Have a paddle boat and after its in the water, it takes on water, and gets lower in the water. No visible scars or scrapes.

Its vary exciting to go for kakayk fishing, But you have to know some tips for your safety. Here i give some tips when you go for kayak fishing.

• Be aware of weather conditions and water temperature. Prepare for changes in weather and the possibility of a capsize. If paddling in cold water, a wet suit or dry suit can keep you warm and comfortable. In warm weather, a long sleeve shirt can provide sun protection.
• Invest in appropriate clothing for your climate. One advantage of sit-inside kayaks is that you can shield yourself from some of the elements, while sit-on-tops leave you more exposed. Dress for the day.
• Beware of off-shore winds that make it difficult to return to shore.
• Always follow the boating rules of the area you're in.
• Never mix alcohol or drugs (prescription or non-prescription) with boating.
• Never exceed the weight capacity of your boat and always check your equipment for wear and tear before you paddle.
• Seek qualified instruction to learn proper paddling techniques, water safety and basic first aid.
• Brush up on self-rescue first in calm, warm, shallow water, and again in more extreme conditions.
• Tell someone your paddle plan, which includes: where you are going, what you will be doing, how long you expect to be gone and how many people are in your party. Then stick to your plan.
• Paddling in the surf zone or in rivers can be dangerous. Always wear a helmet.
• Stay hydrated. Always bring plenty of water and food.

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All kits use the same plastic and chemicals so your only real course here is have a professional repair it.

Yes. Paddle boats can be sued on any body of water as long as it is safe to do so. Always wear a personal floating device when paddle boating for added safety.

The best way to know is to disassemble the water pump. If the impeller waves stays bended after dismounting, it's best to change the impeller. If there are no signe of overheat or deep scratches, you can reuse the housing and the lower pump plate. It's possible that you need to polish the lower plate and the inside of the housing. Sometimes there is a fine layer of salt/chalk on the parts.
This will disappear with vinegar...

I used ABS, PVC combination plumbers glue, the kind they use to put plastic waste pipe together, to patch up 2 small holes in my plastic pelican boat. It seems to melt on, so far so good

get the kit from boat shop all it takes is four bolts and remove the lower housing.. when you put the impeller in... flex the blade the same way take a photo before you take it apart...inside get a new gasket for between the upper and lower housing too...

in the nose of the boat right next to the handle theres a funny looking switch if you stand the boat on its nose and flip the switch it will let the water out.
But...in my personal opinion it keeps the hull a little lower to the water and the paddles deeper...

You could take off the lower unit and leave the boat home. All they need is the bottom. The propshaft seal can be cut from fishing line. There should be another seal on the shift assembly and a third on the powershaft. Some you could do, but the shop can pressure test before and replace only what you need. Then pressure test after the repair to verify it seals.

You can, but it's all about compromise ? and safety. Generally, the shorter the boat the easier it will turn (great for rivers and white water), but the slower you'll be getting from point A to point B. The longer the boat (most sea kayaks) the better it generally tracks and the faster and safer it travels through water.