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 Efforts to improve the technology, user interface and site performance have revealed weaknesses in the platform and outdated software our site uses.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 We recognize the user experience is slow and there are bugs from the outdated software.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: 66,619 Posts: 596,345 Last Post: Looking to purchase family boat	66,619	596,345	Looking to purchase family boat by tpenfield Today, 06:46 AM
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
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: 737 Posts: 4,365 Last Post: I just got an ensenada 20!!😁Anyone know anything about these?	737	4,365	I just got an ensenada 20!!😁Anyone know anything about these? by tpenfield September 27th, 2020, 03:14 PM
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: 555,666 Last Post: Replacing my deck	38,824	555,666	Replacing my deck by Scott Danforth Today, 05:17 AM
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: 24,003 Posts: 139,931 Last Post: Bayliner Trophy/OMC Cobra Voltage Leak ("Hot Boat")	24,003	139,931	Bayliner Trophy/OMC Cobra Voltage Leak ("Hot Boat") by Copperhead300 Today, 07:13 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: 23,074 Posts: 152,612 Last Post: What size kicker motor would you recommend? And what type?	23,074	152,612	What size kicker motor would you recommend? And what type? by Sea Rider Yesterday, 09:49 AM
Johnson & Evinrude Outboards Topics: 160,979 Posts: 991,611 Last Post: 4hp johnson running hot	160,979	991,611	4hp johnson running hot by Crosbyman Today, 07:58 AM
Mercury & Mariner Outboards Sponsored by Uflex Topics: 91,472 Posts: 432,506 Last Post: Force 9.9 15 No spark	91,472	432,506	Force 9.9 15 No spark by Wade G Today, 08:02 AM
Yamaha & Suzuki Outboards Topics: 30,848 Posts: 128,655 Last Post: 02 yamaha 50tlra 2 stroke idle adjustment idle to high	30,848	128,655	02 yamaha 50tlra 2 stroke idle adjustment idle to high by Toontimeshadow Today, 06:23 AM
Force & Chrysler Outboards Topics: 28,907 Posts: 168,368 Last Post: 1994 Force 40hp - Tilt and Trim leaking down	28,907	168,368	1994 Force 40hp - Tilt and Trim leaking down by Bevo2000 Today, 08:02 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: 35,986 Last Post: Firestone 2hp 10A130 restoration project	7,147	35,986	Firestone 2hp 10A130 restoration project by Plankwalker Yesterday, 03:53 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: 88,872 Posts: 696,887 Last Post: Winter Antifreeze methods for 5.0MPI	88,872	696,887	Winter Antifreeze methods for 5.0MPI by alldodge Today, 08:03 AM
Volvo Penta I/O & Inboard Gas Engines & Outdrives Topics: 16,193 Posts: 105,683 Last Post: Lower Unit Gear Lube oil Change	16,193	105,683	Lower Unit Gear Lube oil Change by LKG4ME Today, 07:58 AM
OMC I/O & Inboard Engines & Outdrives Topics: 9,765 Posts: 71,838 Last Post: 1989 5.7 OMC engine turns but won’t fire	9,765	71,838	1989 5.7 OMC engine turns but won’t fire by Nick_1988 5.7 OMC Yesterday, 05:14 PM
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
Diesel Marine Engines Volvo Penta, Detroit Diesel, Yanmar, Cummins, Caterpillar, Perkins, Etc. Topics: 480 Posts: 2,654 Last Post: Volvo Sail drive bolt patterns	480	2,654	Volvo Sail drive bolt patterns by angelamorris September 28th, 2020, 09:34 AM
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: 117,652 Last Post: Best clearcoat safe tree sap remover?	9,296	117,652	Best clearcoat safe tree sap remover? by FunInDuhSun Yesterday, 05:52 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
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: 33,304 Posts: 545,036 Last Post: Best Boat Chase Movie?	33,304	545,036	Best Boat Chase Movie? by SamuelLewwonard Today, 02:03 AM
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