http://forums.walkerbay.com/ Wed, 23 Jul 2008 19:33:36 -0700 MyBB http://forums.walkerbay.com/showthread.php?tid=56 Tue, 22 Jul 2008 15:11:49 -0700 http://forums.walkerbay.com/showthread.php?tid=56
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Adam]]>
Thanks
Adam]]> http://forums.walkerbay.com/showthread.php?tid=55 Mon, 14 Jul 2008 15:52:44 -0700 http://forums.walkerbay.com/showthread.php?tid=55 2. the owners manual I recived part #16488 doesn`t
have the 340AF listed in it.I would like to get the proper one.
3. the information I did recive indicated the tubes had to have a
working pressure of 3.5psi. and the floor at 11.3psi,is this
correct? How do you check it, there is no air pressure gauge
in the parts kit and none showing in the owners manual or
any other literature?
4. what is the proper way to tie a rope to the stern to pull the
kids on water toys? Why are the eyelets facing inward?
5. can another bench set be added ? Is there a part # and
price?
I hope you can answer my questions. THX.]]> 2. the owners manual I recived part #16488 doesn`t
have the 340AF listed in it.I would like to get the proper one.
3. the information I did recive indicated the tubes had to have a
working pressure of 3.5psi. and the floor at 11.3psi,is this
correct? How do you check it, there is no air pressure gauge
in the parts kit and none showing in the owners manual or
any other literature?
4. what is the proper way to tie a rope to the stern to pull the
kids on water toys? Why are the eyelets facing inward?
5. can another bench set be added ? Is there a part # and
price?
I hope you can answer my questions. THX.]]> http://forums.walkerbay.com/showthread.php?tid=54 Fri, 11 Jul 2008 11:24:28 -0700 http://forums.walkerbay.com/showthread.php?tid=54
Thanks.]]>
Thanks.]]> http://forums.walkerbay.com/showthread.php?tid=53 Fri, 11 Jul 2008 00:14:45 -0700 http://forums.walkerbay.com/showthread.php?tid=53 http://forums.walkerbay.com/showthread.php?tid=52 Thu, 10 Jul 2008 17:22:39 -0700 http://forums.walkerbay.com/showthread.php?tid=52
I'm trying to decided between the Play and Sport models for myself.

I'm 5'2", 120 lbs, some kayaking experience. Plan to kayak in the bay, lakes, and possibly mellow rivers (but mostly lakes and some bay action). Possibly, but not likely, I might take it on vacation where there is gentle, low surf.

I like the Sport 10 model - the fact that it has the dry bag, extra handles, and extra bungees. Is there any disadvantage to going with the Sport 10 over the Play 9.5? (Assume cost is not an issue).[/b]

The Sport is only 2 lbs. heavier than the Play, so that is a non-issue.
The storage dimensions are the same, so that is non-issue.

The only difference I can see from the brochure is that the Play is listed as being able to use it in the surf and waves. Would I not be able to do the same thing with the Sport model?

Thanks for any help or suggestions.
Laura]]>
I'm trying to decided between the Play and Sport models for myself.

I'm 5'2", 120 lbs, some kayaking experience. Plan to kayak in the bay, lakes, and possibly mellow rivers (but mostly lakes and some bay action). Possibly, but not likely, I might take it on vacation where there is gentle, low surf.

I like the Sport 10 model - the fact that it has the dry bag, extra handles, and extra bungees. Is there any disadvantage to going with the Sport 10 over the Play 9.5? (Assume cost is not an issue).[/b]

The Sport is only 2 lbs. heavier than the Play, so that is a non-issue.
The storage dimensions are the same, so that is non-issue.

The only difference I can see from the brochure is that the Play is listed as being able to use it in the surf and waves. Would I not be able to do the same thing with the Sport model?

Thanks for any help or suggestions.
Laura]]> http://forums.walkerbay.com/showthread.php?tid=51 Thu, 10 Jul 2008 16:20:38 -0700 http://forums.walkerbay.com/showthread.php?tid=51
Also, is it possible to attach a small sail to the Airis? Even if Walker Bay doesn't make them, I know there are other companies that make small sails for kayaks and I'm wondering if they could be attached somehow (maybe thru the D-rings??)

