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Forum: Inflatable boats - SIBs and folding RIBs 08 August 2019, 22:02
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transom

Thanks Beam and Jeff, appreciate the insight. Yes I am keeping the trailer with bunks. The only time I will be deflated is when it is traveling INSIDE the RV. I would expect bumps to be minimal...
Forum: Inflatable boats - SIBs and folding RIBs 02 August 2019, 23:08
Replies: 15
Views: 1,202
Posted By fordtrbo
Thanks Jeff and others. Jeff, when you said...

Thanks Jeff and others. Jeff, when you said "supported" do you mean the boat sitting on the bunks of my trailer? The Suzuki weighs 97 lbs and will sit on the boat and trailer....hopefully with the...
Forum: Inflatable boats - SIBs and folding RIBs 01 August 2019, 14:29
Replies: 15
Views: 1,202
Posted By fordtrbo
RIB vs SIB

Thanks Mike for the info. The fact is, I already have a trailer (see pic}. I simply want to deflate one tube 50-60% to accommodate a wider boat in the narrow space I had previously mentioned. It...
Forum: Inflatable boats - SIBs and folding RIBs 01 August 2019, 13:25
Replies: 15
Views: 1,202
Posted By fordtrbo
Great news

Thanks for taking the time to respond, Poly and BrvEagle. Sounds like good news for me, I should be able to purchase a nice inflatable with 18 inch tubes. I think a RIB is the way to go, probably...
Forum: Inflatable boats - SIBs and folding RIBs 31 July 2019, 14:27
Replies: 15
Views: 1,202
Posted By fordtrbo
Trying to upgrade to a RIB...close quarters

Hey everyone. As you can see from my pic, I currently travel with my 330 SIB inside my Toyhauler (RV). With my SIB it fits fine, width from outer tube across is 63 inches, 16" tubes. I would like to...
Forum: Inflatable boats - SIBs and folding RIBs 22 September 2018, 01:21
Replies: 23
Views: 5,061
Posted By fordtrbo
Thanks Chopperbill, He has yet to get back out on...

Thanks Chopperbill, He has yet to get back out on the pond but I will pass this info on. Interesting since I owned an air floor 1997 Zodiac Futura and never experienced the "rodeo cowboy bucking"....
Forum: Inflatable boats - SIBs and folding RIBs 20 September 2018, 02:08
Replies: 19
Views: 5,538
Posted By fordtrbo
My Suzuki 20 hp 4-stroke is 44kg....97 lbs in my...

My Suzuki 20 hp 4-stroke is 44kg....97 lbs in my corner of the world. I believe Fenlander has the same motor, he could probably confirm the weight. I can handle it for short distances, (Ford truck...
Forum: Engines & props 19 September 2018, 00:56
Replies: 6
Views: 1,286
Posted By fordtrbo
Used 15 hp Johnson's exclusively in California in...

Used 15 hp Johnson's exclusively in California in the 80's and 90's. Freshwater, saltwater, didn't matter, they were workhorses. I believe they were the same motor as Evinrude, just a different...
Forum: Inflatable boats - SIBs and folding RIBs 09 September 2018, 13:19
Replies: 23
Views: 5,061
Posted By fordtrbo
Thanks for the information, I will pass that...

Thanks for the information, I will pass that along to him. Hopefully that will fix his problem.
Forum: Inflatable boats - SIBs and folding RIBs 08 September 2018, 23:34
Replies: 23
Views: 5,061
Posted By fordtrbo
Saturn 385

I have a buddy that purchased a new Saturn 385 and is having "buckling" issues, if that is a real word. He has a new Suzuki 20 hp and the boat came with air floors. He has inflated it with his...
Forum: Inflatable boats - SIBs and folding RIBs 19 May 2017, 00:59
Replies: 2
Views: 3,375
Posted By fordtrbo
mystery 4-stroke year

Thanks Fenlander for the research, I also "googled" for a couple of hours. It is a 1999 15hp short shaft manual start HONDA. I called Honda and asked! The 2006 cover fooled me, (and the seller)...
Forum: Inflatable boats - SIBs and folding RIBs 18 May 2017, 01:49
Replies: 2
Views: 3,375
Posted By fordtrbo
Honda 15 hp 4-stroke year

Thinking about purchasing a used 4-stroke motor for my zodiac fastroller. Have not seen it in person yet....but the pictures indicate 15 hp 2006 model. The sticker says BF15A. BAAS...
Forum: Inflatable boats - SIBs and folding RIBs 23 April 2017, 15:03
Replies: 15
Views: 2,526
Posted By fordtrbo
Fenlander and Willk, you are spot on. I tried a...

