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Congratulations on purchasing the YakAttack TowNStow Bunkster Kayak Cart. During our design process that resulted in the BarCart, there were other concepts that were too good to ignore. The Bunkster is a simplified version of the BarCart that is less feature-rich but has many of the same components. From push button wheel removal, to dual kickstands, the two products are similar in many ways. The main difference will be the bunk uprights. The BarCart has collapsible uprights, longer bars, works in the roof rack and bunk orientation, and packs down to a smaller size, while the Bunkster features non-folding uprights fixed in the bunk orientation. This page combines all of the information included with your kayak cart and also includes all of the videos from our Quick Start playlist. To get set up, follow the instructions below, watch the Quick Start videos, view the fitment guide, and, as always, feel free to reach out to us at 434-392-3233 or support@yakattack.us if you have any questions.

INTENDED USE

The TowNStow Bunkster is designed for transportation over long distances at walking speeds. It is not designed to be towed by any other means, including motor vehicles, ATVs, bicycles, or any method that can exceed 5 miles per hour.

MAINTENANCE

The TowNStow Bunkster requires very little maintenance, but to maximize its performance and longevity, we recommend cleaning and lubricating the wheel and hub assemblies annually, or about every 20 miles, with a grease that does not react adversely to plastic, such as a silicone grease.

In the box you will find major 5 parts; 2 wheels, 2 Bunkster uprights, and 1 axle; and a bag with 4 rubber bunk pads

1. Remove the axle from the box and install the upright bunks. Disengage the ORANGE Position Detent Lever on the bunk upright by rotating it to the side to keep it unlocked. Align the square hole in the upright bunk with the axle and slide it onto the axle with the PDS lever facing the center tie down point and the numbered position holes on the axle facing up. Repeat for both sides.

2. Attach the wheels. Align the square axle receiver in the hub with the axle, paying attention to the orientation of the tie down slot integrated into the end of the hub. Slide the hub onto the axle until the hub retainer snaps into place, securing the wheel and hub to the axle. To remove the wheels, press down on the ORANGE Wheel Release Button behind the wheel hub and pull.

3.Attach the rubber bunk pads. Align the Bunk Pad and the ORANGE Bunk Pad Retaining Clips with the indentions on the top of the Bunkster upright. Press down until the two Retaining Clips on Bunk Pad snap into place. Repeat for all four bunk pads.

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Bunkster Quick Start Guide Videos

Part 1 – Installing the Bunkster Uprights

In this video of our TowNStow Bunkster Quick Start video series, we show you how to install the Bunkster uprights and how to use the Position Detent Lever.

To install the Bunkster uprights, first disengage the ORANGE Position Detent Lever on the bunk upright by rotating it to the side to keep it unlocked. Align the square hole in the upright bunk with the axle and slide it onto the axle with the PDS lever facing the center tie down point and the numbered position holes on the axle facing up. Once you have the upright on the axle select your width position and re-engage the PDS lever allowing it to lock in place on the axle. Repeat for both sides.

Part 2 - Wheel Installation and Removal

In this video of our TowNStow Bunkster Quick Start video series, we show you how to install and remove the wheels on your Bunkster.

To install the wheels on the TowNStow Bunkster, line up the square hole in the wheel hub on the back of the wheel with the square end of the axle and press them on until they snap in place. If you intend to use the tie-down points on the end of the axle, make sure the slot is parallel to the axle. To remove your wheel, depress the orange button on the axle behind the wheel hub and pull.

Part 3 – Attaching the Rubber Bunk Pads

In this video of our TowNStow Bunkster Quick Start video series, we show you how to attach the four Rubber Bunk Pads include with your Bunkster.

To attach the rubber bunk pads, align the Bunk Pad and the ORANGE Bunk Pad Retaining Clips with the indentions on the top of the Bunkster upright. Press down until the two Retaining Clips on Bunk Pad snap into place. Repeat for all four bunk pads.