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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: 65,915 Posts: 590,721 Last Post: Really miss not being able to go boating !	65,915	590,721	Really miss not being able to go boating ! by achris Today, 05:03 PM
Trailers and Towing Questions about boat trailer Lights, Winches, Jacks, Rollers & Guides. Share your tow vehicle and ask towing questions. Topics: 12,586 Posts: 144,385 Last Post: Turnsignals not working	12,586	144,385	Turnsignals not working by Illinoid Today, 04:39 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: 16,947 Posts: 112,018 Last Post: wobbly prop	16,947	112,018	wobbly prop by QBhoy Today, 03:26 PM
Boating Activities, Rendezvous and Destinations Find boat rendezvous, activities and popular on the water destinations. Sponsored by Megaware KeelGuard Topics: 3,117 Posts: 33,367 Last Post: Anybody boat in the chicago/northwest indiana region?	3,117	33,367	Anybody boat in the chicago/northwest indiana region? by Merc_man77 Yesterday, 12:46 PM
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: 734 Posts: 4,354 Last Post: Butterfly: sail uncleats	734	4,354	Butterfly: sail uncleats by Mopie November 1st, 2019, 09:30 AM
Pontoons Sponsored by TurboSwing Topics: 4,542 Posts: 40,100 Last Post: Best source of electrical wiring basics for pontoon/boat?	4,542	40,100	Best source of electrical wiring basics for pontoon/boat? by Rich1950 Today, 04:45 PM
Inflatables and RIBs Topics: 2,093 Posts: 19,380 Last Post: Intex Mariner 4 modifications and Tips	2,093	19,380	Intex Mariner 4 modifications and Tips by smeags86 March 23rd, 2020, 12:36 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: 4,061 Posts: 18,390 Last Post: 2001 Yamaha waverunner GP800R - Mikuni carb question	4,061	18,390	2001 Yamaha waverunner GP800R - Mikuni carb question by Mikey N.C. March 6th, 2020, 03:44 PM
Towables and Stand Up Paddleboards Sponsored by Airhead & Sportsstuff Topics: 36 Posts: 199 Last Post: Towing Multiperson Tube	36	199	Towing Multiperson Tube by wahlejim August 23rd, 2019, 10:26 AM
Wakeboarding, Wakesurfing, and Wakeskating Sponsored by Monster Tower Topics: 980 Posts: 8,035 Last Post: Wakeboard Tower	980	8,035	Wakeboard Tower by EricT71 September 14th, 2019, 08:48 AM
Water Skiing Topics: 687 Posts: 6,978 Last Post: Slalom Course?	687	6,978	Slalom Course? by StanleyBaum November 25th, 2019, 11:45 PM
Boating Safety Safety - Tips for staying safe on the water. Topics: 91 Posts: 814 Last Post: Nighttime Boating and Speed (continued with new thread)	91	814	Nighttime Boating and Speed (continued with new thread) by Prophammer April 2nd, 2020, 07:22 PM
Boat Repair and Restoration
Boat Restoration, Building, and Hull Repair sponsored by Spectrum Color Topics: 38,317 Posts: 548,881 Last Post: '96 lund tyee 1850 floor rebuild and foam replacement.	38,317	548,881	'96 lund tyee 1850 floor rebuild and foam replacement. by brunolund Today, 12:31 PM
Steering and Controls Sponsored by Uflex Topics: 1,378 Posts: 6,249 Last Post: New shifter or safety switch for this shifter	1,378	6,249	New shifter or safety switch for this shifter by GA_Boater - Wash Hands - Don't Touch Face - Separate Yesterday, 07:58 PM
Electrical, Electronics, Audio and Trolling Motors Topics: 23,604 Posts: 137,806 Last Post: 1973 mercury 40hp 7pin to 8pin	23,604	137,806	1973 mercury 40hp 7pin to 8pin by GA_Boater - Wash Hands - Don't Touch Face - Separate Today, 03:36 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: 23,012 Posts: 152,179 Last Post: De-winterize questions 2020 Tracker Pro160 w/40hp Merc.	23,012	152,179	De-winterize questions 2020 Tracker Pro160 w/40hp Merc. by Sea Rider April 2nd, 2020, 08:49 AM
