WATERCRAFT REPAIRS
We all have those moments that lead to repairs - a mistimed shore dump, a transport drama, hidden underwater snags, kids learning to reverse a car; the list goes on. Luckily the beauty of kayaks and skis, in particular composite ones, is that they are almost infinitely repairable.
We can work with fiberglass, carbon and kevlar layups and can make repairs to polyester, vinylester and epoxy resin builds. We can cater for a range of watercraft - not just fishing skis! Whether it's just a cosmetic touch up for an upcoming sale, a leak, or something more structural, we can organise quality repairs to get you back on the water without breaking the bank.
FITOUT & INSTALLS
Having gained the hindsight of a large number of ski and kayak fit-outs, we can offer practical advice on how to go about setting up your new purchase for the water. If you don't have the tools, or just aren't keen to be the one that drills the first hole in your shiny new ski, Xplora Watercraft can fit and install most kayak accessories to get you up and running. For installs we recommend sourcing the required parts and then dropping off your boat & parts together.
Kayak Fishing Installs:
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Lights for night-time paddling
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Fitting fish finder head units (flush mount or base mounted)
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Transducer install (thru-hull and external)
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Extra flush mount rod holders
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Anchor trolley systems
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Cleats
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Storage caddies
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Battery boxes
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Kayak lighting for snapper season
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Deck hardware
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Inspection ports/transducer access
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Extra/replacement kayak handles
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Accessory mounts & bases
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Custom brackets and parts
Expedition Sea Kayaks:
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Bulkhead/seam reinforcement
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Bilge pumps & skin fittings
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Aftermarket foot pedal systems
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Day hatches
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Deck reinforcement
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Kayak sailing kit installs
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Rudder/skeg installs
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Deck hardware
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Thigh braces
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Seat/backrest replacement
If you need help drop us a line - if we can't do it ourselves, we can usually put you in contact with someone who can!
The type of work we do:
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Transport damage
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Spider (stress) cracks
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De-lamination
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Rudder chips
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Rudder line replacement
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Seam repairs
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Warranty repairs
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Cockpit damage
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Keel wear
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Deck cracks
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Leaky bulkheads
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Water ingress
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Bow rebuilds
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Handle replacement
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Foot brace repairs
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Drop damage
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Impact damage
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Hardware replacement
The price for your job will vary based on the time & parts required to complete the job, our workshop rate is $80+GST p/h, with all watercraft repairs subject to the minimum workshop fee of two labour hours. If you would like an estimate on how long a composite repair might take, send through some photos or better yet organise a time to drop by with your watercraft so we can have a proprer look!
