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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: 66,338 Posts: 594,054 Last Post: upper gearcase dipstick seal	66,338	594,054	upper gearcase dipstick seal by alldodge Today, 08:59 AM
Trailers and Towing Questions about boat trailer Lights, Winches, Jacks, Rollers & Guides. Share your tow vehicle and ask towing questions. Topics: 12,692 Posts: 145,245 Last Post: Trailer Brake Question	12,692	145,245	Trailer Brake Question by alldodge Today, 08:25 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: 17,106 Posts: 113,310 Last Post: Prop size suggestions?	17,106	113,310	Prop size suggestions? by Sea Rider Today, 09:01 AM
Boating Activities, Rendezvous and Destinations Find boat rendezvous, activities and popular on the water destinations. Sponsored by Megaware KeelGuard Topics: 3,118 Posts: 33,380 Last Post: 1969 Larson Shark 185	3,118	33,380	1969 Larson Shark 185 by slowneasy Yesterday, 06:08 AM
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: 735 Posts: 4,356 Last Post: Propping Right a 45 Ft Sailboat.-	735	4,356	Propping Right a 45 Ft Sailboat.- by chris.olson July 8th, 2020, 08:49 PM
Pontoons Sponsored by TurboSwing Topics: 4,577 Posts: 40,302 Last Post: Toon Tube damage repair	4,577	40,302	Toon Tube damage repair by Starcraft5834 Today, 08:17 AM
Inflatables and RIBs Topics: 2,119 Posts: 19,502 Last Post: Used higher quality SIB/RIB vs new cheapie	2,119	19,502	Used higher quality SIB/RIB vs new cheapie by simko Today, 08:12 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: 4,077 Posts: 18,453 Last Post: Sport Jet 90 Black to Red Stator Conversion - With Pics	4,077	18,453	Sport Jet 90 Black to Red Stator Conversion - With Pics by GA_Boater Yesterday, 04:11 PM
Towables and Stand Up Paddleboards Sponsored by Airhead & Sportsstuff Topics: 37 Posts: 208 Last Post: Call I pull a tube with my boat?	37	208	Call I pull a tube with my boat? by jebby June 29th, 2020, 01:00 PM
Wakeboarding, Wakesurfing, and Wakeskating Sponsored by Monster Tower Topics: 986 Posts: 8,051 Last Post: 90's Master Craft	986	8,051	90's Master Craft by jbcurt00 Yesterday, 03:26 PM
Water Skiing Topics: 690 Posts: 6,991 Last Post: Master Craft Boats	690	6,991	Master Craft Boats by Tim in TN Yesterday, 09:35 AM
Boating Safety Safety - Tips for staying safe on the water. Topics: 93 Posts: 837 Last Post: Full Power with Seats Next to Engine	93	837	Full Power with Seats Next to Engine by PITBoat Yesterday, 08:09 PM
Boat Repair and Restoration
Boat Restoration, Building, and Hull Repair sponsored by Spectrum Color Topics: 38,624 Posts: 552,789 Last Post: More than I can chew	38,624	552,789	More than I can chew by archbuilder Today, 08:18 AM
Steering and Controls Sponsored by Uflex Topics: 1,486 Posts: 6,708 Last Post: Issues turning left	1,486	6,708	Issues turning left by alldodge Today, 08:57 AM
Electrical, Electronics, Audio and Trolling Motors Topics: 23,860 Posts: 139,176 Last Post: Battery set-up	23,860	139,176	Battery set-up by mike_i Today, 09:17 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, 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: 23,047 Posts: 152,437 Last Post: Johnson 120 year by serial number G2307161	23,047	152,437	Johnson 120 year by serial number G2307161 by JimS123 Today, 06:52 AM
