Love the outrigger design. I'm wondering what size of pvc you use? I'm trying to use 1 1/4 but it's too tight to get into the rod holders and I dont know if 1" would be secure enough
@@FaithNFishing do you know how far down into the rod holder you went? They're about 9 inches deep but I dont know if that's possible. Also, it looks like you drove a screw into it to secure it?
I used 1 1/4 PVC. It was a tight squeeze but you can use a little bit of wd-40 or even pam spray to slick it up a bit. Twist and push. Did them individually and built in place originally. After that, they put in with a little force. I never removed the base build, just took the end pieces off for transport. Went in about 4" and put a screw through it for additional security.
Great video brother! Just bought one and have contemplated outriggers. I really like your design. Can you elaborate on outrigger design? Did you heat to create bends on top or are they angled pieces. Tough to make out
Thanks for watching!! I did not use any heat for this. I just made the middle section a bit longer and the force between was enough to cause that slight bend. I can disassemble it and grab all of the specs for you, if you'd like. Would be my pleasure!
You did a good job. If you freshwater fish in Florida, how do you keep those 12 foot alligators from crawling into the yak with you ? I worry about that here in southeastern N.C. all the time.
poor mans kayak??? $450.00 is poor? I bought a cheaper kayak cause I didnt want to invest $1500+ on a new sport that I might not even like.. ok I must be poor then but at least Im happy with it
Yea, not a big fan of the poor man reference, which is why I mention budget kayak as my preference. This one served me well for 5 years before I upgraded, knowing that I loved the sport! Most important thing about a kayak is being comfortable with it and it suiting your particular needs. Tight lines!
you can add gaskets to the port,holes. Go to home depot and buy a GE water filter o ring. It fits perfect and seals
Awesome tip! Thanks for watching!
very cool. Amazon has buckets that fit perfectly in the access holes. game changer
Very cool! Do you have a link?
Great video !! Just what I needed ! Thanks man
@@pcaravaca glad that it was helpful! Appreciate the comment
Great Video
Just bought the Lifetime Tamarack. I'm planning to equip with the stabilizer! Thanks for the video!!!
It'll be worth the effort! Great platform to do a TON of mods too. Tight lines!
Good informative walk-around. Thanks for the tips.
You're welcome! Going to get the stabilizer video done very soon!
Very nice. Thanks. Will be getting the Tamarack too.
It's a great platform and highly modifiable! Great stability for a budget kayak!
Lets see it on the water.
Paddle keep got torn off and needs plastic weld repair. Need to get to that soon!
Love the outrigger design. I'm wondering what size of pvc you use? I'm trying to use 1 1/4 but it's too tight to get into the rod holders and I dont know if 1" would be secure enough
Thanks! I used 1 1/4" but they were VERY snug going in. If you were to use 1" you would have to pad it with Duct tape and that would be fine.
@@FaithNFishing do you know how far down into the rod holder you went? They're about 9 inches deep but I dont know if that's possible. Also, it looks like you drove a screw into it to secure it?
@@TulsaDave3 went down about 4 inches or so. Screw was probably overkill but I wanted it to stay put.
Great Video. What size is this
Thanks Ron! Is is a 10'
Awesome mods brother. I especially like the stabilizers.
Thanks brother! They are a big help out there.
How did you fit the PVC in the rod holders and what size did you use
I used 1 1/4 PVC. It was a tight squeeze but you can use a little bit of wd-40 or even pam spray to slick it up a bit. Twist and push. Did them individually and built in place originally. After that, they put in with a little force. I never removed the base build, just took the end pieces off for transport. Went in about 4" and put a screw through it for additional security.
Great video brother! Just bought one and have contemplated outriggers. I really like your design. Can you elaborate on outrigger design? Did you heat to create bends on top or are they angled pieces. Tough to make out
Thanks for watching!! I did not use any heat for this. I just made the middle section a bit longer and the force between was enough to cause that slight bend. I can disassemble it and grab all of the specs for you, if you'd like. Would be my pleasure!
@@FaithNFishing specs would be great 👍 appreciate you sharing your good work!
Cool, thanks. What width seat did you use-17” or 20”? Thanks.
I used the 20" and it fits perfectly! Thanks for watching!
Good walk around brother! The little one must be keeping you busy! Glad things are well!
Thanks brother! Been crazy busy and waiting for another little one arriving this September! We've been blessed beyond measure!
Is your crate sitting directly on the rear hatch or did you add something under it?
Mine is an older model with flush hatches. They didn't bump out like the new ones. I didn't need anything to raise it.
Your ruler where can U get one?
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rfa.fish/products/dd214-fishing-custom-tourney-bump-board
You did a good job. If you freshwater fish in Florida, how do you keep those 12 foot alligators from crawling into the yak with you ? I worry about that here in southeastern N.C. all the time.
Thank you! I never fresh water fished either kayak. Been strictly salt this far.
Nice looking modifications. Looking forward to seeing them in action
Thanks! Appreciate you checking out the video.
poor mans kayak??? $450.00 is poor? I bought a cheaper kayak cause I didnt want to invest $1500+ on a new sport that I might not even like.. ok I must be poor then but at least Im happy with it
Yea, not a big fan of the poor man reference, which is why I mention budget kayak as my preference. This one served me well for 5 years before I upgraded, knowing that I loved the sport! Most important thing about a kayak is being comfortable with it and it suiting your particular needs. Tight lines!