Boating Forum

Dear Community Members,

Updated 9/29/20 - Upgrades have been pushed until 10/7/20

Over the last two years, there have been updates to the environment that have introduced challenges in usability, performance, and security. Efforts to improve the technology, user interface and site performance have revealed weaknesses in the platform and outdated software our site uses. This has made it increasingly difficult and frustrating to support and upgrade to more modern reliable standards that users deserve. This is not the experience we want for the members of this community.

Members want a fast site that performs well across all devices, to be able to find relevant and interesting content, and easily share through text, images, video, and messaging on a secure platform. Our goal is to provide this user experience to all members. We will be updating to a new platform to better meet the needs of this community and allow us to provide support more efficiently. Our focus is to create a sustainable platform that performs well and loads faster on all devices while offering seamless ways to search and connect. Technology is constantly innovating - by creating an environment that we control we can maintain the site with more frequent improvements and maintenance updates.

Although change can be difficult, we are here to support you through the process. We make every effort to review existing settings and make the changes needed so the migration goes smoothly. If you notice something doesn’t seem correct once the site goes live, don’t panic! We’ll have a dedicated person monitoring as the site goes live to answer any questions and provide support through this change.

What’s next?
When will this be happening? The plan is to put our current forums into maintenance mode (off line) at around 9am MST on 10/7/2020! The whole transition should take 30-36 hours. We recognize the user experience is slow and there are bugs from the outdated software. The sooner we can change that the better we can make the experience for you. You’ll start to see activity related to cleanup in preparation for migration very shortly. We will post an announcement to the community prior to starting the actual data migration.

We appreciate each member’s contribution to this community and look forward to an improved experience for you all.