Johnson & Evinrude Outboards Topics: 160,377 Posts: 987,051 Last Post: 1989 Johnson 25 HP. Multiple Issues	160,377	987,051	1989 Johnson 25 HP. Multiple Issues by Jlockler Today, 08:31 AM
Mercury & Mariner Outboards Sponsored by Uflex Topics: 91,023 Posts: 430,224 Last Post: 1979 80hp	91,023	430,224	1979 80hp by Chris1956 Today, 08:25 AM
Yamaha & Suzuki Outboards Topics: 30,732 Posts: 128,274 Last Post: New Suzuki 30hp.	30,732	128,274	New Suzuki 30hp. by Easlo Today, 08:14 AM
Force & Chrysler Outboards Topics: 28,750 Posts: 167,015 Last Post: 1985 Force 85hp (856F5A) spark plug questions	28,750	167,015	1985 Force 85hp (856F5A) spark plug questions by ToonTy Today, 05:27 AM
Honda & Tohatsu/Nissan Outboards Topics: 10,246 Posts: 50,035 Last Post: Honda Outboard.	10,246	50,035	Honda Outboard. by ahicks Today, 08:31 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, 03:06 PM
Other Outboard Brands Sponsored by Bel-Ray Topics: 7,121 Posts: 35,880 Last Post: Montgomery Ward 1947 Sea King	7,121	35,880	Montgomery Ward 1947 Sea King by F_R Yesterday, 02:22 PM
Non-Repair I/O and Inboards Discussions not involving troubles or repair. Sponsored by Bel-Ray Topics: 3,867 Posts: 33,883 Last Post: Permanent magnet gear reduction starter...	3,867	33,883	Permanent magnet gear reduction starter... by Lou C July 10th, 2020, 09:01 AM
Mercury MerCruiser Sterndrives & Engines Sponsored by Quicksilver Propellers Topics: 88,136 Posts: 690,089 Last Post: Merc 3.0 won't start - but looks like things are workin'	88,136	690,089	Merc 3.0 won't start - but looks like things are workin' by achris Today, 09:13 AM
Volvo Penta I/O & Inboard Gas Engines & Outdrives Topics: 15,967 Posts: 103,948 Last Post: 1999 Volvo 5.0 gxi starting issues	15,967	103,948	1999 Volvo 5.0 gxi starting issues by BRICH1260 Today, 09:18 AM
OMC I/O & Inboard Engines & Outdrives Topics: 9,656 Posts: 70,979 Last Post: OMC 3.0 to Volvo Penta 275	9,656	70,979	OMC 3.0 to Volvo Penta 275 by alldodge Today, 08:49 AM
Other Brands of I/O & Inboard Engines & Outdrives Yamaha, Jet Drives, and other Topics: 1,245 Posts: 7,387 Last Post: Yellow Thin Liquid in Engine Compartment	1,245	7,387	Yellow Thin Liquid in Engine Compartment by tpenfield Today, 03:23 AM
Diesel Marine Engines Volvo Penta, Detroit Diesel, Yanmar, Cummins, Caterpillar, Perkins, Etc. Topics: 476 Posts: 2,643 Last Post: Vm motori/mercruiser	476	2,643	Vm motori/mercruiser by Isandler July 8th, 2020, 12:09 PM
Fishing
Freshwater Fishing Topics: 3,972 Posts: 33,624 Last Post: mooching/downrigging reels	3,972	33,624	mooching/downrigging reels by dingbat July 9th, 2020, 02:03 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: 975 Posts: 9,929 Last Post: not working right	975	9,929	not working right by redneck joe July 11th, 2020, 11:20 AM
Non-Boating Technical Topics Topics: 9,274 Posts: 117,396 Last Post: So, what did you do today?	9,274	117,396	So, what did you do today? by jakedaawg Today, 07:47 AM
Stupid Human Tricks While Boating/Fishing Topics: 2,893 Posts: 38,433 Last Post: DONT'T open trim cap while DOWN!	2,893	38,433	DONT'T open trim cap while DOWN! by Jwoyton3 June 17th, 2020, 10:44 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: 33,244 Posts: 543,022 Last Post: Am I out of line?	33,244	543,022	Am I out of line? by jebby Today, 08:00 AM
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