The Plastic Hull and founder Matt Trucks have been featured on Kayak Angler TV. Check out Scott MacGregor founder of Kayak Angler TV and his coverage of my Jackson Kayak Big Rig rigging at the Jersey Paddle Sports expo 2015!! Going over gear such as the Ecoxgear Ecorox – Waterproof Bluetooth SpeakerBending Branches Navigator Paddle, the Lowrance Elite 5 Chirp Chart Plotter and Sonar, and the Torqeedo Ultralight 403 along with its integration to the Big Rig.

 

Upgrading a 2014 Big Rig to 2015 status is pretty simple! A few modifications have been introduced on the new 2015 Big Rig. These upgrades can be purchased from your local Jackson Kayak dealer or from the Jackson Kayak online store.

The new additions include:

  1. All new Seadek style adhesive Deck Pad.
  2. Upgraded leaning post Grip Shrink pads.
  3. The brand new Elite 2.0 seat with Thermarest back support.
  4. The brand new CAM style seat latching system which can be applied to the 2014 model.
  5. Upgraded all deck rigging bungee to yellow.

Installing the deck pad:

Prior to installing the deck pad clean the deck thoroughly. Let dry completely then wipe down with rubbing alcohol and again let dry completely. The install should be done when it is warm out above 50 degrees but under 80 degrees Fahrenheit.

Using a sharpie marker align the deck pad and mark the corners where it aligns with all scupper holes. Peel back the paper that covered the adhesive align with your markings and press down firmly. The adhesive is very sticky so you really only have 1 shot.

Upgrading the leaning post pads:

leaning post upgradeYou’ll need a heat gun for this operation and a razor blade for cutting the Grip Shrink. The standard grip size on the 2015 Big Rig are (2x) 4″ for the sides and (1) 9″ for the top center. Cut accordingly.  Remove the leaning post from the kayak. Remove one support brace. Slide on one 4″ piece first. position it where you would like it to be on the side with the support brace that you did not remove. Heat and shrink it in place. Repeat the same step with the 8″ piece centering it on the top portion of the bar. Once complete replace the support brace and using Loktite on the bolt that it swivels on. Reattach it to the kayak and your 2015 leaning post is complete!

Updating to the new Elite 2.0 Seat:

I am hoping replacing the seat eliminates the creaking I used to experience with the original seat. The new Elite 2.0 seat fits the 2014 Big Rig but requires the Cam seat latch system.

cam lockCam Conversion Kit:

The cam conversion it is a easy install. It includes the star hex bit for removing the screws that secure the security bar. Simply remove one screw and loosen the other enough to slide on the loop of the cam strap. Make sure the cam lever is facing the bow. Tighten and the install is complete!

Yak Chum’s Personal 2014 Jackson Kayak Big Rig in Detail:

2014 Jackson Kayak BIG RIG in Green Hornet Color:Me BR Smile (Large)

Rigging:

Rigged for Lowrance Elite 5 Fishfinder or Elite 5 TI series with scupper Transducer Install

Torqeedo Ultralight 403 Installed With RAM Mounted Throttle Controller Unit

Gear Track Mounted Bait Cutting Board

Paddle Used:

Bending Branches Angler Pro in Sea foam Green 250 cm

Accessories Used:

My 2015 Upgrades:

  • Jackson Elite 2.0 Seat with RealtreeMAX5 Camo seat cover
  • Cam lock seat mounting strap
  • Leaning post pads
  • Rubber Adhesive deck pad

My 2016 Upgrades:

  • 2016 Jackson Kayak Routed dual layer foam deck pad
  • Added Line Cutterz to Seat
  • Lowrance Elite 5 TI Totalscan Install

Big Rig Detail

 

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