Fenlander and Willk, you are spot on. I tried a 9.9 Mercury 2-stroke and its just ok with 2 people. 3 persons onboard? Too slow. I have now changed my mindset and I am purchasing the 15 hp Suzuki...
Forum: Inflatable boats - SIBs and folding RIBs 19 April 2017, 12:38
Replies: 15
Views: 2,526
Posted By fordtrbo
Thanks Fenlander, I appreciate your post. I have...

Thanks Fenlander, I appreciate your post. I have decided to purchase a new 9.8 Tohatsu since it weighs only 82 lbs. A used 2-stroke (9.9) here in the States, sell for about 500-600 dollars depending...
Forum: Inflatable boats - SIBs and folding RIBs 19 April 2017, 02:17
Replies: 15
Views: 2,526
Posted By fordtrbo
My buddy bought a 13 ft Saturn and put a 4-stroke...

My buddy bought a 13 ft Saturn and put a 4-stroke 20 hp Suzuki on it. The boat says its rated up to 30 hp? Isn't Saturn a Chinese inflatable? No disrespect, but I was surprised it had a max rating...
Forum: Inflatable boats - SIBs and folding RIBs 19 April 2017, 02:09
Replies: 15
Views: 2,526
Posted By fordtrbo
thanks for the feedback guys. The Tohatsu...

thanks for the feedback guys. The Tohatsu 4-stroke 9.8 weighs 82 lbs and the Suzuki's weigh 97 lbs. My only concern is will a 9.8 or 9.9 move my 330m fast enough with 3 bodies? I just sold my 1997...
Forum: Inflatable boats - SIBs and folding RIBs 16 April 2017, 23:53
Replies: 15
Views: 2,526
Posted By fordtrbo
Which outboard should I choose?

Looking to purchase a new Suzuki 4-stroke for my 330 m inflatable. It says the maximum hp is 15. Is that based on weight or torque or both? The reason I am asking is because the 9.9, 15 and 20 hp...
Forum: Inflatable boats - SIBs and folding RIBs 22 June 2016, 13:21
Replies: 3
Views: 1,302
Posted By fordtrbo
Thanks Paintman, I was thinking in that direction...

Thanks Paintman, I was thinking in that direction also. PVC pipe clamped to transom with a cap on bottom. ( I have a sib) I will search google and hopefully find one. Appreciate your response!
Forum: Inflatable boats - SIBs and folding RIBs 22 June 2016, 01:43
Replies: 3
Views: 1,302
Posted By fordtrbo
sturdy adjustable umbrella

Hey guys, I have a 1997 fastroller 380 with a 15hp 2-stroke Yahama. Here in Northern California the summer heat can get fairly brutal, so, I am looking for recommendations for a adjustable umbrella...
Forum: Inflatable boats - SIBs and folding RIBs 15 October 2015, 01:23
Replies: 11
Views: 7,099
Posted By fordtrbo
Blueeyes, I just purchased a portable mount today...

Blueeyes, I just purchased a portable mount today from this Canadian shop. Fish Finder Mounts .com (https://www.fishfindermounts.com) Looks like its great for float tubes, inflatables, etc. Now I...
Forum: Inflatable boats - SIBs and folding RIBs 22 May 2015, 00:07
Replies: 5
Views: 2,983
Posted By fordtrbo
gauge

Richard, you are the man! I appreciate you taking time to help me locate the correct gauge, since mine is a 1997 Zodiac, I think we got it covered!!:dance:
Forum: Inflatable boats - SIBs and folding RIBs 21 May 2015, 00:26
Replies: 5
Views: 2,983
Posted By fordtrbo
Anyone recommend a good quality gauge? Somebody...

Anyone recommend a good quality gauge? Somebody must have one!
Forum: Inflatable boats - SIBs and folding RIBs 20 May 2015, 00:13
Replies: 5
Views: 2,983
Posted By fordtrbo
Zodiac pressure gauge

Where can I purchase a accurate pressure gauge for my 1997 Zodiac Fastroller? Tried a cheap one I purchased online and it did not fit at all. Thanks for your help in advance!!
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