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Forum: RIBnet North America 18 July 2014, 15:57
Replies: 79
Views: 22,064
Posted By F470
You're right. I just heard back from them. Back...

You're right. I just heard back from them. Back to the drawing board. I would live to see what are willing to share but I am booked today. I will send you a PM with email address, if you have time to...
Forum: RIBnet North America 18 July 2014, 02:54
Replies: 79
Views: 22,064
Posted By F470
I'm running out of time so I have decided to buy...

I'm running out of time so I have decided to buy a jack plate instead. I'm looking at the Detwiler D1000 (JP1040)...
Forum: RIBnet North America 13 July 2014, 01:27
Replies: 79
Views: 22,064
Posted By F470
I have quite a few patents. Its been a fun...

I have quite a few patents. Its been a fun exercise but I don't think this one is worth the investment in terms of patent. There are a lot of solutions out there but none are specific to FC-470's so...
Forum: RIBnet North America 11 July 2014, 16:01
Replies: 79
Views: 22,064
Posted By F470
Doh! I finally see what you're saying. I can't...

Doh! I finally see what you're saying. I can't believe I haven't caught this until now. Of course the adjustment level is limited to the range of that slot otherwise I would have to drill more holes...
Forum: RIBnet North America 10 July 2014, 20:23
Replies: 79
Views: 22,064
Posted By F470
I can't check the motor until tomorrow but as far...

I can't check the motor until tomorrow but as far as I recall there are only two holes on the motor meant for bolt mounting. Two holes in addition to the two clamps. So unless I am mistaken I am...
Forum: RIBnet North America 09 July 2014, 23:23
Replies: 79
Views: 22,064
Posted By F470
I addressed the bolts that were too close to each...

I addressed the bolts that were too close to each other. As is there are 6 x 3/8" bolts going through the transom. Is that sufficient? If I go up in size it'll interfere with the adjustability...
Forum: RIBnet North America 09 July 2014, 19:57
Replies: 79
Views: 22,064
Posted By F470
Here's where I landed. Thanks for all the input....

Here's where I landed. Thanks for all the input. At 0.75" increments with 3/8" bolts there will be enough distance to fit a open end wrench but not a box wrench or socket. At 1" increments you can...
Forum: RIBnet North America 09 July 2014, 17:23
Replies: 79
Views: 22,064
Posted By F470
Determining Shaft length on a Zodiac FC470

True. It is an experiment.
Forum: RIBnet North America 09 July 2014, 16:26
Replies: 79
Views: 22,064
Posted By F470
The ones in the CAD model are 5/16". Too small? I...

The ones in the CAD model are 5/16". Too small? I use larger ones for the ones that don't hold the motor down as I am limited by what can pass through the motor mount holes.
Forum: RIBnet North America 09 July 2014, 16:23
Replies: 79
Views: 22,064
Posted By F470
Thanks! I like the idea of 0.75" increments. 0.5"...

Thanks! I like the idea of 0.75" increments. 0.5" seems small. You mentioned +0.25". Would you really want the AV to be slightly above the the hull on a Zodiac?
Forum: RIBnet North America 09 July 2014, 04:09
Replies: 79
Views: 22,064
Posted By F470
I don't know what he has other than judging from...

I don't know what he has other than judging from the picture it looks like about 0.5" below the hull.
Forum: RIBnet North America 09 July 2014, 03:58
Replies: 79
Views: 22,064
Posted By F470
Here's a screenshot of the adjustable transom...

Here's a screenshot of the adjustable transom riser. Shown here with a 0", 1" and 2" drop of AV plate below hull.
Forum: RIBnet North America 09 July 2014, 02:33
Replies: 79
Views: 22,064
Posted By F470
Or option d) 0", 1" and 2".

Or option d) 0", 1" and 2".
Forum: RIBnet North America 09 July 2014, 02:31
Replies: 79
Views: 22,064
Posted By F470
Determining Shaft length on a Zodiac FC470

I'm considering making it adjustable with 3 half inch steps. What height do you think should be the neutral position? Should the neutral position be flush AV plate/hull or 1" below? I know on a...
Forum: RIBnet North America 07 July 2014, 20:29
Replies: 79
Views: 22,064
Posted By F470
Thanks for the input. My AV plate is currently...

Thanks for the input. My AV plate is currently 4.75" below the hull. If I raise the motor per drawings (4.375") it will be 0.4" below the hull. I suppose I could have it slightly lower (0.75" below)...
Forum: RIBnet North America 27 June 2014, 23:26
Replies: 79
Views: 22,064
Posted By F470
So you're saying that at neutral trim (meaning...

So you're saying that at neutral trim (meaning boat is on a plane?) the AV (Anti Cavitation) Plate may rise an inch? So in that even I should probably reduce the overall height of the riser plate by...
Forum: RIBnet North America 27 June 2014, 22:23
Replies: 79
Views: 22,064
Posted By F470
The clamps should fit as the opening is closer to...

The clamps should fit as the opening is closer to 2.75" but I will of course double check to make sure. I'm not sure if I have the height dimensions correct. As currently measured the cav plate is...
Forum: RIBnet North America 27 June 2014, 19:50
Replies: 79
Views: 22,064
Posted By F470
I updated the design. Made it 0.25" aluminum with...

I updated the design. Made it 0.25" aluminum with 2" x 4" rectangular extrusion inside. I also added the Motor clamp to get an idea of layout and position. 4 additional holes to secure the riser for...
Forum: RIBnet North America 26 June 2014, 23:00
Replies: 79
Views: 22,064
Posted By F470
Yep. I plan to use the same bolt pattern as the...

Yep. I plan to use the same bolt pattern as the engine mount and two additional ones. Not sure I understand what you meant past that first sentence...
Forum: RIBnet North America 26 June 2014, 21:40
Replies: 79
Views: 22,064
Posted By F470
I think I'll skip the adjustability aspect. In...

I think I'll skip the adjustability aspect. In the unlikely event I can always as you say trim it later.
Forum: RIBnet North America 26 June 2014, 20:16
Replies: 79
Views: 22,064
Posted By F470
The motor only has one pair of mounting holes but...

The motor only has one pair of mounting holes but the idea was that by switching out the insert inside the transom riser I could adjust the angle. I plan to remove the sacrificial plate and the...
Forum: RIBnet North America 26 June 2014, 19:39
Replies: 79
Views: 22,064
Posted By F470
Transom Riser Fabrication

I have decided to design and fabricate a transom riser. So what is the optimal location for the cavity plate on a Zodiac F/FC-470? Is it exactly flush with the keel or is it 1/2 - 1" below? If it is...
Forum: RIBnet North America 24 March 2014, 01:20
Replies: 79
Views: 22,064
Posted By F470
So I ended up replacing the short shaft with a...

So I ended up replacing the short shaft with a long shaft (or extra long shaft, can't quite tell) Suzuki DT-40. The DT-40 sits about 4.75" below the keel. I've noticed excessive splashing and fuel...
Forum: RIBnet North America 12 June 2013, 22:33
Replies: 79
Views: 22,064
Posted By F470
It's from CA. I am in Gig Harbor from time to...

It's from CA. I am in Gig Harbor from time to time so I'll let you know when I take the boat up there.
Forum: RIBnet North America 12 June 2013, 22:30
Replies: 79
Views: 22,064
Posted By F470
Mine measured 18.5" top to bottom centered. It's...

Mine measured 18.5" top to bottom centered. It's actually an FC470 and its a 2004 model. Thanks for the explanation.
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