I went to use my 380S today for the first time, put the wheels on, then my 8hp Merc. Started wheeling it to the water (15ft away) and the transom bar bent where the wheel attaches on one side, then a few feet later the other side bent. The sand was a bit soft but I’m shocked this happened. It’s rated for up to a 20hp motor and that lower transom bar just folded inwards… is there a heavy duty version of the transom bars? These clearly have the attachment for the wheels so I assume they’re rated for the weight…
Have you looked at the engine shape of the Tohatsu 15hp? It could possibly have more clearance for the wheels when turning sharp. It looks more tapered back there. I'm curious on how fast the Takacat could with the Tohatsu 6hp and 2 people aboard? I'm think about a 340 with a 5hp propane motor.
Nice videos, bought a 380LX because of your videos
That's awesome, I hope you enjoy yours as much as I do!!! The portability just rocks!!!
I went to use my 380S today for the first time, put the wheels on, then my 8hp Merc. Started wheeling it to the water (15ft away) and the transom bar bent where the wheel attaches on one side, then a few feet later the other side bent. The sand was a bit soft but I’m shocked this happened. It’s rated for up to a 20hp motor and that lower transom bar just folded inwards… is there a heavy duty version of the transom bars? These clearly have the attachment for the wheels so I assume they’re rated for the weight…
Yes, Reach out to any Takacat dealer. The heavy version is what I use also and its much stronger!!! let me know if you need help finding it.
Have you looked at the engine shape of the Tohatsu 15hp? It could possibly have more clearance for the wheels when turning sharp. It looks more tapered back there.
I'm curious on how fast the Takacat could with the Tohatsu 6hp and 2 people aboard? I'm think about a 340 with a 5hp propane motor.
yes, I have a 2021 Tohatsu 6hp and does the same thing.
So, with the 6hp in the 420lx, full throttle, with two people would get me to 10 or 12mhp.
@@deckswateradventures9201 Thanks... how would you rate the quality and durability of the cat overall?
So many people having trouble with the decks leaking. It doesn’t sound like you’ve had this problem?
Not yet but definitely watching for it. Thanks for the heads up.