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Forum: Inflatable boats - SIBs and folding RIBs 20 June 2019, 23:47
Replies: 20
Views: 3,777
Posted By Ronaldj
I mounted a Bimini on my boat and it’s the best...

I mounted a Bimini on my boat and it’s the best thing I ever did . As soon as I figure out how to upload pictures I can show everybody how I did it
Forum: Inflatable boats - SIBs and folding RIBs 20 June 2019, 23:41
Replies: 11
Views: 2,239
Posted By Ronaldj
I have a friend with a 12 foot sib that uses a...

I have a friend with a 12 foot sib that uses a scuba tank to inflate his Sib with.
I just went to an airfloor and an electric pump which I power with a car jumper box which also powers my electronics
Forum: Inflatable boats - SIBs and folding RIBs 20 June 2019, 23:35
Replies: 14
Views: 2,700
Posted By Ronaldj
Brian I’m on the East Coast and have basically...

Brian
I’m on the East Coast and have basically the same setup.
The problem you are having is the same one most of the sailboat ⛵️ people here have.
Our 5hp 4 stroke outboard weighs 49lbs.
A 15hp...
Forum: Inflatable boats - SIBs and folding RIBs 14 June 2016, 11:47
Replies: 234
Views: 81,739
Posted By Ronaldj
Can you provide us with the actual name of the...

Can you provide us with the actual name of the company and the address please
Is this a Brick and mortar store or internet sales .
I don't see anything but restaurants under the name of Four Seas
Forum: Inflatable boats - SIBs and folding RIBs 28 August 2015, 12:57
Replies: 10
Views: 4,789
Posted By Ronaldj
Zodiac now owns both companies so parts and...

Zodiac now owns both companies so parts and service are going to be the same
Forum: RIBnet North America 05 July 2015, 12:28
Replies: 8
Views: 2,366
Posted By Ronaldj
You need to download a copy of this ...

You need to download a copy of this
https://www.uscgboating.org/images/420.PDF
These regulations override the state regulations for the coastal parts of North America.
The state and or province...
Forum: Inflatable boats - SIBs and folding RIBs 06 June 2015, 20:12
Replies: 37
Views: 6,214
Posted By Ronaldj
Also from the zodiac line The Vhull sibs will...

Also from the zodiac line
The Vhull sibs will be marked as Activ-V
Forum: Inflatable boats - SIBs and folding RIBs 06 June 2015, 20:06
Replies: 37
Views: 6,214
Posted By Ronaldj
I'm not sure what the OP means. I live on the...

I'm not sure what the OP means.
I live on the other side of the Atlantic and my sib has a Vhull
In fact the Zodiac Fast Roller series not only has a high pressure Vhull but a high pressure Airfloor...
Forum: Inflatable boats - SIBs and folding RIBs 29 April 2015, 22:29
Replies: 10
Views: 2,366
Posted By Ronaldj
My logic is that even if I get separated from the...

My logic is that even if I get separated from the boat or loose the toolbox.
I will have a cord to get back to the docks
Forum: Inflatable boats - SIBs and folding RIBs 29 April 2015, 22:13
Replies: 10
Views: 2,366
Posted By Ronaldj
I keep one there also.

I keep one there also.
Forum: Inflatable boats - SIBs and folding RIBs 29 April 2015, 21:54
Replies: 16
Views: 2,597
Posted By Ronaldj
When you flush at home. Make sure you have a...

When you flush at home.
Make sure you have a very large bucket or barrel for the outboard to fit in
You have to have room for the prop and the water cooling.
Under no circumstances run the...
Forum: Inflatable boats - SIBs and folding RIBs 29 April 2015, 21:50
Replies: 10
Views: 2,366
Posted By Ronaldj
I always keep a spare on my life jacket

I always keep a spare on my life jacket
Forum: Inflatable boats - SIBs and folding RIBs 29 April 2015, 21:47
Replies: 7
Views: 4,016
Posted By Ronaldj
You never said what you plan to use the boat for ...

You never said what you plan to use the boat for

I would not buy a 10 to 15 year old PVC boat.
You have no idea how the seams or transom is going to hold up.
Also these boats were built for 2...
Forum: Inflatable boats - SIBs and folding RIBs 20 April 2015, 00:25
Replies: 10
Views: 9,245
Posted By Ronaldj
There are a couple of things you can use. You...

