Free Island Updates Announced To Dealers TodayWe have received enough parts to start offering an AKA Lock update. We have also created a furling line guide that helps to prevent the line from getting stuck around the bearing plate. Both kits are available through warranty at no charge.
79520604 AKA LOCK KIT HINGED HOOKThis kit includes 4 sets of aka spring hooks and the aka bearings they lock to. This creates a more positive lock for the aka into the crossbar that is less affected by part distortion or aka twisting motions. This is standard on all new Islands. Instructions:
https://static.hobiecat.com/item_attachments/79520604.pdf
79512101 ISLAND FURLER LINE GUIDE KITKeeps the furling line from getting stuck on the bearing plate. Guides the line up onto the drum when you pull on the furling line. This is standard with all new Islands. Instructions:
https://static.hobiecat.com/item_attachments/79512101.pdf