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Forum Rules and Guidelines Topics: 11 Posts: 36 Last Post: Attention ... RULES FOR "PROFESSIONALS" on iBoats .. Attention	11	36	Attention ... RULES FOR "PROFESSIONALS" on iBoats .. Attention by southkogs March 14th, 2019, 10:37 PM
General Boating/Outdoors Activities
Boat Topics and Questions (not engine topics) Discussion of boats, general boating questions and anything else not directly related to an engine. Sponsored by Gold Eagle Topics: 66,472 Posts: 595,043 Last Post: Anyone have a guess what this broke off from?	66,472	595,043	Anyone have a guess what this broke off from? by Dennissoind Today, 10:06 PM
Trailers and Towing Questions about boat trailer Lights, Winches, Jacks, Rollers & Guides. Share your tow vehicle and ask towing questions. Topics: 12,714 Posts: 145,431 Last Post: trailer paint protection from gravel	12,714	145,431	trailer paint protection from gravel by mr geets Yesterday, 06:39 PM
Prop Questions and Topics Taking a while to get on plane? Want more speed? Ask your prop questions here. Sponsored by Solas Propellers Topics: 17,155 Posts: 113,692 Last Post: Opinions on my planned propeller change	17,155	113,692	Opinions on my planned propeller change by JTwelve Today, 08:55 PM
Boating Activities, Rendezvous and Destinations Find boat rendezvous, activities and popular on the water destinations. Sponsored by Megaware KeelGuard Topics: 3,124 Posts: 33,401 Last Post: Goodyear lake, Otsego County Ny,	3,124	33,401	Goodyear lake, Otsego County Ny, by matt167 Yesterday, 01:37 PM
iboats Boating Cartoon Topics: 339 Posts: 924 Last Post: Who lost their dock line	339	924	Who lost their dock line by fleng August 12th, 2019, 05:50 PM
Sailing Find out popular sailing destinations, tips and tricks and all things related to sail boats. Topics: 736 Posts: 4,361 Last Post: Help with Tightening the forestay	736	4,361	Help with Tightening the forestay by southkogs August 4th, 2020, 12:19 PM
Pontoons Sponsored by TurboSwing Topics: 4,594 Posts: 40,427 Last Post: Changing motors and questions?	4,594	40,427	Changing motors and questions? by eville Today, 04:45 PM
Inflatables and RIBs Topics: 2,127 Posts: 19,550 Last Post: Innova Solar Inflatable Kayak	2,127	19,550	Innova Solar Inflatable Kayak by Sea Rider Today, 05:53 PM
PWC (Jetskis, Waverunners, etc.) Share experiences on your personal water craft, or find an answer to help fix an issue you are having. Topics: 4,081 Posts: 18,464 Last Post: 98 sea Doo GTI no idle	4,081	18,464	98 sea Doo GTI no idle by bking507 Yesterday, 04:37 PM
Towables and Stand Up Paddleboards Sponsored by Airhead & Sportsstuff Topics: 38 Posts: 219 Last Post: Storing Towables	38	219	Storing Towables by CincyGus Today, 06:51 PM
Wakeboarding, Wakesurfing, and Wakeskating Sponsored by Monster Tower Topics: 987 Posts: 8,055 Last Post: Adding backer at wakeboard tower anchor points.	987	8,055	Adding backer at wakeboard tower anchor points. by skuhleman August 5th, 2020, 01:23 PM
Water Skiing Topics: 690 Posts: 6,992 Last Post: Master Craft Boats	690	6,992	Master Craft Boats by Timr71 July 24th, 2020, 10:59 AM
Boating Safety Safety - Tips for staying safe on the water. Topics: 93 Posts: 840 Last Post: Full Power with Seats Next to Engine	93	840	Full Power with Seats Next to Engine by Scott Danforth July 27th, 2020, 04:23 AM
Boat Repair and Restoration
Boat Restoration, Building, and Hull Repair sponsored by Spectrum Color Topics: 38,717 Posts: 553,781 Last Post: 1976 Fiberform 16ft Restoration	38,717	553,781	1976 Fiberform 16ft Restoration by Gsmblue Today, 09:43 PM
Steering and Controls Sponsored by Uflex Topics: 1,522 Posts: 6,891 Last Post: Trim gage intermittent	1,522	6,891	Trim gage intermittent by Wxguru Today, 09:04 PM
Electrical, Electronics, Audio and Trolling Motors Topics: 23,929 Posts: 139,490 Last Post: DVA adapter	23,929	139,490	DVA adapter by sam am I Today, 08:29 PM
Completed Boat Projects Topics: 35 Posts: 1,107 Last Post: 1959 16' Super Constellation ~ Winner 2016 Starcraft splash of the Year	35	1,107	1959 16' Super Constellation ~ Winner 2016 Starcraft splash of the Year by ssdale January 31st, 2018, 08:41 PM
Engine Repair and Maintenance
Engine Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) Topics: 45 Posts: 222 Last Post: Building an O/B motor stand - Instructional	45	222	Building an O/B motor stand - Instructional by trailking82 October 10th, 2017, 10:25 AM
