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Author:  Borg [ Thu Jul 30, 2009 6:13 pm ]
Post subject:  Lumps and bumps
Hi,
I just sold my OK trident 15 last week and picked up a hobie revolution in papaya flavor. Last night while looking over the new gal , deciding how im gonna rig her, i noticed three small bumps in a triangle formation on the bottom of my hull. When you look under the kayak you see a darkened area where the bumps are. Outside the hull is smooth. Inside the hatch, about 2-3 from center the bumps appear.

Is this something to cause concern? Will it cause cracks? Is this a deformity in the molding process? Is it possible to get this kayak replaced?

roger
Author:  Roadrunner [ Thu Jul 30, 2009 9:45 pm ]
Post subject:  Re: Lumps and bumps
Borg, welcome to the forum and congratulations on your new Revo!

The random accumulation of extra material on the inside is not uncommon with rotomolding -- looks darker because it's thicker (less translucent). I have a very similar spot that I can see from the center hatch also. It shouldn't hurt a thing. Enjoy your new boat! 8)
Author:  mmiller [ Fri Jul 31, 2009 8:38 am ]
Post subject:  Re: Lumps and bumps
The is due to material accumulated and dropped from a vent in the mold located where the hatch is cut. Very common to see a lump or thicker patch in this area. We sometimes grind it down a bit if really uneven.
Author:  Borg [ Fri Jul 31, 2009 4:04 pm ]
Post subject:  Re: Lumps and bumps
thanks guys.

expect some pimped out pics in the coming weeks.
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