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01-19-2017, 01:43 PM
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Guru
City: Palm Coast
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Zodiac fills with water even when covered
I don't know what the solution to this is. My Zodiac sits atop my hardtop. I have a davit, etc. I keep it covered and have used 303 water repellent on it several times according to the manufactures recommendations. It fills with rain water. Is there something I can do to stop this? It is becoming bothersome with my sundeck furniture getting soaked, not to mention the added weight.
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01-19-2017, 01:48 PM
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Guru
City: Carefree, Arizona
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Pull the drain plug if water in the boat. If water on the top use an expandable tent pole through a grommet so it will run off.
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01-19-2017, 02:04 PM
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Guru
City: Palm Coast
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I have my plug out. I'm going to try one of those giant beach balls before I do the whole grommet thing.
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01-19-2017, 02:07 PM
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City: Beaverton, Ontario
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Quote:
Originally Posted by Donna
I have my plug out. I'm going to try one of those giant beach balls before I do the whole grommet thing.
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Funny you should say that. A buddy of mine had the same problem and I gave him a really big beach ball I had at home. It worked out great, problem solved.
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Allan
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01-19-2017, 02:07 PM
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Guru
City: Gulf Shores, Ala.
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If it is still holding water with the plug out then you need to raise the forward base or lower the rear base of where it is sitting so it does drain out the back. Post a pic.
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01-19-2017, 02:33 PM
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City: Concrete Washington State
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Quote:
Originally Posted by ulysses
If it is still holding water with the plug out then you need to raise the forward base or lower the rear base of where it is sitting so it does drain out the back. Post a pic.
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I agree,
My plug is out and very little water stays in the dink. The angle of our rooftop is about ideal .. apparently.
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Eric
North Western Washington State USA
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01-19-2017, 03:14 PM
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Guru
City: Adelaide
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I flip mine upside down to avoid collecting water.
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01-19-2017, 04:03 PM
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TF Site Team
City: California Delta
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An appropriate length of PVC pipe with oversized end caps can support the cover facilitating drainage. It takes little space for setup or storage.
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01-19-2017, 04:40 PM
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City: Sydney
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Quote:
Originally Posted by AusCan
I flip mine upside down to avoid collecting water.
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Me too, mine used to fill left the other way. A cover will help extend life.
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BruceK
2005 Integrity 386 "Sojourn"
Sydney Australia
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01-19-2017, 04:43 PM
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City: Gig Harbor
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Quote:
Originally Posted by ulysses
If it is still holding water with the plug out then you need to raise the forward base or lower the rear base of where it is sitting so it does drain out the back. Post a pic.
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01-19-2017, 04:51 PM
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Guru
City: Gulf Shores, Ala.
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Quote:
Originally Posted by AusCan
I flip mine upside down to avoid collecting water.
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Does that really work for you ? You would think in the Southern Hemi that it would go the other way.
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01-19-2017, 04:57 PM
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Guru
City: Sydney
Vessel Name: Sojourn
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Quote:
Originally Posted by ulysses
Does that really work for you ? You would think in the Southern Hemi that it would go the other way.
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Well yes, but with the boat already upside down the dinghy has to go the other way.
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BruceK
2005 Integrity 386 "Sojourn"
Sydney Australia
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01-19-2017, 04:58 PM
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Guru
City: Gulf Shores, Ala.
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Quote:
Originally Posted by BruceK
Well yes, but with the boat already upside down the dinghy has to go the other way.
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That explains it. Thanks
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01-19-2017, 10:14 PM
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TF Site Team
City: California Delta
Vessel Name: FlyWright
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Quote:
Originally Posted by BruceK
Well yes, but with the boat already upside down the dinghy has to go the other way.
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Do you print photos on the non-glossy side of print paper? I bet you even use the unsticky side of duct tape, too, right? I bet you even drive on the left/wrong side of the road!
I gotta come visit you guys sometime! Do you have Uber?
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01-19-2017, 11:54 PM
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Guru
City: Sydney
Vessel Name: Sojourn
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Quote:
Originally Posted by FlyWright
Do you print photos on the non-glossy side of print paper? I bet you even use the unsticky side of duct tape, too, right? I bet you even drive on the left/wrong side of the road!
I gotta come visit you guys sometime! Do you have Uber?
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If you meant rebU,yes, we do.
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BruceK
2005 Integrity 386 "Sojourn"
Sydney Australia
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01-20-2017, 12:46 AM
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Hey, I rarely my dinky, so the protection of its water-proof hood that provides UV protection also, and above all it rains shit seagulls etc. under the hood i is the arc that prevents water accumulation. about 1 min away and 2-3 min on, will remain in place even in strong winds, drawstring at the edge
Arch is a glass-fiber flat plate that is used within the sail
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01-20-2017, 06:53 AM
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Guru
City: Palm Coast
Vessel Name: Southerly
Vessel Model: 1986 Marine Trader 36' Sundeck
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Well, not turning it upside down. Remember guys, I have to be able to lower it and bring it up myself.
I have the "waterproof" cover and have even used 303 on it.
Posting a pic today is not an option. I will not be at the boat. May I'll be back on Sunday.
I'm gonna try the beach ball for now as soon as I get back.
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01-20-2017, 09:12 AM
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City: North Charleston, SC
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Quote:
Originally Posted by AusCan
I flip mine upside down to avoid collecting water.
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Yep, that's what I was going to suggest. I see that on many boats, mostly sailboats.
I bought a brand new Zodiac inflatable dinghy a few years ago. I kept it inflated when cruising and upright. It would often collect water if I forgot to take the plug out.
The third year I was getting ready to cruise and noticed that the transom had rotted out. I took it to the authorized Zodiac repair center and they refused to repair it, saying that it had rotted from being in contact with fresh (rain) water. Silly me, I would have thought that a boat would be waterproof.
Needless to say, I didn't replace it with a Zodiac and it's unlikely that I will buy a Zodiac in the future.
I keep my new (other brand) dinghy upside down when I leave it inflated.
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01-20-2017, 11:29 AM
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City: Quebec
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Quote:
Originally Posted by BruceK
If you meant rebU,yes, we do.
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LOL good one
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01-20-2017, 12:54 PM
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Guru
City: Adelaide
Vessel Name: Kokanee
Vessel Model: Cuddles 30 Pilot House Motor Sailer
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Quote:
Originally Posted by Donna
Well, not turning it upside down. Remember guys, I have to be able to lower it and bring it up myself.
I have the "waterproof" cover and have even used 303 on it.
Posting a pic today is not an option. I will not be at the boat. May I'll be back on Sunday.
I'm gonna try the beach ball for now as soon as I get back.
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If you adjust your lifting lines so the dinghy is lifted by one side only, (and comes up sideways) you can lay it down either way. No turning over is required.
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