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Forum: RIBs & ribbing 22 April 2015, 17:55
Replies: 2
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Posted By dij66
sorry to bump this but am desperate for a reply....

sorry to bump this but am desperate for a reply. The boat is back in the water this weekend and I need to know whether to fill the holes or not
Forum: RIBs & ribbing 20 April 2015, 18:27
Replies: 2
Views: 1,706
Posted By dij66
Zodiac ribo 420 screw question

Hello boys and girls,

I have a zodiac ribo 420 whichis the solas version with an orange hull and red tubes.

There are a number of stainless steel screws in cups, they are about 25 - 30mm...
Forum: Engines & props 28 May 2014, 15:16
Replies: 8
Views: 1,979
Posted By dij66
more info max RPM for engine is 5,500, I...

more info

max RPM for engine is 5,500, I have measured the existing prop and as far as i can calculate it comes out at 10 x 17, I think the closest yamaha prop is 10 3/4 x 17?

As I said I am...
Forum: Engines & props 27 May 2014, 10:43
Replies: 8
Views: 1,979
Posted By dij66
hi, only done one sea trial so info lacking....

hi, only done one sea trial so info lacking. Seemed to perform very well 2 up, the issue is the prop is bent and needs replacing, presuming its the original but not sure what size it is.
Forum: Engines & props 27 May 2014, 10:16
Replies: 8
Views: 1,979
Posted By dij66
Prop size for a zodiac 4.2 with a yammy 50

Hi all,

Zodiac 4.2m rib with a yamaha 1990 50hp 2 stroke long shaft.

Need to change the prop, really want overall good performance rather than acceleration, top speed etc.

Boat will be used...
Forum: RIBs & ribbing 02 May 2014, 07:24
Replies: 2
Views: 1,424
Posted By dij66
Mounting A frame on rear of rib transom

had a couple of questions about mounting the a frame on the back of my zodiac 4.2. Have attached some pics, this is the one that is available on e-bay.

It comes with pre-drilled holes and 12mm...
Forum: RIB gallery 26 April 2014, 08:37
Replies: 3
Views: 1,518
Posted By dij66
Zodiac 4.2m ready for water!!

This is my Zodiac that I have spent the last 4 months refurbishing, it is an ex safety boat from a super yacht and is in fantastic condition. The console is from a futura and the engine is a long...
Forum: RIBs & ribbing 27 January 2014, 19:31
Replies: 10
Views: 2,744
Posted By dij66
chaps, thanks for all the insurance stuff, think...

chaps, thanks for all the insurance stuff, think i get it now.

Be interested in any replies to question about converting short to long or selling short buying long.

thanks rib teccie!
Forum: RIBs & ribbing 27 January 2014, 19:11
Replies: 10
Views: 2,744
Posted By dij66
cheers dude, that's very helpful...

cheers dude, that's very helpful...
Forum: RIBs & ribbing 27 January 2014, 18:18
Replies: 10
Views: 2,744
Posted By dij66
ok, the issue i have is this..... i have a...

ok, the issue i have is this.....

i have a yammy 2 stroke 50 hp short shaft, i need a long shaft. Had a quote of about £400-£500 to convert to long so just trying to weigh up options as I have the...
Forum: RIBs & ribbing 27 January 2014, 17:51
Replies: 10
Views: 2,744
Posted By dij66
zodiac pro 7 4.2m rib engine size

fairly straightforward question i think....

Can i run a mariner 55 hp 2 stroke on my zodiac? it is within the transom weight but over the recommended hp.

Ta muchly
Forum: Inflatable boats - SIBs and folding RIBs 23 January 2014, 11:16
Replies: 11
Views: 3,900
Posted By dij66
up date

just to bring you all up to date, Futura fully done but not trialled, patching the end of the speed tubes was a nightmare and frankly looks like a dogs dinner!! However still confident they will work...
Forum: Engines & props 14 November 2013, 06:00
Replies: 10
Views: 2,180
Posted By dij66
thanks for the feedback, I will further...

thanks for the feedback, I will further investigate and poss put a piccy up.
Forum: Engines & props 12 November 2013, 10:27
Replies: 10
Views: 2,180
Posted By dij66
Its not the tach cable, so what is it?

Please forgive my ignorance, there is a square drive cable coming from the steering wheel which has broken, any ideas what it is? The steering is hydraulic and works fine. Ta
Forum: Engines & props 12 November 2013, 07:45
Replies: 1
Views: 1,634
Posted By dij66
yamaha 50 DEO tachometer cable

Morning, I have a 2 stroke yamaha 50 DEO outboard with remote controls, I am trying to source a replacement tachometer cable and would welcome any pointers.

Ta
Forum: Inflatable boats - SIBs and folding RIBs 22 October 2013, 08:12
Replies: 11
Views: 3,900
Posted By dij66
top banana!

cheers spartacus! :):) now off to give it a go, glued the new keel in yesterday so should be cured by now.

Pete, the boat will be permanently trailered as it has the steering console, may remove...
Forum: Inflatable boats - SIBs and folding RIBs 21 October 2013, 08:53
Replies: 11
Views: 3,900
Posted By dij66
have decided it's worth repairing as the speed...

have decided it's worth repairing as the speed tubes are the only dodgy bit, worst comes to the worst I can cut them off and have a normal sib!

Progress so far

Speed tubes - As mine are the...
Forum: Inflatable boats - SIBs and folding RIBs 14 September 2013, 16:16
Replies: 9
Views: 7,346
Posted By dij66
thanks for all the help peeps, going to run with...

thanks for all the help peeps, going to run with them deflated and go from there.
Forum: Inflatable boats - SIBs and folding RIBs 14 September 2013, 10:37
Replies: 9
Views: 7,346
Posted By dij66
how do you think the boat would handle if I...

how do you think the boat would handle if I removed the speed tubes completely? it would cost over £600 to replace them and I only paid £200 for the boat, trailer and 50hp engine
Forum: Inflatable boats - SIBs and folding RIBs 13 September 2013, 08:52
Replies: 9
Views: 7,346
Posted By dij66
zodiac futura speed tubes

Hi, trying to further my quest of getting my futura on the water!

I have a futura mkii with the fixed speed tubes which are not good, leaks around the valves and at the ends, this is the one with...
Forum: Say Hello | New Member Introductions 07 September 2013, 07:43
Replies: 0
Views: 1,106
Posted By dij66
Hi from Norfolk

Posted already and forgot to introduce myself. We run Avon 4m workboats as rescue craft at work and I have just purchased a Zodiac Futura mkii sport for fun, it is powered by a yamaha 50hp 2 stroke,...
Forum: Inflatable boats - SIBs and folding RIBs 06 September 2013, 13:20
Replies: 11
Views: 3,900
Posted By dij66
Zodiac futura

Good afternoon

I have just bought a zodiac futura mkii. All the main chambers are sound and a section of the floor needs repairing.

My main hassle is the speed tubes, both leak from where the...
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