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| Author: | quatin [ Sat Dec 15, 2012 3:21 pm ] |
| Post subject: | Hobie Rudder Mount Crooked |
Hi, I have an original rudder mount that I just noticed is welded crooked. The T-bar that the rudder pin goes through is not perfectly perpendicular with the bar that holds the rudder. As a result the tip of my rudder is 3-4 inches to the left of center. Is there a replacement part or is there an easy repair? I assume it is welded stainless steel? Could I hit the joint with a propane torch and hammer it into position? |
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| Author: | islandspeed2001 [ Sat Dec 15, 2012 8:49 pm ] |
| Post subject: | Re: Hobie Rudder Mount Crooked |
Sounds like a warranty issue to me. |
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| Author: | quatin [ Sun Dec 16, 2012 10:49 am ] |
| Post subject: | Re: Hobie Rudder Mount Crooked |
This kayak is pretty old. It's just been mainly hanging in a garage, which is why the defect has gone on so long without being noticed. |
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| Author: | islandspeed2001 [ Sun Dec 16, 2012 2:44 pm ] |
| Post subject: | Re: Hobie Rudder Mount Crooked |
Maybe not in warranty but would take to Hobie dealer to look at it. |
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| Author: | quatin [ Sun Dec 16, 2012 6:02 pm ] |
| Post subject: | Re: Hobie Rudder Mount Crooked |
Ok, I "fixed it". I hit the welds with a propane torch and was able to turn it center with a wrench and vice. |
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