have the bait tank find a way to put a screen on the intake tube thw kelp clogged mine several times, and the seat kinda sucks while paddling it kept falling back and while fishing it would slowly fall back and i had to keep adjusting it all day but im a bigger fuy so maybe its just me


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[Fish n Jeep]

Took it out and dish the kelp in dana point the other day its a great yak. For me it needs some small improvements but its great platform. If you have the bait tank find a way to put a screen on the intake tube thw kelp clogged mine several times, and the seat kinda sucks while paddling it kept falling back and while fishing it would slowly fall back and i had to keep adjusting it all day but im a bigger fuy so maybe its just me


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Thanks for the input. Im still in the market for the livewell or a different bait tank. I have heard that about the seat from several people. So far for me its been ok. But I also havent spent all day in it yet. Im on the smaller side so maybe I can get away with it for now. That way I can put off the money replacing it for a high back for a while until I get all my gear squared away.