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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: 65,371 Posts: 585,383 Last Post: Nobody knows what this is?	65,371	585,383	Nobody knows what this is? by Hemmer Today, 05:00 PM
Trailers and Towing Questions about boat trailer Lights, Winches, Jacks, Rollers & Guides. Share your tow vehicle and ask towing questions. Topics: 12,488 Posts: 143,140 Last Post: Can I activate surge brakes while parked/detached?	12,488	143,140	Can I activate surge brakes while parked/detached? by madsonp Yesterday, 05:25 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: 16,796 Posts: 110,085 Last Post: Wrong Prop??	16,796	110,085	Wrong Prop?? by AllDodge Today, 04:58 PM
Boating Activities, Rendezvous and Destinations Find boat rendezvous, activities and popular on the water destinations. Sponsored by Megaware KeelGuard Topics: 3,132 Posts: 33,332 Last Post: Travelling from Pompano Z Beach to Islamaroda with my Bowrider	3,132	33,332	Travelling from Pompano Z Beach to Islamaroda with my Bowrider by cptbill Today, 11:33 AM
iboats Boating Cartoon Topics: 339 Posts: 923 Last Post: Peter backs boat down the ramp like a pro	339	923	Peter backs boat down the ramp like a pro by chevegan July 5th, 2019, 01:44 PM
Sailing Find out popular sailing destinations, tips and tricks and all things related to sail boats. Topics: 731 Posts: 4,330 Last Post: Need help with replacing the ropes on Monark M-1 centerboards	731	4,330	Need help with replacing the ropes on Monark M-1 centerboards by southkogs July 15th, 2019, 12:07 PM
Pontoons Sponsored by TurboSwing Topics: 4,470 Posts: 39,508 Last Post: 1999 sun tracker 90hp only getting 4100 rpm	4,470	39,508	1999 sun tracker 90hp only getting 4100 rpm by Silvertip Yesterday, 04:56 PM
Inflatables and RIBs Topics: 2,077 Posts: 19,260 Last Post: Help me figure out best motor for my 14' inflatable	2,077	19,260	Help me figure out best motor for my 14' inflatable by roykirk Yesterday, 07:04 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: 4,035 Posts: 18,248 Last Post: 1998 Sea Doo GTI	4,035	18,248	1998 Sea Doo GTI by AllDodge Yesterday, 01:29 PM
Towables and Stand Up Paddleboards Sponsored by Airhead & Sportsstuff Topics: 34 Posts: 186 Last Post: Tubes keep ripping	34	186	Tubes keep ripping by MadKaw July 14th, 2019, 06:38 PM
Wakeboarding, Wakesurfing, and Wakeskating Sponsored by Monster Tower Topics: 979 Posts: 8,032 Last Post: ropes	979	8,032	ropes by AllDodge July 12th, 2019, 03:46 PM
Water Skiing Topics: 683 Posts: 6,955 Last Post: Will My Boat work?	683	6,955	Will My Boat work? by flyingscott July 5th, 2019, 12:46 PM
Boating Safety Safety - Tips for staying safe on the water. Topics: 85 Posts: 745 Last Post: Boat Accident on Des Moines River	85	745	Boat Accident on Des Moines River by Grub54891 July 14th, 2019, 05:31 AM
Boat Repair and Restoration
Boat Restoration, Building, and Hull Repair sponsored by Spectrum Color Topics: 37,939 Posts: 541,840 Last Post: Thru hull drain fitting. Possible unicorn item	37,939	541,840	Thru hull drain fitting. Possible unicorn item by Scott Danforth Today, 04:50 PM
Steering and Controls Sponsored by Uflex Topics: 1,288 Posts: 5,801 Last Post: "chirping" noise coming from outdrive when in gear	1,288	5,801	"chirping" noise coming from outdrive when in gear by JBtwist Today, 03:57 PM
Electrical, Electronics, Audio and Trolling Motors Topics: 23,402 Posts: 136,618 Last Post: Gas Gauge sender	23,402	136,618	Gas Gauge sender by AllDodge Today, 07:31 AM
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: 23,570 Posts: 152,098 Last Post: Evinrude 225 piston ring locator pin	23,570	152,098	Evinrude 225 piston ring locator pin by robert graham Today, 02:59 PM
