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I am not sure what you mean, or why. Scuppers are designed to drain water from places you do not want it. On a sit-on-top like that they are designed so that water drains out of the cockpit where you are sitting. If you plug them, then the water that does get in will not drain out and you will have to bail/sponge it out or sit in the water.
Inside the scupper holes which can't really be inspected, leaks can be a serious problem. some owner tie a rope thru the scupper holes to attach to a rack or other reason, but when the walls inside the scupper holes 'crack' there's no way to tell. Stand the kayak on end and fill with water. Look for leaks that way, by filling the whole tamale with water and inspect for water leaking out. Probably time to shop for a new one!
feelfree kayak drain plug-threaded from Austin kayak, at about $4, is an exact fit for the eagle talon 12. Threads match so just screw it in. It comes with the female base plate but unless your screws are cross threaded, you won't need that part.
The BEST place to install the drain plug is in the bow of the boat on top, in front of the carry handle. Then you can drain it by flipping it over and lifting the stern in the air. We did this with my son's Vapor 10 and it worked very well.
Bob, my first suggestion would be to look into a transport system such as Hully Rollers or the Hullivator to aid in getting your 'yak onto and off of your vehicle and then using a collapsible kayak dolly that should store neatly in a hatch (or behind your seat if you don't have hatches) to transport your boat to the water.
Also, you could try paddling with groups if there are any in your area. Not only is it safer to paddle with at least two other people (the rule is three: one to get in trouble, one to run for help, and one to point and laugh...or provide aid, whatever), but it's a lot easier to load and move boats using two or more people.
Failing that, I think I would look at a nice fiberglass or carbon fiber boat rather than downgrading to a Pelican Pursuit 80 since you sound like you're on the ocean/in big water. They can be a little pricey, but the used market tends to be rather brisk and good deals abound. Above all, if at all possible, try it before you buy it.
fill the kayak using a hose and the drain-hole. every ocean kayak has a drain-plug. with water going into the shell, any holes will show up. Drain water and use.
I would say the best thing to do would remove the screws/bolts/hardware plug the hole with whatever you took out. and buy a new seat with a higher back. you may need to add those u shaped deck cleats but thats not a big deal
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