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Forum: RIBs & ribbing

20 November 2012, 17:11

Replies: 30

Zodiac tube end of life - what happens

Views: 19,608

Posted By ZodiacDan

For a Zodiac Pro 470, I believe that new PVC...

For a Zodiac Pro 470, I believe that new PVC tubes go for around $4000, Hypalon about $6000 (this is from my dusty memory, can anyone verify this?)

ZodiacDan

Forum: RIBs & ribbing

22 June 2012, 21:04

Replies: 13

Bilge pump - Hole in hull

Views: 5,717

Posted By ZodiacDan

I think you have answered my question for me.....

I think you have answered my question for me.. i.e. I shouldn't go filling the hull with water.

It is a 1999 boat and it looks like it has been used a lot... bottom deck (i.e. underneath) has a...

Forum: RIBs & ribbing

22 June 2012, 18:52

Replies: 30

Zodiac tube end of life - what happens

Views: 19,608

Posted By ZodiacDan

thank you, i will check the baffles. Do I do this...

thank you, i will check the baffles. Do I do this by deflating one chamber and seeing if the neighbouring chamber deflates?

Forum: RIBs & ribbing

22 June 2012, 18:46

Replies: 13

Bilge pump - Hole in hull

Views: 5,717

Posted By ZodiacDan

There are a couple of areas above deck that could...

There are a couple of areas above deck that could be leaking (small screw holes)..

What is the best way to find if there are any leaks in the hull bottom, is it safe to fill (or partly fill) the...

Forum: RIBs & ribbing

22 June 2012, 18:20

Replies: 13

Bilge pump - Hole in hull

Views: 5,717

Posted By ZodiacDan

Are we still talking about boats ? :D

Are we still talking about boats ? :D

Forum: RIBs & ribbing

22 June 2012, 18:19

Replies: 13

Bilge pump - Hole in hull

Views: 5,717

Posted By ZodiacDan

Here is a picture of the pump.

Here is a picture of the pump.

Forum: RIBs & ribbing

21 June 2012, 05:38

Replies: 30

Zodiac tube end of life - what happens

Views: 19,608

Posted By ZodiacDan

So, in theory a RIB should float (and even drive)...

So, in theory a RIB should float (and even drive) in calm water with the tubes deflated?

Could you explain how I would tie the tubes (sounds like a vasectomy :lol:)
Would a tie a rope through the...

Forum: RIBs & ribbing

21 June 2012, 01:29

Replies: 30

Zodiac tube end of life - what happens

Views: 19,608

Posted By ZodiacDan

Hi CaptJack, Thanks for your response. ...

Hi CaptJack,

Thanks for your response.

What is the best way to check the bolt rope? Do I deflate the tube totally and then check where the tube meets the main hull

The only picture I could...

Forum: RIBs & ribbing

20 June 2012, 23:10

Replies: 30

Zodiac tube end of life - what happens

Views: 19,608

Posted By ZodiacDan

I think these must be abrasions then, but there...

I think these must be abrasions then, but there are multiple areas... maybe used as a dive boat? Not sure if you can see from the attached image. I will try to take some better pictures.

I think...

Forum: RIBs & ribbing

20 June 2012, 21:21

Replies: 13

Bilge pump - Hole in hull

Views: 5,717

Posted By ZodiacDan

Hi Spartacus, Yes the boat was a bit of a...

Hi Spartacus,

Yes the boat was a bit of a spontaneous purchase and now I am dealing with the fixer-uppers :willk:

The smaller screw bung that you mention.. it is on the outside of the boat and...

Forum: RIBs & ribbing

20 June 2012, 20:49

Replies: 30

Zodiac tube end of life - what happens

Views: 19,608

Posted By ZodiacDan

Hi Spartacus Thanks for your reply. I will...

Hi Spartacus

Thanks for your reply.
I will take some pics and upload them soon.

The boat is holding air and has no specific area of concern. It is just generally worn and some areas have...

Forum: RIBs & ribbing

20 June 2012, 20:23

Replies: 30

Zodiac tube end of life - what happens

Views: 19,608

Posted By ZodiacDan

Zodiac tube end of life - what happens

Hi fellow RIBers,

I have a 1999 zodiac pro 470 and I have been told by a boat store that the tubes will need to be replaced due to age/sun exposure and that it is dangerous to use the boat as is....

Forum: RIBs & ribbing

20 June 2012, 20:10

Replies: 13

Bilge pump - Hole in hull

Views: 5,717

Posted By ZodiacDan

Bilge pump - Hole in hull

Hi all,

I recently acquired a '99 Zodiac Pro 470.
I am a beginner to boating and RIBs so I have turned to this wonderful forum for knowledge and advice.

The previous owner of this boat seems...

Forum: RIBs & ribbing

20 June 2012, 19:47

Replies: 3

Repairing hole - do I remove tube?

Views: 1,419

Posted By ZodiacDan

Thanks

Thank you very much.. that's a relief.

I am patiently waiting for the right humidity.

Here is a picture of the cleaned area (I masked if off with tape to minimize the MEK marking the rest of...

Forum: RIBs & ribbing

20 June 2012, 08:02

Replies: 3

Repairing hole - do I remove tube?

Views: 1,419

Posted By ZodiacDan

Repairing hole - do I remove tube?

Hi all,

I have recently acquired a 1999 Zodiac Pro 470. - my first RIB :dance:

I have a beginner's question regarding tube repair.

The tube had a slow leak which I have traced to repair...

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