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Old 03-11-2014, 09:43 PM   #461
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My transducer was attached to my hull but unfortunately it got too hot and is now unattached. Anyone know how to remedy this problem?
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Old 03-15-2014, 04:50 PM   #462
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OHHHHH CRAP!

OH my my my What do I do, im to far out to turn back I wont make it. My legs are shaking, im in a wet suit or waders and im going into labor.

DUN DUN DUNNNN INTRODUCING THE NEW HOBIEWANand2KANOBIE.

Look at the pictures and figure it out, no instructions included. For the wan use the hose, for the 2 hold your nose.

Close the lid and stop water from going into the kayak

The Pro anglers cutting board changes to a magazine/newspaper table

For hobie kayaks only

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Old 03-16-2014, 12:50 PM   #463
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Hahahahahhahahaha!!! That innovation is the shit!!!
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Old 03-21-2014, 05:05 PM   #464
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umbrella as a bimini on the PA14

Cheapest way to have a big shade on the PA14. less than 30 dollar, umbrella 60" or larger, foam to keep it in place.

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Old 03-24-2014, 08:52 PM   #465
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$9.99 dry bag at wal mart

Semi permanent FF cover
I cut small slits in back of bag where needed. When the plugs are screwed in the unit, it makes the slits somewhat waterproof.
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Old 03-24-2014, 08:54 PM   #466
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Old 03-24-2014, 08:55 PM   #467
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And it works.
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Old 04-06-2014, 10:37 AM   #468
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Nice compact yak stand using PVC, how-to guide

http://forum.kayak4fish.com/viewtopic.php?t=9199
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Old 04-06-2014, 06:56 PM   #469
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3 buck Ocean Kayak Prowler/Trident hatch bucket

Go to your local Big Lots. Grab the bucket from the mop section. It's $2.80 so you may have to raid the coin tray for this one.


Open your hatch and test fit. Aww shucks the handle won't allow the hatch to close.


Grab your Dremel and cut that sucka off. Then round off any sharp edges.


Test fit again.


Ahh much better. Nice and flush. Here you can see the spout end sits higher. Good news, the hull sits lower toward the rear. Point the spout ( hint: the pouring end ) towards you. Almost a perfect match. Like it was meant for our O.K.'s.


Product review: I got to try it out at this weekend's Rockfish Derby. Caught a couple rockfish and stored them in the hatch bucket. When time came to unload I didn't have to flip the kayak upside down and shake it to dislodge any stuck fish. No slime, no scales, no more smelly hull. Teh bucket iz win!
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Old 04-11-2014, 10:18 AM   #470
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PA 14 Battery Bag Install

O.K. Battery Bag Install. I removed the adjustable straps and riveted the bag straight to the straps that are attached to the bag.










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Old 04-11-2014, 10:56 AM   #471
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O.K. Battery Bag Install. I removed the adjustable straps and riveted the bag straight to the straps that are attached to the bag.



FYI....
Not sure what kind of water proof case you are using in the battery bag (or if anyone else plans on using this bag). But I found that the small waterproof box in the camping section at Walmart is a perfect fit. The box holds a 12V 7Ah (and possibly larger) battery with an inline fuse.

I went thru a bunch of ziploc-type containers with the air tight seal, but none of them were sturdy enough for my liking. The fasteners were all too flimsy.
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Old 04-11-2014, 11:39 AM   #472
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FYI....
Not sure what kind of water proof case you are using in the battery bag (or if anyone else plans on using this bag). But I found that the small waterproof box in the camping section at Walmart is a perfect fit. The box holds a 12V 7Ah (and possibly larger) battery with an inline fuse.

I went thru a bunch of ziploc-type containers with the air tight seal, but none of them were sturdy enough for my liking. The fasteners were all too flimsy.
No waterproof case, its just the battery in the bag. I used this same bag on my Outback and never had any issues with corrosion or water damage. Its extremely secure and best of all.........its out of the way.
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Old 04-11-2014, 11:46 AM   #473
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O.K. Battery Bag Install. I removed the adjustable straps and riveted the bag straight to the straps that are attached to the bag.










This is badass. I am using this one
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Old 04-11-2014, 01:23 PM   #474
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You DO NOT need a waterproof bag or box for your battery.


Been running without one for 4 years...no issues.


Just wash/ clean your battery once in a while.....

Put on some lube......... and you are ready to go!
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Old 04-11-2014, 02:44 PM   #475
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^ what do you do, just goop the terminals? How do you keep it from sliding around during a surf launch?
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Old 04-11-2014, 02:54 PM   #476
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^ what do you do, just goop the terminals? How do you keep it from sliding around during a surf launch?
You may need some way of keeping the battery from sliding around.. strap it to your scuppers or secure it inside of a box or bag, but it does not have to be waterproof. The battery is already waterproof. A little dielectric compound on the terminals may be all that's needed. A rinse off once in a while is good. If you solder your wires to your battery then you can also coat the terminals with epoxy if you want to not even worry about rinsing.
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Old 04-11-2014, 06:03 PM   #477
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I'm more of a better safe than sorry kind of guy. Keeping the terminals and fuse bone dry makes for no cleanup or worries. Plus I can swap the battery out and onto my float tube.... If I ever float tube again. For $5, it's worth it to me.
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Old 04-12-2014, 02:12 AM   #478
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^ what do you do, just goop the terminals? How do you keep it from sliding around during a surf launch?
I gooped the terminals and so far it's held up pretty well. Every so often I will remove the goop, clean the terminals and add some fresh lube. Afterall, no one likes old lube. Since the bag is riveted down I don't have to worry about the battery flopping around when/if I get tossed.
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Old 04-12-2014, 09:29 AM   #479
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Talking

Jorge, I think you gave it a good test at the Rockfish Tournament!
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Old 04-13-2014, 01:01 AM   #480
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I'm running 2 LIFEPO4 batteries; a 6v and a 12v. To minimize the handling of the batteries, I found a plastic container that is almost the perfect fit for 2 SLA type batteries. Since they are so light, I always keep both of them in the box, even if I only need one. Another advantage of keeping them together, I can use a 4-wire SAE connector which allows me to make all of the electrical connections at the same time.


This also works for charging both batteries together. To connect the chargers to the batteries, I made an SAE adapter. On the opposite end of the adapter, I use a 2-pin male Molex connector for the 12v charger and a female connector for the 6v charger. This ensures the wires to the chargers are always connected correctly, because only the male connector on the 6v charger will connect to the 6v battery adapter leads and the female connector on the 12v charger will only connect to the 12v battery.



I store the battery in front of the sail post on my Hobie. I have a small container that is gooped into place that doubles as a dry box.



When I need the batteries, I have the option of putting the battery box inside of the dry box or on top of it. A nylon strap with a quick-release clip secures it in place.

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