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02-23-2010, 04:05 PM | #1 |
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New Hatch...Malibu Kayaks
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02-23-2010, 04:49 PM | #2 |
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will it fit old xfactor hatches as a replacement?
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02-23-2010, 04:55 PM | #3 |
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I'd buy one if it did! Good question
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02-23-2010, 06:40 PM | #4 |
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I talked to the guys at Malibu Kayaks today and when I asked if that hatch could be retrofitted onto an existing xfactor, extreme etc... they said it wouldn't be "ideal" but definitely could be done!! I will post up how my retrofit goes when I get that new style hatch and will post some pics of the retro-fitting, I don't think it'll be a problem at all!
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02-23-2010, 06:46 PM | #5 |
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I have an X 13 and a Stealth 14 with these new hatches in the store. I would imagine the frame is the same, although instead of the 24 rivets there are 14 thru bolts, so new holes would need to be drilled.
I like this hatch, it may take some maintenance to keep it operating smoothly, time will tell. I really like that it has an o ring on the frame and a gasket on the hatch. The hinge will make it much easier to grab something from below as well as one key to turn.
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02-23-2010, 08:04 PM | #6 |
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no big deal on th emaintainance...
on the Hobie hatches I use Aquaseal silicone spray on the hinges, seals, and lock to keep them operating smoothly... no big deal... it works great for keeping the rudder smooth as well |
02-24-2010, 07:44 AM | #7 |
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