Thanks,
Laura]]>
Also, is it possible to attach a small sail to the Airis? Even if Walker Bay doesn't make them, I know there are other companies that make small sails for kayaks and I'm wondering if they could be attached somehow (maybe thru the D-rings??)

Thanks,
Laura]]> http://forums.walkerbay.com/showthread.php?tid=50 Wed, 09 Jul 2008 17:43:20 -0700 http://forums.walkerbay.com/showthread.php?tid=50 http://forums.walkerbay.com/showthread.php?tid=48 Mon, 30 Jun 2008 00:06:56 -0700 http://forums.walkerbay.com/showthread.php?tid=48
I have a new Genesis 340 FTD Console with the 20hp Merc (short). It gets up on plane but points almost straight up before getting there and won't stay on plane at mid speeds.

Add to this tendency to point skyward from above dead slow until fast plane the fact that I really want to try pulling my kids on an inflatable (like in the ad) and well - I am concerned. (towable: http://shopping.msn.com/reviews/shp/?itemId=994793821)

I understand their are "built-in trim tabs" in the hull but it would appear that these are not as effective as external trim tabs. Also in my research online and at the boat store I am learning about hydrofoils (Stingray and Doelfin). The opinion is certainly varied on these and I have not heard from anyone with a Genesis.

Presently I am aware of three options:
1.) Go with the Hydrofoil - which means drilling holes through the cavitation plate on my brand new motor
2.) Installing trim tabs - which means drilling holes into my brand new boat
3.) Putting up with the nuisance, limitations and added risk inherent in the current set up.

Option 3 would be extremely disappointing given the amount of money I have spent but options 1 and 2 seem serious, somewhat irreversible, potentially warranty voiding and the results are a bit of a mystery.

I would really appreciate some help here.

Thank you,


Bill MacGougan
Nanaimo, BC]]>
I have a new Genesis 340 FTD Console with the 20hp Merc (short). It gets up on plane but points almost straight up before getting there and won't stay on plane at mid speeds.

Add to this tendency to point skyward from above dead slow until fast plane the fact that I really want to try pulling my kids on an inflatable (like in the ad) and well - I am concerned. (towable: http://shopping.msn.com/reviews/shp/?itemId=994793821)

I understand their are "built-in trim tabs" in the hull but it would appear that these are not as effective as external trim tabs. Also in my research online and at the boat store I am learning about hydrofoils (Stingray and Doelfin). The opinion is certainly varied on these and I have not heard from anyone with a Genesis.

Presently I am aware of three options:
1.) Go with the Hydrofoil - which means drilling holes through the cavitation plate on my brand new motor
2.) Installing trim tabs - which means drilling holes into my brand new boat
3.) Putting up with the nuisance, limitations and added risk inherent in the current set up.

Option 3 would be extremely disappointing given the amount of money I have spent but options 1 and 2 seem serious, somewhat irreversible, potentially warranty voiding and the results are a bit of a mystery.

I would really appreciate some help here.

