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Forum: Inflatable boats - SIBs and folding RIBs 28 June 2017, 10:07
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Posted By simzpilot
Thank you @ jeffstevens763@g I am very happy...

Thank you @ jeffstevens763@g
I am very happy with the end results. Just some tidy up and cleaning and fitting the new valves left to do before she goes to the water
Forum: Inflatable boats - SIBs and folding RIBs 27 June 2017, 21:20
Replies: 36
Views: 21,172
Posted By simzpilot
Last post for tonight with pic

Last post for tonight with pic
Forum: Inflatable boats - SIBs and folding RIBs 27 June 2017, 21:11
Replies: 36
Views: 21,172
Posted By simzpilot
So this evening I decided to tackle some of the...

So this evening I decided to tackle some of the last major jobs left on the refurb. The main one being the transom reinforcement. After making a cardboard template and having measured the angle...
Forum: Inflatable boats - SIBs and folding RIBs 25 June 2017, 21:10
Replies: 36
Views: 21,172
Posted By simzpilot
Transom reinforcement. So my thoughts on this...

Transom reinforcement. So my thoughts on this issue relate to the fact that I use a 50Hp Long shaft engine on the SIB, whereas they were originally designed to take a short shaft (Max 50 Hp I...
Forum: Inflatable boats - SIBs and folding RIBs 25 June 2017, 20:45
Replies: 36
Views: 21,172
Posted By simzpilot
Fast forward to task 8 as it was completed ahead...

Fast forward to task 8 as it was completed ahead of other tasks. I decided to replace the hand hold lines on top of the SIB as they were frayed and probably the original set. I purchased 7M of 12mm...
Forum: Inflatable boats - SIBs and folding RIBs 25 June 2017, 20:20
Replies: 36
Views: 21,172
Posted By simzpilot
Some pictures of the leaking speed tubes...

Some pictures of the leaking speed tubes attached. Seems they are prone to leaking at this joint over time and it is hard to seal
Forum: Inflatable boats - SIBs and folding RIBs 25 June 2017, 20:18
Replies: 36
Views: 21,172
Posted By simzpilot
@Jeffstevens763@g, Not so sure how this would go...

@Jeffstevens763@g, Not so sure how this would go with respect to stability on the water but I would love to hear more if this works for you
Forum: Inflatable boats - SIBs and folding RIBs 25 June 2017, 20:17
Replies: 36
Views: 21,172
Posted By simzpilot
Thanks @FENLANDER

Thanks @FENLANDER
Forum: Inflatable boats - SIBs and folding RIBs 25 June 2017, 18:10
Replies: 36
Views: 21,172
Posted By simzpilot
Stage 5: The curse of the dreaded leaking Speed...

Stage 5: The curse of the dreaded leaking Speed Tubes on Zodiac SIB's
Not the first of last time we will hear about these leaking tubes. They are apparently notorious for leaking at the stern end...
Forum: Inflatable boats - SIBs and folding RIBs 25 June 2017, 17:43
Replies: 36
Views: 21,172
Posted By simzpilot
Stage 4: Auto bilge pump. I had a manual bilge...

Stage 4: Auto bilge pump.
I had a manual bilge pump in the SIB but noticed some times that I would really have done with a powered version after a few nights rain. When I had the aluminium floor...
Forum: Inflatable boats - SIBs and folding RIBs 25 June 2017, 17:37
Replies: 36
Views: 21,172
Posted By simzpilot
This is the video I followed for re-assembly of...

This is the video I followed for re-assembly of the floor sections into the SIB
Worked for me
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=EpMUdthXotk&t=619s
Forum: Inflatable boats - SIBs and folding RIBs 25 June 2017, 17:28
Replies: 36
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Posted By simzpilot
Stage 3: Warped boards. Having done some...

Stage 3: Warped boards. Having done some investigation and referencing you tube videos of Zodiac's being assembled I gathered that the original floor boards were flat and not curved and warped as my...
Forum: Inflatable boats - SIBs and folding RIBs 25 June 2017, 10:20
Replies: 36
Views: 21,172
Posted By simzpilot
For the next stage of repair I found it better to...

For the next stage of repair I found it better to flip the SIB over and work bottom up. This was to pull the floor PVC back over the transom and glue it back to the transom. Having cleaned and...
Forum: Inflatable boats - SIBs and folding RIBs 25 June 2017, 10:15
Replies: 36
Views: 21,172
Posted By simzpilot
Steps I took were:(see link above for pictures) ...

Steps I took were:(see link above for pictures)
1. Make new 8 inch wide PVC strip to join to transom sides
2. Fit PVC material to transom sides using HH66
3. Fit copper strap to inner (concave)...
Forum: Inflatable boats - SIBs and folding RIBs 25 June 2017, 09:45
Replies: 36
Views: 21,172
Posted By simzpilot
How and what to use for re-gluing?? This is a...

How and what to use for re-gluing?? This is a dilemma as humidity is a major factor in the gluing process as is joint cleanliness and the full removal of the old glue. Take your time here as I...
Forum: Inflatable boats - SIBs and folding RIBs 25 June 2017, 09:35
Replies: 36
Views: 21,172
Posted By simzpilot
For task 1 I removed engine, steering etc. and...

For task 1 I removed engine, steering etc. and full floor. Bare SIB was placed in shed and dehumidifier ran for 3-4 days (2-3 hours per day) to reduce humidity for gluing. I have learned from others...
Forum: Inflatable boats - SIBs and folding RIBs 25 June 2017, 09:06
Replies: 36
Views: 21,172
Posted By simzpilot
https://goo.gl/photos/zUvmgw5fdGz9HkJy5 I am...

https://goo.gl/photos/zUvmgw5fdGz9HkJy5

I am hoping this link address works

https://goo.gl/photos/zUvmgw5fdGz9HkJy5
Forum: Inflatable boats - SIBs and folding RIBs 25 June 2017, 08:25
Replies: 36
Views: 21,172
Posted By simzpilot
Zodiac Futura 4.2 Refurb and transom rebuild

During 2016 season I experienced some issues with the transom coming unstuck and also had evidence of some seams separating on a 4.2M Zodiac Futura (circa 2000). For the start of this season I...
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