Got my 18xs now and looking through your mods. The rudder blade doesn't fold all the way back onto the deck like on my old kayak. What do you do when transporting the 18x? Remove the blade each time? Take the whole assembly out and tie onto the deck with some foam in between?
Goodmorning. I used a wood chisel and a hammer. It came out fairly easy. Make sure the boat is secure. Start on a corner and take your time. After I'd removed some of the adhesive that held it on, the rest pulled out with leverage. I hope you have the same removal.
Got my 18xs now and looking through your mods. The rudder blade doesn't fold all the way back onto the deck like on my old kayak. What do you do when transporting the 18x? Remove the blade each time? Take the whole assembly out and tie onto the deck with some foam in between?
I've never removed during transport. It's secure.
Anything special you did to take the hatch out? Been wanting to do it to mine, just trying to figure out the best way.
Goodmorning. I used a wood chisel and a hammer. It came out fairly easy. Make sure the boat is secure. Start on a corner and take your time. After I'd removed some of the adhesive that held it on, the rest pulled out with leverage. I hope you have the same removal.
Thanks! Appreciate the reply, sounds a little easier than I was anticipating!