Faulty J-bolts on Yakima rack? - Kayak Fishing Adventures on Big Water’s Edge

mrJB · 10-08-2015, 01:41 PM

Even though Yakima is based in Washington, I wouldn't be surprised if they are now outsourcing some parts (i.e.,China). Wouldn't want a failure while underway...

Don't know if they would be stronger, but you might want to cut down some trailer "U-bolts" and give it some stress and check before mounting. Beyond that, you could go to a machine shop and have them make you a set out of grade 5 or 8 steel...

10-08-2015, 01:41 PM	#6
mrJB Senior Member Join Date: Feb 2007 Location: O.C. Posts: 352	Even though Yakima is based in Washington, I wouldn't be surprised if they are now outsourcing some parts (i.e.,China). Wouldn't want a failure while underway... Don't know if they would be stronger, but you might want to cut down some trailer "U-bolts" and give it some stress and check before mounting. Beyond that, you could go to a machine shop and have them make you a set out of grade 5 or 8 steel... __________________ "I Brake for Halibut"