There are a couple of things you can use.
You can use the Marine version of 303 Aerospace Protectant.
It works very well.
I'm in the southeast U.S. And UV rays are a real issue here
We are not...
Forum: Inflatable boats - SIBs and folding RIBs 10 April 2015, 18:49
Replies: 12
Views: 3,164
Posted By Ronaldj
I use two bench seats and the seat bags most of...

I use two bench seats and the seat bags most of the time. In fact I use one of the seat bags for a cooler when I'm out by myself.
If I have help and my boat will be inflated a few days then I use...
Forum: Inflatable boats - SIBs and folding RIBs 10 April 2015, 18:43
Replies: 12
Views: 3,164
Posted By Ronaldj
I have a Zodiac Fastroller 325 that I use it in

I have a Zodiac Fastroller 325 that I use it in
Forum: Inflatable boats - SIBs and folding RIBs 10 April 2015, 14:56
Replies: 12
Views: 3,164
Posted By Ronaldj
I actually live in the U.S. The frame is not...

I actually live in the U.S.
The frame is not that hard to make
I saw a guy with one made out of PVC pipe
With that said you could also use a marine grade cooler and mount your seat on that.
The...
Forum: Inflatable boats - SIBs and folding RIBs 09 April 2015, 09:28
Replies: 12
Views: 3,164
Posted By Ronaldj
The issue is not the frame it is trying to find a...

The issue is not the frame it is trying to find a pedestal to mount the seat on.
Pedestals have speed ratings on them.
The typical rating is 5 to 8 knots.
The frame works well for a fishing...
Forum: Inflatable boats - SIBs and folding RIBs 27 March 2015, 17:52
Replies: 20
Views: 5,497
Posted By Ronaldj
103873 I actually use this as a power...

103873

I actually use this as a power source.
It powers my Bravo pump.
It powers my Lowrance 5
It is backup power for my VHF radio
Forum: Inflatable boats - SIBs and folding RIBs 27 March 2015, 17:48
Replies: 15
Views: 3,468
Posted By Ronaldj
It depends on if it is a 2stroke or 4 stroke. ...

It depends on if it is a 2stroke or 4 stroke.
There is a huge weight difference between the two
If you originally towed a 25hp 2 stroke
You would be unable to even use a 25 hp 4 stroke due to the...
Forum: Inflatable boats - SIBs and folding RIBs 25 March 2015, 10:27
Replies: 20
Views: 5,497
Posted By Ronaldj
£120 to £150 is not ping to get you much new. ...

£120 to £150 is not ping to get you much new.
You should try to get a refurbished unit from Hummingbird or Lowrance
Forum: Inflatable boats - SIBs and folding RIBs 24 March 2015, 15:37
Replies: 10
Views: 6,144
Posted By Ronaldj
I fully understand your reasoning. I also work...

I fully understand your reasoning.
I also work under a weight constraint.
I have a reconstructed should and I'm knocking on 60
It might be helpful to others to actually do a thread on lite weight...
Forum: Inflatable boats - SIBs and folding RIBs 24 March 2015, 14:46
Replies: 20
Views: 5,497
Posted By Ronaldj
I have an elite 5 also. I also have the stand...

I have an elite 5 also.
I also have the stand alone simulation software that goes with it.
The software actually allows you to plot a trip before you actually take it
Forum: Inflatable boats - SIBs and folding RIBs 24 March 2015, 14:43
Replies: 10
Views: 6,144
Posted By Ronaldj
Would you have purchased the boat if you had...

Would you have purchased the boat if you had known up front that it had no inflatable keel?
Most Sibs with air floors have inflatable keels
Forum: Inflatable boats - SIBs and folding RIBs 22 March 2015, 17:15
Replies: 22
Views: 7,292
Posted By Ronaldj
There is a Zodiac Cadet Compact 300 It has the...

There is a Zodiac Cadet Compact 300
It has the fiberglass floor and a folding transom
It is a 3 meter boat
Cost is about 1500£
It folds down to about 7 feet in length, 2 1/2 feet wide, 1 foot...
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