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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, 09:37 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: 65,246 Posts: 584,463 Last Post: Will a 14’ Bayliner Capri handle choppy water?	65,246	584,463	Will a 14’ Bayliner Capri handle choppy water? by ahicks Today, 04:54 PM
Trailers and Towing Questions about boat trailer Lights, Winches, Jacks, Rollers & Guides. Share your tow vehicle and ask towing questions. Topics: 12,461 Posts: 142,887 Last Post: Trailer Slides	12,461	142,887	Trailer Slides by JASinIL2006 Today, 11:42 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: 16,749 Posts: 109,581 Last Post: Volvo Prop to Solas	16,749	109,581	Volvo Prop to Solas by QBhoy Today, 05:01 PM
Boating Activities, Rendezvous and Destinations Find boat rendezvous, activities and popular on the water destinations. Sponsored by Megaware KeelGuard Topics: 3,130 Posts: 33,309 Last Post: Best 2 person tube	3,130	33,309	Best 2 person tube by JASinIL2006 Today, 01:25 PM
iboats Boating Cartoon Topics: 339 Posts: 919 Last Post: You know who you are lol	339	919	You know who you are lol by 89retta May 18th, 2019, 07:50 AM
Sailing Find out popular sailing destinations, tips and tricks and all things related to sail boats. Topics: 729 Posts: 4,321 Last Post: Propping Right a 45 Ft Sailboat.-	729	4,321	Propping Right a 45 Ft Sailboat.- by Sea Rider June 6th, 2019, 06:32 AM
Pontoons Sponsored by TurboSwing Topics: 4,461 Posts: 39,412 Last Post: Stern Ladder	4,461	39,412	Stern Ladder by legalfee Today, 12:32 PM
Inflatables and RIBs Topics: 2,069 Posts: 19,236 Last Post: Intex Mariner 4 modifications and Tips	2,069	19,236	Intex Mariner 4 modifications and Tips by baseline June 14th, 2019, 10:40 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: 4,028 Posts: 18,218 Last Post: 94 tigershark how to set up for running on a hose	4,028	18,218	94 tigershark how to set up for running on a hose by Nickstoyz Today, 04:02 PM
Towables and Stand Up Paddleboards Sponsored by Airhead & Sportsstuff Topics: 34 Posts: 183 Last Post: Tubing or kneeboarding with a 40 hp	34	183	Tubing or kneeboarding with a 40 hp by Sea Rider Yesterday, 11:50 AM
Wakeboarding, Wakesurfing, and Wakeskating Sponsored by Monster Tower Topics: 977 Posts: 8,022 Last Post: Tips for Electric Surf	977	8,022	Tips for Electric Surf by rallyart Today, 03:54 PM
Water Skiing Topics: 682 Posts: 6,939 Last Post: Will My Boat work?	682	6,939	Will My Boat work? by WimJall Today, 03:42 PM
Boating Safety Safety - Tips for staying safe on the water. Topics: 83 Posts: 731 Last Post: When to use Bilge Blower/When Not to use Bilge Blower	83	731	When to use Bilge Blower/When Not to use Bilge Blower by SkaterRace May 23rd, 2019, 10:41 AM
Boat Repair and Restoration
Boat Restoration, Building, and Hull Repair sponsored by Spectrum Color Topics: 37,863 Posts: 540,359 Last Post: 1992 Sea Ray 180 Floor Project Help and Advice needed	37,863	540,359	1992 Sea Ray 180 Floor Project Help and Advice needed by MC_What have I done?! Today, 05:16 PM
Steering and Controls Sponsored by Uflex Topics: 1,254 Posts: 5,681 Last Post: BRP remote controls	1,254	5,681	BRP remote controls by sidingguy Today, 02:27 PM
Electrical, Electronics, Audio and Trolling Motors Topics: 23,335 Posts: 136,305 Last Post: Rewiring	23,335	136,305	Rewiring by AllDodge Today, 01:46 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, 06:41 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, 09:25 AM
Non-Repair Outboard Discussions Discussions not involving troubles or repair. Topics: 23,558 Posts: 152,006 Last Post: 25HP 4 stroke options and experience	23,558	152,006	25HP 4 stroke options and experience by lonkelm Today, 04:42 PM
