Kayak Cart

[RedsProwler]

Here is my simple design for a kayak cart. My first attempt kept sliding off, so I added the tubes through the scupper. Works much better now.

I've attached some instructions for what was built and the cost.

[yakkety yak]

Good instructions, plans and photos. Thanks!

[planohog]

WOW, Great job on the instructions and design of cart.

--tmoore

[Gig'em77]

Superb job of how to make this cart. Thanks!! It's been very helpful.
I've never used a cart before. Would like to have one, though. I will probably opt for adding more cotter pins so I can disassemble it and fit it into the storage bin.

Can you explain something to me, please? What's the best procedure for loading your Prowler 13 onto the cart without putting too much weight onto the wheel axle? I'm trying to visualize how to load, and thought I'd probably have to turn my Drifter on its side, attach the cart, then set the cart and yak upright, wheels first, onto the ground. But I'm thinking doing this would put too much weight on the first wheel to hit the ground.

Thanks for sharing.
Gig'em

[RedsProwler]

Superb job of how to make this cart. Thanks!! It's been very helpful.
I've never used a cart before. Would like to have one, though. I will probably opt for adding more cotter pins so I can disassemble it and fit it into the storage bin.

I think it would be simple enough to not glue the support. Drill a 1/4" or so hole and insert a couple of pins. And dont glue the scupper tubes as well. Just push them in place.

Can you explain something to me, please? What's the best procedure for loading your Prowler 13 onto the cart without putting too much weight onto the wheel axle? I'm trying to visualize how to load, and thought I'd probably have to turn my Drifter on its side, attach the cart, then set the cart and yak upright, wheels first, onto the ground. But I'm thinking doing this would put too much weight on the first wheel to hit the ground.

The prowler has a lift handle at rear. I just pick it up, look through the tankwell scupper holes to get it lined up and set it on the cart. I dont worry about weight on the axle. It's plenty strong enough to take the weight.

[Gig'em77]

Okay. Thanks!!

[CopanoCruisin]

For the Tie down straps, I am looking for the nylon webbing and buckles, in the Corpus Christi area. West marine had some webbing of one size and buckles of another.

[Fin-Addict]

DAMN GOOD WRITE UP! I know I've got some scrap PVC around here.

[CopanoCruisin]

Thanks RedsProwler for the detailed instructions. You was right about checking the cener measurements on the scupper holes, my P-13 was a little different than yours. All I I have left to do is find the webbing & buckles. I haven't had much luck with that in the CC area yet.

[JimD]

YOU can get a world of straps at HD or the kayak straps are 1$ each at Harbor Freight from time to time if you do not want the rachet type.

[RedsProwler]

All I I have left to do is find the webbing & buckles. I haven't had much luck with that in the CC area yet.

Glad it worked out for you. I am finding the cart very handy.

Try a Camping shop like REI or something. I got mine from Whole Earth Provisions, which is a camping/outdooor shop.

[Toolman]

Redsprowler,

Thank you for the detailed instructions. You have saved us all many $$. Super Job.

I purchsed 12' straps at REI yesterday for about $14.00. They have them in a variety of sizes.