Johnson & Evinrude Outboards Topics: 159,381 Posts: 979,774 Last Post: HELP routine Maintenance turned into a nightmare (Water in Bottom Cylinder)	159,381	979,774	HELP routine Maintenance turned into a nightmare (Water in Bottom Cylinder) by jstatham Today, 05:01 PM
Mercury & Mariner Outboards Sponsored by Uflex Topics: 90,424 Posts: 426,986 Last Post: Hydraulic cylinder	90,424	426,986	Hydraulic cylinder by racerone Today, 03:54 PM
Yamaha & Suzuki Outboards Topics: 30,555 Posts: 127,638 Last Post: Lower unit fill/drain plug gaskets	30,555	127,638	Lower unit fill/drain plug gaskets by Sea Rider Today, 08:08 AM
Force & Chrysler Outboards Topics: 28,561 Posts: 165,541 Last Post: 1997 75 HP Force installed Boyesen Reeds	28,561	165,541	1997 75 HP Force installed Boyesen Reeds by vickersfan Today, 03:47 PM
Honda & Tohatsu/Nissan Outboards Topics: 10,153 Posts: 49,407 Last Post: 2007 tohhatsu mfs5b	10,153	49,407	2007 tohhatsu mfs5b by barfly5432 Today, 04:16 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, 03:06 PM
Other Outboard Brands Sponsored by Bel-Ray Topics: 7,093 Posts: 35,719 Last Post: Game fisher 7.5hp fuel question	7,093	35,719	Game fisher 7.5hp fuel question by alloffroad Today, 02:31 PM
Non-Repair I/O and Inboards Discussions not involving troubles or repair. Sponsored by Bel-Ray Topics: 3,847 Posts: 33,697 Last Post: Accurate Digital Tachometer	3,847	33,697	Accurate Digital Tachometer by Bondo Today, 10:44 AM
Mercury MerCruiser Sterndrives & Engines Sponsored by Quicksilver Propellers Topics: 87,132 Posts: 681,044 Last Post: 2007 Merc 6.2L MPI barfing oil	87,132	681,044	2007 Merc 6.2L MPI barfing oil by Oldnbold Today, 04:54 PM
Volvo Penta I/O & Inboard Gas Engines & Outdrives Topics: 15,586 Posts: 101,438 Last Post: EVC Key Error	15,586	101,438	EVC Key Error by muc Today, 09:54 AM
OMC I/O & Inboard Engines & Outdrives Topics: 9,491 Posts: 69,740 Last Post: Looking for bare engine block with pistons	9,491	69,740	Looking for bare engine block with pistons by Lou C Today, 08:07 AM
Other Brands of I/O & Inboard Engines & Outdrives Yamaha, Jet Drives, and other Topics: 1,219 Posts: 7,220 Last Post: Where to start rebuild on inboard shaft	1,219	7,220	Where to start rebuild on inboard shaft by racerone March 26th, 2020, 09:01 AM
Diesel Marine Engines Volvo Penta, Detroit Diesel, Yanmar, Cummins, Caterpillar, Perkins, Etc. Topics: 473 Posts: 2,627 Last Post: Single Diesel vs Twin Gas Inboards	473	2,627	Single Diesel vs Twin Gas Inboards by QBhoy March 24th, 2020, 09:14 PM
Fishing
Freshwater Fishing Topics: 3,969 Posts: 33,579 Last Post: trolling plate	3,969	33,579	trolling plate by norman566 March 6th, 2020, 08:56 AM
Saltwater Fishing Topics: 1,383 Posts: 9,179 Last Post: Boca ceiga bay fishing	1,383	9,179	Boca ceiga bay fishing by DeepCMark58A March 19th, 2020, 05:15 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: 938 Posts: 9,620 Last Post: Boy it took a bit to log in!	938	9,620	Boy it took a bit to log in! by GA_Boater - Wash Hands - Don't Touch Face - Separate March 30th, 2020, 06:46 PM
Non-Boating Technical Topics Topics: 9,253 Posts: 117,148 Last Post: Model Airplanes	9,253	117,148	Model Airplanes by sam am I April 2nd, 2020, 10:32 PM
Stupid Human Tricks While Boating/Fishing Topics: 2,887 Posts: 38,389 Last Post: Drifting Boat.-	2,887	38,389	Drifting Boat.- by cptbill March 24th, 2020, 11:54 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: 33,175 Posts: 541,024 Last Post: ....stocking up for Corona virus	33,175	541,024	....stocking up for Corona virus by MRS Today, 04:17 PM
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