Predator61
valued Member
Teksport FX410 Cammo
Posts: 62
|
Post by Predator61 on Feb 23, 2011 17:55:10 GMT -1
Considering buying Teksport fx410, however it is just the basic shell with no fixtures or fittings etc on it. What I'm afraid of is, cutting holes etc and rendering the yak useless. I've read all the posts and checked out all the pics etc but it still seems a daunting task - question is - is it worth it or should I just go for a pre fitted out yak?  |
|
|
|
Post by izzetafox on Feb 23, 2011 18:43:04 GMT -1
The great thing with the DIY option is that holders etc are where they suit YOU rather than a generic set up.
It is scarey at first but I have not heard of anyone who has actually ruined their yak. Think carefully, measure once, measure twice, think again and then cut.
You are near to Zebra and Buddy try and get to see them or other lads in the NW, they will advise you and give you confidence.
Sometimes it can be cheaper to buy the finished job, you just have to price things up and assess if the manufacturer's ideas and yours match.
Terry
|
|
|
|
Post by camopete on Feb 23, 2011 21:56:40 GMT -1
ive used the no drill system on my anchor trolley,i will be putting up some pic in the next ,when i finished it ,but will have to drill some holes for the rod holders ,
|
|
|
|
Post by camopete on Feb 23, 2011 23:17:06 GMT -1
ps its all part of the fun,buy it ,build it ,bait it ;D
|
|
richc
valued Member
Jason wears wellies
Posts: 11
|
Post by richc on Feb 24, 2011 6:25:42 GMT -1
Ive drilled lots of holes in my kayak ,moved things about drilled holes again,just keep the bits you cut out and use them to repair old holes,just melt with lighter and fill hole and trim of with craft knife,done it loads cant see old holes now.You wont ruin kayak. jasonr has a tek 410 will get him to pm you
|
|
Predator61
valued Member
Teksport FX410 Cammo
Posts: 62
|
Post by Predator61 on Feb 25, 2011 15:26:19 GMT -1
Wahey, just ordered a basic shell Teksport fx410, also spent £100 at H2O on pad eyes, rivets, wellnuts, bungee cord and rope etc so looks like I'm gonna be busy putting on all the deck lines, attachment rings etc etc - cant wait - hehehehe
feels like xmas lol
|
|
ste
valued Member
Posts: 75
|
Post by ste on Feb 25, 2011 17:25:10 GMT -1
I can sympathise about drilling your first hole, not long fitted my anchor trolly and light to my tarpon 160. I was in a panic in case it didn't work out lol, all worked out good though and a bonus of no leaks after a paddle @ Colwyn Bay
|
|
richc
valued Member
Jason wears wellies
Posts: 11
|
Post by richc on Feb 25, 2011 18:09:53 GMT -1
Jasonr in his tek ;D ;D  |
|
|
|
Post by camopete on Feb 25, 2011 23:12:12 GMT -1
what is the best rivets to use , standard ones or the ones that open like a plaster board fixing ,if its the ones like the plaster board fixings were can i get them from
|
|
Predator61
valued Member
Teksport FX410 Cammo
Posts: 62
|
Post by Predator61 on Feb 26, 2011 9:21:34 GMT -1
I ordered mine from H2O Kayaks yesterday afternoon and they arrived this morning - outstanding service or what
|
|
