We'll have to have Valiant start a kayaking forum.
nice little ride splinter.
Spare; I've seen guys make up some legs out of 3/4" PVC pipe to raise the crate up high enough to clear the well. Just use plastic cable ties to connect to the crate.
Go to
www.kayakfishingstuff.com lots of pics and ideas. Some write ups to read. It'll keep you busy for quite some time.