Non-Repair Outboard Discussions Discussions not involving troubles or repair. Topics: 23,057 Posts: 152,501 Last Post: Quietest 2.5-3hp outboard?	23,057	152,501	Quietest 2.5-3hp outboard? by JimS123 Today, 06:35 PM
Johnson & Evinrude Outboards Topics: 160,645 Posts: 988,832 Last Post: Boyesen Power Reeds	160,645	988,832	Boyesen Power Reeds by scatgo Today, 09:56 PM
Mercury & Mariner Outboards Sponsored by Uflex Topics: 91,235 Posts: 431,211 Last Post: Mercury 650 Won't Start	91,235	431,211	Mercury 650 Won't Start by GA_Boater Today, 09:59 PM
Yamaha & Suzuki Outboards Topics: 30,777 Posts: 128,428 Last Post: 2021/2020 Yamaha DF2.5 4 Stroke - Stiff steering under load	30,777	128,428	2021/2020 Yamaha DF2.5 4 Stroke - Stiff steering under load by Sea Rider Today, 06:39 PM
Force & Chrysler Outboards Topics: 28,824 Posts: 167,593 Last Post: Force 125 hp 1989 no water coming out the rear two vents at Higher speeds	28,824	167,593	Force 125 hp 1989 no water coming out the rear two vents at Higher speeds by GA_Boater Today, 08:50 PM
Honda & Tohatsu/Nissan Outboards Topics: 10,284 Posts: 50,328 Last Post: Honda BF20 20 hp 2004 motor keeps dying at low/idle speeds	10,284	50,328	Honda BF20 20 hp 2004 motor keeps dying at low/idle speeds by pikie Today, 02:54 PM
Lehr Propane Outboard Engines The world's first propane-powered outboard marine engine. Powerful 4-stroke engine uses 110 octane propane fuel that is environmentally friendly. Easy to start and economical. Great for small craft. Topics: 20 Posts: 157 Last Post: Lehr outboards and reliability	20	157	Lehr outboards and reliability by GA_Boater May 8th, 2018, 03:06 PM
Other Outboard Brands Sponsored by Bel-Ray Topics: 7,138 Posts: 35,954 Last Post: Bearcat 55 servicable in modern times?	7,138	35,954	Bearcat 55 servicable in modern times? by Scott Danforth August 8th, 2020, 02:54 PM
Non-Repair I/O and Inboards Discussions not involving troubles or repair. Sponsored by Bel-Ray Topics: 3,872 Posts: 33,915 Last Post: How Mercruiser Thunderbolt ignition systems work.	3,872	33,915	How Mercruiser Thunderbolt ignition systems work. by jbcurt00 Today, 04:22 PM
Mercury MerCruiser Sterndrives & Engines Sponsored by Quicksilver Propellers Topics: 88,482 Posts: 693,217 Last Post: Swapping I-MR to MC-1?	88,482	693,217	Swapping I-MR to MC-1? by achris Today, 10:03 PM
Volvo Penta I/O & Inboard Gas Engines & Outdrives Topics: 16,069 Posts: 104,735 Last Post: Exhaust Manifold too hot to touch	16,069	104,735	Exhaust Manifold too hot to touch by Bondo Today, 06:58 PM
OMC I/O & Inboard Engines & Outdrives Topics: 9,706 Posts: 71,314 Last Post: Cobra drive cooling problem	9,706	71,314	Cobra drive cooling problem by Len2020 Today, 09:09 PM
Other Brands of I/O & Inboard Engines & Outdrives Yamaha, Jet Drives, and other Topics: 1,248 Posts: 7,396 Last Post: 1977 Chrylser 360 cuts out at 2500 RPM's	1,248	7,396	1977 Chrylser 360 cuts out at 2500 RPM's by Scott Danforth Yesterday, 04:39 PM
Diesel Marine Engines Volvo Penta, Detroit Diesel, Yanmar, Cummins, Caterpillar, Perkins, Etc. Topics: 477 Posts: 2,648 Last Post: Single Diesel vs Twin Gas Inboards	477	2,648	Single Diesel vs Twin Gas Inboards by jbcurt00 July 28th, 2020, 05:51 PM
Fishing
Freshwater Fishing Topics: 3,973 Posts: 33,650 Last Post: Nobody fishing?	3,973	33,650	Nobody fishing? by MRS Yesterday, 03:27 PM
Saltwater Fishing Topics: 1,384 Posts: 9,184 Last Post: 19 foot deep v manager boat can it handle fishing the icean	1,384	9,184	19 foot deep v manager boat can it handle fishing the icean by KJM July 5th, 2020, 05:13 PM
Other
iboats Forum and Website Issues If you have questions on the use of the forum, including problems, feedback or suggestions regarding the forum or website, this is the place. Topics: 976 Posts: 9,957 Last Post: not working right	976	9,957	not working right by redneck joe August 2nd, 2020, 04:29 AM
Non-Boating Technical Topics Topics: 9,280 Posts: 117,448 Last Post: Scooters anyone ?	9,280	117,448	Scooters anyone ? by Grub54891 Today, 06:57 PM
Stupid Human Tricks While Boating/Fishing Topics: 2,895 Posts: 38,448 Last Post: what could go wrong?	2,895	38,448	what could go wrong? by bassman284 August 2nd, 2020, 03:26 PM
Dockside Chat Here to talk not only about boating but just want to enjoy the huge community of members at iboats? This is the place for you! Topics: 33,263 Posts: 543,682 Last Post: 2020 NFL/NCAAF News and Nonsense	33,263	543,682	2020 NFL/NCAAF News and Nonsense by WIMUSKY Today, 09:49 PM
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