well i just called clam and they are sending a new base at no charge. I guess that they have had a few calls on the bases for the clam 2000 and i guess that a few bases that where manufactured where not the best. So my new base should be here soon. Like everyone said great service, very understanding and helpfull. Well i guess that solves my base issue, once again iceshanty.com to the rescue and the Clam Corp with another home run in the world of ice fishing!!!!!!
Thanks again for everones help.