Zodiac Inflatable taking water

Jul 5, 2011
735
Oday 28 Madison, CT
Last year some of you helped me troubleshoot and repair 2 air leaks in this boat, a (2013 model) 2015 purchased new Zodiac Wave, 275 RU used maybe 2-3 times a season. Launched it yesterday and immediately it took water, maybe just enough to cover the floor boards. I did not have time to deal with it so went back this morning and expected it would have 6 inches in it, but it did not seem to have taken on any more. I figured I would flip it over and give it a good look. I did see that the overlapping flap at the stern had peeled back and will fix that (did the other side two years ago), but that normally causes an underway leak, not so much one while standing based on last time anyway. Any of you got some tips and tricks?
 
Feb 10, 2004
4,097
Hunter 40.5 Warwick, RI
No tips, but I had a Zodiac once. It almost lasted 10 years, and I take care of my stuff. It was PVC and seams opened. After several repairs I finally trashed it and bought an Achilles made from Hypalon material. That was 17 years ago. Still using it, and zero seam issues. YMMV.
 
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Feb 5, 2004
7,089
Tartan 3800 20 Westport, MA
I believe PVC and yes 10 years old with about 20 miles on it if that.
It's a few factors. Sunlight is the worst. But age plays a role, too. I think yours is welded, not glued, is that correct?