Johnson & Evinrude Outboards Topics: 158,435 Posts: 970,263 Last Post: 78 Stinger75 starts and runs fine on land	158,435	970,263	78 Stinger75 starts and runs fine on land by biggizmo Today, 05:01 PM
Mercury & Mariner Outboards Sponsored by Uflex Topics: 89,800 Posts: 422,693 Last Post: Merc 400 - Lower Unit Help	89,800	422,693	Merc 400 - Lower Unit Help by racerone Today, 03:48 PM
Yamaha & Suzuki Outboards Topics: 30,351 Posts: 126,701 Last Post: 2016 Suzuki 9.9hp died and wont restart	30,351	126,701	2016 Suzuki 9.9hp died and wont restart by Elkins45 Today, 10:27 AM
Force & Chrysler Outboards Topics: 28,351 Posts: 162,985 Last Post: 1998 75 HP Force Carb Rebuilding Kit??	28,351	162,985	1998 75 HP Force Carb Rebuilding Kit?? by Midaxis Today, 01:13 PM
Honda & Tohatsu/Nissan Outboards Topics: 10,042 Posts: 48,668 Last Post: Removing mounted remote from tohatsu 9.9hp	10,042	48,668	Removing mounted remote from tohatsu 9.9hp by pvanv Today, 10:40 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: 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: 7,056 Posts: 35,529 Last Post: Please help with Impeller replacement. Gale Goodyear SeaBee Model# 025-3569	7,056	35,529	Please help with Impeller replacement. Gale Goodyear SeaBee Model# 025-3569 by racerone Yesterday, 08:15 AM
Non-Repair I/O and Inboards Discussions not involving troubles or repair. Sponsored by Bel-Ray Topics: 3,812 Posts: 33,297 Last Post: Portable fuel tank	3,812	33,297	Portable fuel tank by carburated Today, 03:05 PM
Mercury MerCruiser Sterndrives & Engines Sponsored by Quicksilver Propellers Topics: 86,217 Posts: 671,465 Last Post: Timing mercruiser 140 (181) from 1980	86,217	671,465	Timing mercruiser 140 (181) from 1980 by Niels45 Today, 10:47 AM
Volvo Penta I/O & Inboard Gas Engines & Outdrives Topics: 15,327 Posts: 98,761 Last Post: Volvo Penta Diesel Timing Belt failure	15,327	98,761	Volvo Penta Diesel Timing Belt failure by GA_Boater Today, 08:57 AM
OMC I/O & Inboard Engines & Outdrives Topics: 9,346 Posts: 68,364 Last Post: Adding an In line Fuel Filter to Inboard motor	9,346	68,364	Adding an In line Fuel Filter to Inboard motor by Lou C Today, 01:21 PM
Other Brands of I/O & Inboard Engines & Outdrives Yamaha, Jet Drives, and other Topics: 1,209 Posts: 7,150 Last Post: Yamaha sterndrive speedo hose disconnected	1,209	7,150	Yamaha sterndrive speedo hose disconnected by 77searay197 Today, 05:49 AM
Diesel Marine Engines Volvo Penta, Detroit Diesel, Yanmar, Cummins, Caterpillar, Perkins, Etc. Topics: 467 Posts: 2,578 Last Post: Manifold - Needed	467	2,578	Manifold - Needed by Scott Danforth July 11th, 2019, 09:48 AM
Fishing
Freshwater Fishing Topics: 3,961 Posts: 33,506 Last Post: Bass opened Sat 12 AM here in Ontario	3,961	33,506	Bass opened Sat 12 AM here in Ontario by 82rude July 7th, 2019, 05:22 PM
Saltwater Fishing Topics: 1,378 Posts: 9,117 Last Post: Davis Rock Stoppers	1,378	9,117	Davis Rock Stoppers by achris July 13th, 2019, 10:57 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: 895 Posts: 9,231 Last Post: Gateway errors	895	9,231	Gateway errors by GA_Boater July 16th, 2019, 10:26 PM
Non-Boating Technical Topics Topics: 9,204 Posts: 116,400 Last Post: The value of DIY	9,204	116,400	The value of DIY by bigdee Today, 02:32 PM
Stupid Human Tricks While Boating/Fishing Topics: 2,882 Posts: 38,355 Last Post: Saw a launch failure today	2,882	38,355	Saw a launch failure today by jakedaawg Yesterday, 08:15 AM
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: 32,980 Posts: 535,764 Last Post: It’s always the wife selling the boat.	32,980	535,764	It’s always the wife selling the boat. by jakedaawg Today, 10:34 AM
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