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Forum: RIBnet North America 08 September 2016, 18:18
Replies: 24
Views: 4,919
Posted By Bodge
Hehe... I love those $30. solutions. Well done!

Hehe... I love those $30. solutions. Well done!
Forum: RIBnet North America 08 September 2016, 17:39
Replies: 24
Views: 4,919
Posted By Bodge
Quite a luxury to have an extra set of tubes! ...

Quite a luxury to have an extra set of tubes!

I have often been shocked at how well tubes clean up after some elbow grease. You are quite luck to have an extra set laying around.

I also like...
Forum: Inflatable boats - SIBs and folding RIBs 08 September 2016, 17:12
Replies: 4
Views: 2,230
Posted By Bodge
Nicely sorted!

Nicely sorted!
Forum: RIBnet North America 08 September 2016, 17:07
Replies: 24
Views: 4,919
Posted By Bodge
Congratulations on your boat, very nice.

Congratulations on your boat, very nice.
Forum: Inflatable boats - SIBs and folding RIBs 08 September 2016, 16:32
Replies: 50
Views: 8,153
Posted By Bodge
Well I measured up and the original transom...

Well I measured up and the original transom height was 15". I raised it to accommodate a 25hp that I had prior to getting this boat.

As for motor selection, I guess it depends on what you plan to...
Forum: Inflatable boats - SIBs and folding RIBs 08 September 2016, 05:13
Replies: 50
Views: 8,153
Posted By Bodge
Oops.. I may have spoken too soon. I had another...

Oops.. I may have spoken too soon. I had another look at your transom and you may just have a long shaft transom.

Ill measure mine tomorrow and give you the original short shaft height for...
Forum: Inflatable boats - SIBs and folding RIBs 08 September 2016, 05:06
Replies: 50
Views: 8,153
Posted By Bodge
Nice boat, looks way newer than what I have....

Nice boat, looks way newer than what I have. There is a guy in Qualicum Beach that does repairs but if its just a few patches you need you can easily do it yourself. I can give you a hand if you...
Forum: Inflatable boats - SIBs and folding RIBs 18 July 2016, 21:27
Replies: 50
Views: 8,153
Posted By Bodge
Great, thanks. I noticed that my used...

Great, thanks.

I noticed that my used bottles tend to crystallize quite quickly when exposed to air. In fact everything happens quickly when mixed up...

Gluing up is truly an art. The more I do...
Forum: Engines & props 18 July 2016, 21:07
Replies: 0
Views: 1,854
Posted By Bodge
DIY Fuel Bladder.

Don't know where to post this.... sorry.

Can I make one, if so what material do I use?

I have access to CMS, Polyurethane and PVC or any other material that would be needed.

Has anyone...
Forum: Inflatable boats - SIBs and folding RIBs 18 July 2016, 19:55
Replies: 50
Views: 8,153
Posted By Bodge
I also use Z7098 and usually stress out when...

I also use Z7098 and usually stress out when mixing it up. I mix up enough to use a whole glass bottle of activator (?) and go from there.

Can I mix less and reseal the glass bottle if I need a...
Forum: Inflatable boats - SIBs and folding RIBs 18 July 2016, 19:35
Replies: 50
Views: 8,153
Posted By Bodge
Thanks Richard. I'm afraid I mess with...

Thanks Richard.

I'm afraid I mess with it...

What length of nap is appropriate for my brush?
Forum: Inflatable boats - SIBs and folding RIBs 18 July 2016, 19:04
Replies: 50
Views: 8,153
Posted By Bodge
I believe I am laying down to much glue when...

I believe I am laying down to much glue when bonding...

Can I thin the glue? I am using a natural bristle brush cut down to about 3/4 inch. Would a shorter nap on the brush be helpful?
Forum: Inflatable boats - SIBs and folding RIBs 18 July 2016, 03:10
Replies: 50
Views: 8,153
Posted By Bodge
There is a definite difference and I'm happy with...

There is a definite difference and I'm happy with the whole setup. I can air down the boat considerably when messing around and the motor stands vertical. Aluminum would be nice but I just used what...
Forum: Inflatable boats - SIBs and folding RIBs 16 July 2016, 21:01
Replies: 50
Views: 8,153
Posted By Bodge
I'm sure a chain or straps would work as well. :)...

I'm sure a chain or straps would work as well. :) I did it because of the age of the boat, perhaps it was not needed but I feel better that it's there.
Forum: Inflatable boats - SIBs and folding RIBs 12 July 2016, 23:18
Replies: 50
Views: 8,153
Posted By Bodge
No problems fixing the transom to the floor. Just...

No problems fixing the transom to the floor. Just plan ahead on what you will be doing and go slow and steady. It seems to have worked out really well and I have no fear bolting my engine on there....
Forum: Inflatable boats - SIBs and folding RIBs 08 May 2016, 16:22
Replies: 31
Views: 5,097
Posted By Bodge
Thank you Richard.

Thank you Richard.
Forum: Inflatable boats - SIBs and folding RIBs 08 May 2016, 03:39
Replies: 31
Views: 5,097
Posted By Bodge
Shopping list....how much do I need?

Wondering how much material I need to complete the following.

Reattach the transom on the C5 using hypalon as suggested. How much CMS is needed to make up all the new bits? Glue will be Z7098
...
Forum: Inflatable boats - SIBs and folding RIBs 06 May 2016, 17:44
Replies: 21
Views: 6,234
Posted By Bodge
Thank you for the instructions and schematics....

Thank you for the instructions and schematics. Valves are all tidy and happy now!!
Forum: Inflatable boats - SIBs and folding RIBs 06 May 2016, 03:25
Replies: 21
Views: 6,234
Posted By Bodge
Seems Zodiac does it a different way and at their...

Seems Zodiac does it a different way and at their retail prices it should be spectacular...
Forum: RIBnet North America 06 May 2016, 03:09
Replies: 125
Views: 29,808
Posted By Bodge
I can see why you are happy with that top.....

I can see why you are happy with that top.....
Forum: Inflatable boats - SIBs and folding RIBs 06 May 2016, 03:01
Replies: 21
Views: 6,234
Posted By Bodge
Wow.... those valves came apart with no effort,...

Wow.... those valves came apart with no effort, way to easy. I'm sure I'll lose some parts to make up for it.....
Forum: Inflatable boats - SIBs and folding RIBs 06 May 2016, 02:00
Replies: 21
Views: 6,234
Posted By Bodge
Looks familiar. Point taken.

Looks familiar. Point taken.
Forum: Inflatable boats - SIBs and folding RIBs 05 May 2016, 19:03
Replies: 21
Views: 6,234
Posted By Bodge
This boat has not seen hardly any use despite its...

This boat has not seen hardly any use despite its age and could pass as a fairly new boat from 6 feet away. Hopefully the valves will cooperate this evening.

On another note....

The thrust...
Forum: Inflatable boats - SIBs and folding RIBs 05 May 2016, 18:28
Replies: 21
Views: 6,234
Posted By Bodge
Ill give it a gentle go this evening and see how...

Ill give it a gentle go this evening and see how I make out. I suspect the valve has not been apart since 1970...
Forum: Inflatable boats - SIBs and folding RIBs 05 May 2016, 15:05
Replies: 21
Views: 6,234
Posted By Bodge
Thank you Richard for the valve schematic, I can...

Thank you Richard for the valve schematic, I can now wrap my head around how that thing works. The assembly is on there pretty tightly so it may have to go to Milpro for assistance. Any ideas on what...
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