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Forum: RIBs for sale and wanted in the US and Canada 19 August 2018, 16:03
Replies: 6
For Sale: Zodiac Grand Raid
Views: 1,541
Posted By Projectile
Oh that is a lovely SIB. What year?

Oh that is a lovely SIB. What year?
Forum: Say Hello | New Member Introductions 07 May 2018, 21:32
Replies: 6
Views: 2,332
Posted By Projectile
If you can find a gauge, the manufacturer...

If you can find a gauge, the manufacturer suggested amount was 240-280 mbar if I remember correctly. It always softens up in the water. Most people under inflate.
Forum: Say Hello | New Member Introductions 23 November 2017, 15:45
Replies: 6
Views: 2,332
Posted By Projectile
A beautiful hypalon Mark III!

A beautiful hypalon Mark III!
Forum: Engines & props 16 November 2017, 23:23
Replies: 20
Views: 12,071
Posted By Projectile
I think it would fly. But much depends on whether...

I think it would fly. But much depends on whether you’re happy leaving it on the transom or having the ability to easily take it off. The 30hp is MUCH lighter.
Forum: Engines & props 13 November 2017, 00:06
Replies: 20
Views: 12,071
Posted By Projectile
You’re welcome. The boat is not fast, but it it...

You’re welcome. The boat is not fast, but it it is well rounded and the light weight is a good offset. Over 30hp, weight starts to really go up.
Forum: Engines & props 12 November 2017, 18:08
Replies: 20
Views: 12,071
Posted By Projectile
I’ve had one on a Zodiac Milpro WB465 for 5 years...

I’ve had one on a Zodiac Milpro WB465 for 5 years and I’m perfectly happy with it. Compared to other 30hp outboards it is light. Plenty of torque. Starts first pull *every time*, even first pull of...
Forum: Inflatable boats - SIBs and folding RIBs 01 January 2017, 17:46
Replies: 9
Views: 2,289
Posted By Projectile
Cgoing's advice about transom height on the 470...

Cgoing's advice about transom height on the 470 is excellent. If that's not an issue, the only one you'll have to wrestle with is size vs condition.

The MkIIGR will perform very well, is in...
Forum: Inflatable boats - SIBs and folding RIBs 31 December 2016, 21:30
Replies: 9
Views: 2,289
Posted By Projectile
MkII with 30hp will go very nicely (fast). On the...

MkII with 30hp will go very nicely (fast). On the other hand, while all SIBs handle chop poorly (lots of bouncing around) the F470 will do a better job since it's just plain heavier.

You have to...
Forum: Inflatable boats - SIBs and folding RIBs 19 March 2016, 16:22
Replies: 13
Views: 2,806
Posted By Projectile
Drooling. What a beautiful boat! And owned...

Drooling.

What a beautiful boat! And owned by another Calgarian!

We should get our black beauties (I have a Zodiac WB465) out on the water together.

Does your ETEC 65 have a steering console...
Forum: Inflatable boats - SIBs and folding RIBs 16 December 2015, 20:06
Replies: 27
Views: 4,897
Posted By Projectile
Hooking of the hull is nicely explained here. It...

Hooking of the hull is nicely explained here. It acts like a trim tab.

https://www.marathonmarine.com/boats_guide.pdf
Forum: Inflatable boats - SIBs and folding RIBs 16 December 2015, 20:04
Replies: 27
Views: 4,897
Posted By Projectile
This thread includes the saga I went through with...

This thread includes the saga I went through with a hooked hull because of incorrectly assembled floorboards that failed to stretch out the hull fabric.
...
Forum: Inflatable boats - SIBs and folding RIBs 16 December 2015, 19:46
Replies: 27
Views: 4,897
Posted By Projectile
I'd love to see a photo of the bottom of your...