- Management

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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: 66,621 Posts: 596,369 Last Post: Gel coat repair	66,621	596,369	Gel coat repair by jumpjets Today, 07:25 PM
Trailers and Towing Questions about boat trailer Lights, Winches, Jacks, Rollers & Guides. Share your tow vehicle and ask towing questions. Topics: 12,744 Posts: 145,736 Last Post: New front roller	12,744	145,736	New front roller by ahicks Yesterday, 07:18 AM
Prop Questions and Topics Taking a while to get on plane? Want more speed? Ask your prop questions here. Sponsored by Solas Propellers Topics: 17,214 Posts: 114,134 Last Post: Need prop advice for 93 Rinker Captiva 209 4.3 LX alpha gen II for high altitude	17,214	114,134	Need prop advice for 93 Rinker Captiva 209 4.3 LX alpha gen II for high altitude by mcmarcia Yesterday, 09:33 AM
Boating Activities, Rendezvous and Destinations Find boat rendezvous, activities and popular on the water destinations. Sponsored by Megaware KeelGuard Topics: 3,126 Posts: 33,413 Last Post: Binoculars On The Water	3,126	33,413	Binoculars On The Water by ahicks Today, 06:31 AM
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Pontoons Sponsored by TurboSwing Topics: 4,608 Posts: 40,534 Last Post: Owners Manual	4,608	40,534	Owners Manual by ahicks Yesterday, 06:03 PM
Inflatables and RIBs Topics: 2,136 Posts: 19,609 Last Post: Sensitive tiller steering	2,136	19,609	Sensitive tiller steering by Sea Rider Yesterday, 09:37 AM
PWC (Jetskis, Waverunners, etc.) Share experiences on your personal water craft, or find an answer to help fix an issue you are having. Topics: 4,085 Posts: 18,484 Last Post: 1996 Yamaha Waveraider Stumbles at 1/4 Throttle	4,085	18,484	1996 Yamaha Waveraider Stumbles at 1/4 Throttle by johnkom September 22nd, 2020, 04:15 PM
Towables and Stand Up Paddleboards Sponsored by Airhead & Sportsstuff Topics: 39 Posts: 221 Last Post: Subwing	39	221	Subwing by GA_Boater August 31st, 2020, 08:40 PM
Wakeboarding, Wakesurfing, and Wakeskating Sponsored by Monster Tower Topics: 988 Posts: 8,061 Last Post: Calabria Owner Needs Help	988	8,061	Calabria Owner Needs Help by rallyart Yesterday, 02:11 AM
Water Skiing Topics: 691 Posts: 7,002 Last Post: New 205ss crownline-is 200 HP enough?	691	7,002	New 205ss crownline-is 200 HP enough? by Lou C September 6th, 2020, 07:45 PM
Boating Safety Safety - Tips for staying safe on the water. Topics: 94 Posts: 854 Last Post: I could have drowned today...	94	854	I could have drowned today... by Lou C September 28th, 2020, 01:24 AM
Boat Repair and Restoration
Boat Restoration, Building, and Hull Repair sponsored by Spectrum Color Topics: 38,824 Posts: 555,677 Last Post: 1976 Tom Boy Boat, 1976 40 HP Johnson Outboard and who knows what Trailer	38,824	555,677	1976 Tom Boy Boat, 1976 40 HP Johnson Outboard and who knows what Trailer by kcassells Today, 04:48 PM
Steering and Controls Sponsored by Uflex Topics: 1,542 Posts: 7,023 Last Post: Force 85 HP tilt and trim upgrade	1,542	7,023	Force 85 HP tilt and trim upgrade by roscoe Yesterday, 10:34 PM
Electrical, Electronics, Audio and Trolling Motors Topics: 24,004 Posts: 139,936 Last Post: Electric prop rotation	24,004	139,936	Electric prop rotation by Grub54891 Today, 07:14 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: 23,074 Posts: 152,613 Last Post: What size kicker motor would you recommend? And what type?	23,074	152,613	What size kicker motor would you recommend? And what type? by JimS123 Today, 05:49 PM
Johnson & Evinrude Outboards Topics: 160,982 Posts: 991,635 Last Post: Are 68-76 Johnson/Evinrude 18 20 & 25 Cylinder Heads the same?	160,982	991,635	Are 68-76 Johnson/Evinrude 18 20 & 25 Cylinder Heads the same? by nixboatparts Today, 07:37 PM
Mercury & Mariner Outboards Sponsored by Uflex Topics: 91,476 Posts: 432,519 Last Post: Merc 20 hp 2 stroke issues	91,476	432,519	Merc 20 hp 2 stroke issues by Ugafan Today, 07:19 PM
Yamaha & Suzuki Outboards Topics: 30,849 Posts: 128,657 Last Post: New 4 stroke on 97 hull	30,849	128,657	New 4 stroke on 97 hull by Castro1212 Today, 02:50 PM
Force & Chrysler Outboards Topics: 28,908 Posts: 168,370 Last Post: Rough Running Motor	28,908	168,370	Rough Running Motor by Farfromgroven Today, 09:49 AM
Honda & Tohatsu/Nissan Outboards Topics: 10,326 Posts: 50,624 Last Post: Tohatsu engine oil	10,326	50,624	Tohatsu engine oil by pvanv Today, 06:15 AM
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: 21 Posts: 160 Last Post: Lehr outboard motors?	21	160	Lehr outboard motors? by GA_Boater August 12th, 2020, 03:48 PM
Other Outboard Brands Sponsored by Bel-Ray Topics: 7,147 Posts: 35,987 Last Post: Firestone 2hp 10A130 restoration project	7,147	35,987	Firestone 2hp 10A130 restoration project by brim_buster Today, 03:11 PM
Non-Repair I/O and Inboards Discussions not involving troubles or repair. Sponsored by Bel-Ray Topics: 3,884 Posts: 33,997 Last Post: Winterizing fuel/oil mix for MPI's	3,884	33,997	Winterizing fuel/oil mix for MPI's by Cortes100 Yesterday, 12:32 PM
Mercury MerCruiser Sterndrives & Engines Sponsored by Quicksilver Propellers Topics: 88,879 Posts: 696,932 Last Post: 1996 4.3 Mercruiser water in my oil? Hoping not!	88,879	696,932	1996 4.3 Mercruiser water in my oil? Hoping not! by chuckndiscs Today, 07:37 PM
Volvo Penta I/O & Inboard Gas Engines & Outdrives Topics: 16,193 Posts: 105,689 Last Post: No voltage to fuel pump	16,193	105,689	No voltage to fuel pump by JasPruden Today, 06:45 PM
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Other Brands of I/O & Inboard Engines & Outdrives Yamaha, Jet Drives, and other Topics: 1,253 Posts: 7,421 Last Post: Yamaha stern drive raw water pump making noise	1,253	7,421	Yamaha stern drive raw water pump making noise by QBhoy September 26th, 2020, 07:23 PM
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Fishing
Freshwater Fishing Topics: 3,973 Posts: 33,666 Last Post: mooching/downrigging reels	3,973	33,666	mooching/downrigging reels by dingbat September 12th, 2020, 08:34 PM
Saltwater Fishing Topics: 1,387 Posts: 9,207 Last Post: South Florida Offshore Rod Reel	1,387	9,207	South Florida Offshore Rod Reel by cbw5007 September 21st, 2020, 01:30 AM
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: 980 Posts: 10,002 Last Post: Pending Forum Software Upgrade	980	10,002	Pending Forum Software Upgrade by CatTwentyTwo Yesterday, 06:03 PM
Non-Boating Technical Topics Topics: 9,296 Posts: 117,657 Last Post: So, what did you do today?	9,296	117,657	So, what did you do today? by 82rude Today, 04:46 PM
Stupid Human Tricks While Boating/Fishing Topics: 2,897 Posts: 38,474 Last Post: The day two old boating pals realize they've become two old drifty/dozy boating pals	2,897	38,474	The day two old boating pals realize they've become two old drifty/dozy boating pals by MRS September 22nd, 2020, 08:14 PM
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