Johnson & Evinrude Outboards Topics: 158,168 Posts: 968,107 Last Post: 2000 90HP Johnson J90PLSSE Carb Problem	158,168	968,107	2000 90HP Johnson J90PLSSE Carb Problem by jakedaawg Today, 05:18 PM
Mercury & Mariner Outboards Sponsored by Uflex Topics: 89,604 Posts: 421,687 Last Post: Mercury 200 2 stroke tach issue (reading high)	89,604	421,687	Mercury 200 2 stroke tach issue (reading high) by Texasmark Today, 03:02 PM
Yamaha & Suzuki Outboards Topics: 30,306 Posts: 126,573 Last Post: '96 Yamaha 200 Saltwater Series II	30,306	126,573	'96 Yamaha 200 Saltwater Series II by Lou C Today, 03:56 PM
Force & Chrysler Outboards Topics: 28,275 Posts: 162,414 Last Post: 1990 Force 120 Stator and CD box Cylinders one and three no spark	28,275	162,414	1990 Force 120 Stator and CD box Cylinders one and three no spark by rockyal Today, 03:44 PM
Honda & Tohatsu/Nissan Outboards Topics: 10,015 Posts: 48,516 Last Post: Mid 80's bf100 oil filter	10,015	48,516	Mid 80's bf100 oil filter by fishslayer73 Today, 04:45 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, 02:06 PM
Other Outboard Brands Sponsored by Bel-Ray Topics: 7,047 Posts: 35,490 Last Post: Flying Scott overheating	7,047	35,490	Flying Scott overheating by flyingscott June 16th, 2019, 04:38 PM
Non-Repair I/O and Inboards Discussions not involving troubles or repair. Sponsored by Bel-Ray Topics: 3,834 Posts: 33,278 Last Post: Lowrance Fuel Flow sensor	3,834	33,278	Lowrance Fuel Flow sensor by HT32BSX115 Today, 04:32 PM
Mercury MerCruiser Sterndrives & Engines Sponsored by Quicksilver Propellers Topics: 85,911 Posts: 668,883 Last Post: Bad fuel or lower shift cable?	85,911	668,883	Bad fuel or lower shift cable? by QBhoy Today, 05:12 PM
Volvo Penta I/O & Inboard Gas Engines & Outdrives Topics: 15,221 Posts: 97,940 Last Post: Volvo Penta 2005 5.7 GXi-f 8cy won’t go over 3k rpms on load	15,221	97,940	Volvo Penta 2005 5.7 GXi-f 8cy won’t go over 3k rpms on load by muc Today, 05:15 PM
OMC I/O & Inboard Engines & Outdrives Topics: 9,277 Posts: 67,824 Last Post: Omc Cobra shift problems---- 5.7 1988	9,277	67,824	Omc Cobra shift problems---- 5.7 1988 by Lou C Today, 01:26 PM
Other Brands of I/O & Inboard Engines & Outdrives Yamaha, Jet Drives, and other Topics: 1,202 Posts: 7,126 Last Post: 1990 Supra with PCM 351 revs to 2000 rpm then struggles. Reverse works fine	1,202	7,126	1990 Supra with PCM 351 revs to 2000 rpm then struggles. Reverse works fine by Bondo June 9th, 2019, 05:08 AM
Diesel Marine Engines Volvo Penta, Detroit Diesel, Yanmar, Cummins, Caterpillar, Perkins, Etc. Topics: 466 Posts: 2,567 Last Post: Can anyone tell me about this Ducati engine ?	466	2,567	Can anyone tell me about this Ducati engine ? by Scott Danforth June 16th, 2019, 05:10 AM
Fishing
Freshwater Fishing Topics: 3,959 Posts: 33,497 Last Post: New techniques or lures to catch bass	3,959	33,497	New techniques or lures to catch bass by Old Ironmaker May 28th, 2019, 05:10 PM
Saltwater Fishing Topics: 1,376 Posts: 9,110 Last Post: Reel oil (recommendations)	1,376	9,110	Reel oil (recommendations) by CS LAURIE March 20th, 2019, 02:16 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: 883 Posts: 9,162 Last Post: Managed to get my post on the forum using Internet Explorer	883	9,162	Managed to get my post on the forum using Internet Explorer by GA_Boater June 14th, 2019, 07:55 AM
Non-Boating Technical Topics Topics: 9,194 Posts: 116,256 Last Post: So, what did you do today?	9,194	116,256	So, what did you do today? by jakedaawg Today, 04:57 PM
Stupid Human Tricks While Boating/Fishing Topics: 2,877 Posts: 38,337 Last Post: Boat Names	2,877	38,337	Boat Names by Watermann June 7th, 2019, 04:13 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: 32,956 Posts: 535,386 Last Post: Random	32,956	535,386	Random by redneck joe Today, 05:55 AM
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