Thank you,


Bill MacGougan
Nanaimo, BC]]> http://forums.walkerbay.com/showthread.php?tid=46 Tue, 24 Jun 2008 05:27:56 -0700 http://forums.walkerbay.com/showthread.php?tid=46 http://forums.walkerbay.com/showthread.php?tid=45 Mon, 23 Jun 2008 12:58:34 -0700 http://forums.walkerbay.com/showthread.php?tid=45 http://forums.walkerbay.com/showthread.php?tid=44 Wed, 18 Jun 2008 03:37:10 -0700 http://forums.walkerbay.com/showthread.php?tid=44 They don't need to be professional quality, just an ordinary digital camera will do the job. And bandwidth should not be a problem for a site like this. Also they ought to make clear what is in a composite piece and what is just a component part.
The bit I'm looking for at the moment is the cap at the end of the rudder pole, not the knob end, the other end.]]> They don't need to be professional quality, just an ordinary digital camera will do the job. And bandwidth should not be a problem for a site like this. Also they ought to make clear what is in a composite piece and what is just a component part.
The bit I'm looking for at the moment is the cap at the end of the rudder pole, not the knob end, the other end.]]> http://forums.walkerbay.com/showthread.php?tid=43 Wed, 18 Jun 2008 03:28:00 -0700 http://forums.walkerbay.com/showthread.php?tid=43 Does anyone know of a supplier of a simple side seat to bridge between the rear and middle cross-benches?
They would obviously have to be quite small to avoid taking up working room. Equally obviously they would have to be manufactured to fit in with the standard fixings of the boat as there's no way I'm going to do crude surgery on my beautiful WB10!]]> Does anyone know of a supplier of a simple side seat to bridge between the rear and middle cross-benches?
They would obviously have to be quite small to avoid taking up working room. Equally obviously they would have to be manufactured to fit in with the standard fixings of the boat as there's no way I'm going to do crude surgery on my beautiful WB10!]]> http://forums.walkerbay.com/showthread.php?tid=42 Wed, 18 Jun 2008 03:20:24 -0700 http://forums.walkerbay.com/showthread.php?tid=42 The WB10, unlike the WB8 I believe, has a grey insert under the edge which ought to be useful in some way for fastening but I can't see how. The best idea I've heard so far is short lengths of this nylon strapping wrapped around the insert and around a 4 inch rope draped immediately below the insert, but I'm not convinced there isn't a better way.
Any ideas?]]> The WB10, unlike the WB8 I believe, has a grey insert under the edge which ought to be useful in some way for fastening but I can't see how. The best idea I've heard so far is short lengths of this nylon strapping wrapped around the insert and around a 4 inch rope draped immediately below the insert, but I'm not convinced there isn't a better way.
Any ideas?]]> http://forums.walkerbay.com/showthread.php?tid=40 Thu, 12 Jun 2008 07:13:40 -0700 http://forums.walkerbay.com/showthread.php?tid=40 I have dismantled it and examined it and nothing appears to be broken, am I missing something here? Any light you can cast on this would be greatly appreciated.]]> I have dismantled it and examined it and nothing appears to be broken, am I missing something here? Any light you can cast on this would be greatly appreciated.]]> http://forums.walkerbay.com/showthread.php?tid=39 Fri, 30 May 2008 01:33:20 -0700 http://forums.walkerbay.com/showthread.php?tid=39 http://forums.walkerbay.com/showthread.php?tid=38 Fri, 30 May 2008 01:30:25 -0700 http://forums.walkerbay.com/showthread.php?tid=38 http://forums.walkerbay.com/showthread.php?tid=34 Mon, 12 May 2008 20:23:54 -0700 http://forums.walkerbay.com/showthread.php?tid=34 Which inflatable should be better match for my Nissan outboard(88lb). I need your experience, not theory. I already made mistake based on dealer recommendation.
What kind of performance can I expect from Odyssey 340 with 9.8 hp Nissan. It is slightly bellow factory recommended minimum power. Will I be able to reach declared speed when alone or what should I expect?]]> Which inflatable should be better match for my Nissan outboard(88lb). I need your experience, not theory. I already made mistake based on dealer recommendation.
What kind of performance can I expect from Odyssey 340 with 9.8 hp Nissan. It is slightly bellow factory recommended minimum power. Will I be able to reach declared speed when alone or what should I expect?]]> http://forums.walkerbay.com/showthread.php?tid=33 Mon, 12 May 2008 11:16:30 -0700 http://forums.walkerbay.com/showthread.php?tid=33 http://forums.walkerbay.com/showthread.php?tid=32 Sat, 10 May 2008 20:45:50 -0700 http://forums.walkerbay.com/showthread.php?tid=32
For now I have purchased two 3 gallon tanks to go under each seat but I am just wondering if there are other options I may not have thought of.

Thanks,

Bill]]>
For now I have purchased two 3 gallon tanks to go under each seat but I am just wondering if there are other options I may not have thought of.

Thanks,

Bill]]> http://forums.walkerbay.com/showthread.php?tid=30 Fri, 18 Apr 2008 14:47:04 -0700 http://forums.walkerbay.com/showthread.php?tid=30 How are the tubes locked to the hull? What can I expect to pay for replacement tubes for either of these boats in PVC or Hypalon?
Could you post or forward photos of the tube attachment at the transom?]]> How are the tubes locked to the hull? What can I expect to pay for replacement tubes for either of these boats in PVC or Hypalon?
Could you post or forward photos of the tube attachment at the transom?]]>