I'd love to see a photo of the bottom of your boat when assembled and inflated to 220/240 millibar for the keel and 240/280 millibar for the hull. My bet is that you will be able to see the hook in...
Forum: Inflatable boats - SIBs and folding RIBs 16 December 2015, 19:45
Replies: 27
Views: 4,897
Posted By Projectile
This boat has 4 anodized aluminum floorboard and...

This boat has 4 anodized aluminum floorboard and only the aft-most 3 are straddled by the stringers. The first aluminum floorboard that is up against the thrust board is NOT straddled by the stringer...
Forum: Inflatable boats - SIBs and folding RIBs 16 December 2015, 05:53
Replies: 12
Views: 2,306
Posted By Projectile
Your boat is a (roughly) 1980 MkIIIGR and in...

Your boat is a (roughly) 1980 MkIIIGR and in those days, they took short shaft engines.
Forum: Inflatable boats - SIBs and folding RIBs 16 December 2015, 05:47
Replies: 27
Views: 4,897
Posted By Projectile
I just noticed that the black carrying handles on...

I just noticed that the black carrying handles on both sides of the boat look very new. Do you think that they were added recently?

In the early 80's, Zodiac switched from the old grey handles to...
Forum: Inflatable boats - SIBs and folding RIBs 16 December 2015, 05:35
Replies: 27
Views: 4,897
Posted By Projectile
boostingmorale, Your boat looks almost...

boostingmorale,

Your boat looks almost *exactly* like the 1980 MkIIIGR we used to have. We bought it new in 1980 and still have it, though it is going to be salvaged for parts and disposed of next...
Forum: Inflatable boats - SIBs and folding RIBs 16 December 2015, 01:28
Replies: 27
Views: 4,897
Posted By Projectile
That's a 1980s MKIII Grand Raid.

That's a 1980s MKIII Grand Raid.
Forum: Inflatable boats - SIBs and folding RIBs 17 October 2015, 21:58
Replies: 7
Views: 1,922
Posted By Projectile
Lovely

Lovely
Forum: Inflatable boats - SIBs and folding RIBs 06 August 2015, 17:52
Replies: 7
Views: 1,907
Posted By Projectile
Lovely

Lovely
Forum: Inflatable boats - SIBs and folding RIBs 06 August 2015, 17:51
Replies: 3
Views: 1,706
Posted By Projectile
Gotta be exact. If too short, hull won't be...

Gotta be exact. If too short, hull won't be stretched out enough and can develop a hook. I'd consider getting the actual floorboards.
Forum: Inflatable boats - SIBs and folding RIBs 06 August 2015, 17:49
Replies: 9
Views: 4,094
Posted By Projectile
The thrust board never lies flat. It always...

The thrust board never lies flat. It always angles up toward the bow, but not a THAT much.
Forum: Inflatable boats - SIBs and folding RIBs 06 August 2015, 17:47
Replies: 7
Views: 5,216
Posted By Projectile
That is a Mark II Grand Raid. Almost certainly...

That is a Mark II Grand Raid. Almost certainly all hypalon.
Forum: Inflatable boats - SIBs and folding RIBs 28 May 2015, 14:42
Replies: 180
Views: 38,873
Posted By Projectile
And here he is: ...

And here he is:

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=y0opXamo2zk

I suspect that grizzlyxena is one of his children. There are other John Dubois Zodiac videos available at that Youtube channel.
Forum: Inflatable boats - SIBs and folding RIBs 27 May 2015, 12:09
Replies: 16
Views: 5,119
Posted By Projectile
I don't know much about this, but I can tell you...

I don't know much about this, but I can tell you that the position and tension on that thrust board will be very important because when the floorboards are in place up against the resistance that the...
Forum: Inflatable boats - SIBs and folding RIBs 27 May 2015, 12:02
Replies: 180
Views: 38,873
Posted By Projectile
We bought our first 2 Grand Raids from John...

We bought our first 2 Grand Raids from John Dubois in 1980 and 1981 and I remember him and his family very well. I used to love the drive to Lockport to check out Zodiac's latest offerings including...
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