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    Zodiac inter connecting navigation valves, restoration.

    Hi all I have a early zodiac inflatable with the chromed 'navigation' valves. These are the type that you can apparantly turn to select which chamber to inflate. However mine are ceased and I was wondering if anyone can give me an idea on how to free them up and dismantle them so I can regrease...
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    Zodiac identification and advice

    Hi all, I've aquired an old zodiac inflatable and am searching to find some more about it. Its model number is on the transom plate as 2629. What model/years does this relate too? It is also rated to 55hp, approx 4m long and aluminimum floor (although this is ill fitting and could be a...
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    Towing an inflatable

    Hi all, I have a 4.2m Zodiac inflatable and an excellent trailer. My question is.. is it safe to tow the boat with engine attached? The transom sits on a cross brace at the back of the trailer, but thinking about it i'd be concerned with the amount of flex an inflatable boat may have with that...
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    Cutting out problem

    Hi all... Only other (see my other post) known problem with my outboard is when at full or near to full throttle after running there for some time the engine dies completely and almost immediately. It always starts up first time after. It did this about 20 times on the engines last outing...
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    URGENT Tilt tube removal

    Hi all... I have a 20hp two cyl. Mariner.. think its late 80's maybe early 90's anyway im overhauling it and am now stuck.. the tilt tube was rusted solid and ungreased. I have the parts to replace it but i cant get the old one out? Any suggestions? Is it screwed in place at all or just held by...
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