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    New Intex Excursion Pro Mods

    Those are some serious upgrades jameshunt. At least we both know that these kayaks are well built. You must be just flying with that Minn Kota. I upgraded the paddle to a Carlisle Magic Mystic 230cms. Added a Scotty fly rod mount on the bar. Purchased a Fox40 Rescue Throw Bag and marine safety...
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    Intex Mariner 4 modifications and Tips

    We've had a few things going on this year. Haven't had a chance to get out yet. Hoping to get out once the mountain spring run-off recedes a bit. It does work great hauling it around the parking lot. I tried to tip it over but wasn't sucessful. Prior to building the dolly/bench, I used my kayak...
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    Intex Mariner 4 modifications and Tips

    I have no issues rowing (solo) my M4 on the Bow river (Calgary, AB). It's very stable, gets me around and handles class 1 waters without any issues. For lakes, I prefer using my Intex K2 Excursion Pro which is made from the same material as the M4.
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    Intex Mariner 4 modifications and Tips

    I got rid of the factory floor completely. My three piece floor fits perfectly flush under the air chambers. There's no give when I walk on it. It's solid. All I do is partly inflate the four air chambers (not the keel), then tuck the three boards in. Then, making sure the keel access hole is...
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    Intex Mariner 4 modifications and Tips

    Oar mods: One solid piece Inspired by posts from Starkonian and 300winmag, I decided to ditch the flimsy plastic oar connectors and make one piece solid oars. I wanted to increase the length of the oars from 54'' to 60'', so I replaced each of the shorter sections with a longer piece on each...
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    Intex Mariner 4 modifications and Tips

    I'd like to give credit to Loop_Dad, who posted back in Sept 2012, showing info about the two wheel dolly he built. Our boat launches here get quite busy at times, so I was looking for something that would make it easier for me to haul my boat in & out of the water quickly so others could get in...
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    Intex Mariner 4 modifications and Tips

    Thanks to everyone throughout the years who have shared with us their great tips & ideas on how to modify our M4's. I'd like to share a few pictures of my 3 piece 5/8'' plywood non-slip painted floors. I've been using these for a few years now and they work well for me. I weigh 240lbs and they...
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    Intex Mariner 4 modifications and Tips

    I mainly use my M4 when I fly fish & drift down the Bow River in Calgary. I know others find the rod holders useful but when I'd hop in & out of the boat I found they just got in the way, so I carefully cut them off with my oscillating tool and recycled the materials. It also folds much easier now.
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