Zodiac G470 f470 fc470

[mdragon]

After not finding much info online about these boats, I decided to start a thread so that others who are interested in these boats or who own these boats can see my set up and post pics of theirs.

I purchased a G470 Zodiac boat from Defender, a U.S. based inflatable boat retailer, a few months ago. I can find very little info about these boats, but own one now, so will be posting anything I learn in the next couple months.

First off, a short shaft outboard will definetely not work. The yamaha 25 short shaft I have was a no go.

So onto the Etec. Pretty satisfied with the Etec 25 I just put on it. I've only put two hours on the boat thus far, but think this motor suits the boat well. I have only used it with just myself aboard and a 6 gallon gas tank, and was hitting max MPH of 27, and able to plane at a mere 12 mph. I'll post MPG when I get more miles on it. It seems anything much bigger on this boat would be a bit insane from a controllability standpoint. It's rated for a 50, which I can't fathom.



Disappointingly, the high pressure floor in the G470 came with a leak around the scuba inflation port. I'll let you know how zodiac's warranty service goes on this. Kind of sucks to buy a brand new zode and already have a leak out of the box. It is small, but annoying because it is new.

All in all, a great boat so far. Waiting for the water to warm up a bit to see how it is to dive out of.

Pics to come.

[martini]

Hi mdragon and welcome

I've recently bought a new FC470, it's still a little way from being launched, see here: linkage

I know what you're saying about lack of information on these boats but there's a few knowledgable people from your side of the pond that post here inc Stephan from Defender, in fact your boat may have been advertised on here by him a while ago.

If you do a search on here you will find a few threads relating to the Milpro boats.

Will be interesting to hear how you get on and look forward to the pics

[jyasaki]

There's a couple of people on the North American forum who have been hawking new Zodiacs. As I recall, one was selling the model you bought. Might have a look there and ask the seller for info.

Luck;

jky

[mdragon]

First pic

[achille2124]

Great boat, your Boston Whaler looks great too.

If you need help on something, I'm a Milpro dealer I'll be glad to help.

For your leak, is it coming from the trump that connects the keel and the floor?

[mdragon]

i like your setup. Wish I got the hypalon model too, but got a good deal on the pvc model.

Originally Posted by martini

Hi mdragon and welcome

I've recently bought a new FC470, it's still a little way from being launched, see here: linkage

I know what you're saying about lack of information on these boats but there's a few knowledgable people from your side of the pond that post here inc Stephan from Defender, in fact your boat may have been advertised on here by him a while ago.

If you do a search on here you will find a few threads relating to the Milpro boats.

Will be interesting to hear how you get on and look forward to the pics

[prairie tuber]

Originally Posted by mdragon

i like your setup. Wish I got the hypalon model too, but got a good deal on the pvc model.

Bear in mind that the PVC model is half the weight of the hypalon version. With an FC 470, you'd probably want a fair bit more than 25 hp to push it. From what I've read, those 25/30 ETECs are pretty remarkable outboards. How are you liking yours so far?

[Newport F470]

I like your whaler too. I'm coming off of 3 whalers (21 Outrade, 13 Anniversary Edition, 22 Revenge), now on to my first Zodiac. Just picked it up last week and get to take out on the water for the first time this weekend. I look forward to submitting many questions here!

[Pelican]

I own two FC 470's and one FC530 with roll up and hard decks. I power the 470 with a 55 HP Johnson Milspec Jet outboard converted to electric start. The 470 with the 55 HP is a total blast and I can't even imagine a better preforming inflatable boat, it handles like a Porsche. I know these boats inside out and became a Zodiac Tech certified at repairing the 470. All my boats are for sale since a recent serious leg injury. See my new webpage with my listing at w w w. zodiac rib .com I'm happy to help anyone with one of these boats so feel free to fire your questions at will.

Will

[engarom]

Anyone knwo where to get a hard deck for one of these? I have the roll up but no hardeck.
Also, need any deck for the FC530