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openings in the gunwale channels closest to bow and stern are for the short rods marked "A"
shown in point #6. Each cross rib is connected at 3 points – at the keel and each gunwale. First
pay attention to the connection to the keel. The plastic clip at the center of the cross rib has an
open side. The open side should face into the latch clip that is attached to the keel (if it does
not, please turn the cross rib around 180 degrees).
5. The plastic clips that connect the cross ribs to the gunwales have a locking function. To unlock,
as you install more cross ribs). Make sure the bottom of the bow stem
is centered in the skin. Lock the clips at the tops of the rib by turning
the locking sleeves so that they are aligned with the sides of the
Quest. Working towards both ends, install the rest of the cross ribs. Note: Rib #2A is closer to
the bow, and rib #2B is closer to the stern.
6. Two short "A" rods (see picture on right) get added between the
gunwales and the keel near the bow and stern. The locking C-clip
should engage the gunwale, and the simple C-clip should engage the
keel. Unlock the Locking C-clip and connect the rod to a gunwale
through the opening in the kayak skin. Connect the other end to the
keel. If it is tight, move the bottom (keel) end back so the rod is at an
angle. Then connect to the keel and push the bottom end forward so it
is perpendicular to the gunwale. Lock the Locking clip. Repeat with
the other support rod on the other side. Repeat with the two rods at
the other end of the hull.
engage the seat brackets. Place the seat on the seat rail as illustrated with the inflatable pad
facing forward, and place the other seat rail on the opposite side of the seat. Pivot the seat and
side rail down so the side rail snaps into brackets on the cross ribs. Lock into place by moving
turn the locking sleeve so that the locking "wing" points into the boat
at about 45 degree angle. Starting at the center, insert the top of the
cross rib through an opening in the gunwale channel and clip it to the
gunwale. Repeat on the opposite side of the
Quest. Clip the center to the keel rod and
secure with the elastic band (the keel rod
will not be straight at first, but it straightens
7. 7. Install one of the seat side rails into the
brackets on the cross ribs. (The center of the
side rail should be behind the center cross rib).
Move the plastic rings towards the center to
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