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05-01-2010, 08:38 AM | #1 |
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How to fix a hole in a kayak?
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05-01-2010, 10:44 AM | #2 |
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If you're down here in San Diego...
Bring it to the OEX Shop at Mission Bay and let CJ give it a try. Its your best shot at fixing it correctly. ------------------- |
05-01-2010, 11:47 AM | #4 |
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Honestly, I would write off my losses and not even think of fixing that thing. You don't want to repeat that nightmare all over again. It ain't worth it.. time to buy a new kayak.
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05-01-2010, 11:59 AM | #5 |
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Zombie kayak
Considering the bizarre turn of events you've had lately I bet you could launch it into the sky with helium balloons..... it would land at the Malibu factory....they repair it and ship it by airplane to a Baja charity.....during the flight it falls out of the plane and lands in your neighbors pool...... problem solved..... |
05-01-2010, 12:25 PM | #6 |
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05-01-2010, 01:51 PM | #7 |
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Have you checked your homeowners or renter's insurance policy. They sometimes cover the most bizarre things. This certainly qualifies as bizarre.
I would also give Malibu a call. I bet they would love to help make you whole again, especially considering that the reason your yak sunk has a lot to do with the product design. Bob |
05-01-2010, 06:53 PM | #8 | |
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Exellent idea
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I would absolutely put together the story - the whole story, the photos and the timeline of events - and get in contact with Malibu. Throw the hail mary - you may be surprised. You're not looking to get over, or have them throw in a boat for free - but there is an excellent chance they will use your story of Laz the 'yak and assist a loyal customer. -Ken
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05-01-2010, 07:03 PM | #9 |
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So I guess Duct Tape is not gonna work here?
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05-01-2010, 08:07 PM | #10 |
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I would bet that Andy at OEX Sunset Beach can fix it.
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05-02-2010, 12:19 AM | #11 |
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Thanks for the suggestions! I have sent Malibu kayaks three emails as of today with confirmations emails from Malibu kayaks stating that they will get in touch with me within 48 hours. I posted the link to my story along with the link on the the recovery of my kayak along with 4 questions:
1. Was the sit in the rear hatch bait tank not suppose to run without a timer? 2. Have you had problems with the rear hatch with other customers with and without a bait tank in place? (ie. sinking or taking on water) 3. Know of any deals on an Extreme in Southern California? (hint.....hint) 4. Any suggestions on how to fix a hole in the back of kayak? (todays question with a picture of Yak) So far no response from Malibu kayaks and it has been around 12 days. I've had amazing offers on kayaks and gear from a lot of generous people on BWE and from friends but no response thus far from Malibu kayaks. I'm not expecting anything from Malibu except at least a courteous response to my questions (1,2, and 4) I think making a couple of chairs out of it might be perfect.....thanks for the advice |
05-02-2010, 07:48 AM | #12 |
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kayak
some one on this site is selling a 08 adventure for 1200 i would jump on it its a steel and comes with bait tank and fish finder i think the name is bentrod
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05-02-2010, 08:00 AM | #13 | |
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You bought your kayak from me, I'll call Malibu on Monday morning on your behalf. If you wanted, I could easily fix that as well. I had a customer have his kayak come off his vehicle in transit and Malibu replaced it for the price of raw materials.
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05-02-2010, 08:02 AM | #14 |
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Take it to the recycling center...and like Billy said, "Time to get a Hobie"
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05-02-2010, 08:09 AM | #15 |
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Iceman, you are a class act.
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05-02-2010, 11:09 AM | #16 |
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Andy,
Thanks for your reply and I greatly appreciate you going out of your way to try to help me out If it is alright with you, I can bring my kayak by the shop next week (5-11) so you can take a look at the XFactor? This week is stacked with fishing La Jolla on Tuesday with the Tarpon 130(weather permitting), work, a 3 day conference, and then work again. Thanks again for your kind offer and I agree with Bob 100% Tom |
05-02-2010, 01:05 PM | #17 |
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Right on Tom, I will call you sometime tomorrow.
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05-02-2010, 09:32 PM | #18 |
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2 chairs is a cool idea big b. Right there in the yard. What a story tellin spot. Pseudo La Jolla Lawn Art !
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05-03-2010, 09:15 AM | #19 |
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This is exactly why you buy from your local shop. I bought from OEX a long time ago and this just reaffirms why. Gotta love good customer service. Try to get that from ebay or some dude on craigslist!
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05-05-2010, 04:52 PM | #20 | |
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Also Malibu is going to sell me a Blem X-13 for $300 thanks to some help by Andy So whole new setup for around $800.00 Thanks for the advice tom Last edited by bigbarrels; 05-05-2010 at 05:03 PM. |
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