Re: [Paddlewise] Split Deck/Hull seam--Again! What do you think?

From: Duane Strosaker <strosaker_at_yahoo.com>
Date: Thu, 25 Oct 2007 16:35:32 -0700 (PDT)
Mark,
   
  The last time I checked the QCC website a couple years ago, they bragged about how tough their seam is and were highly critical of how other companies made their seams. Their tough seam and guarantee on it was one of their biggest selling points. I'd demand the kayak be replaced or get a full refund. If they don't like it, they can change the info on their website. I think it's crazy to guarantee a seam, period.
   
  Duane
"No busted seams
  on my S&G's yet,
  but not saying it
  won't happen"
  

Mark Sanders <sandmarks_at_ca.rr.com> wrote:
  Ok, here's a tough one:
My QCC kayak has a new 6 inch split in the hull deck seam. It is about a
foot south of the rear hatch.
On their website, QCC states:

"We are so confident that if the seam on your QCC kayak ever fails we will
simply replace your kayak with a brand new one, period!"

When my first QCC seam split a year and a half ago after 3 years, they sent
me a new boat--two actually, the first having been run into by a forklift at
the trucking company.
Needless to say, they aren't going to be happy when I call!!!

You folks have seen my videos; do you think I'm abusing my boat beyond
what's reasonable? Am I unreasonable to ask them to live up to their
warrantee AGAIN? Should I cram the split with chewing gum and go on my merry
way?

I need the collective conscience of Paddlewise!!!

Mark Sanders
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