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  1. NYBo

    Overheating

    I started my brand new Honda 50. I first tried on muffs. Nothing from the telltale and the overheating alarm sounded after a couple of minutes. Then I tried on the muffs with the lower unit submerged in a large Rubbermaid bin. Same thing. Then tried in the bin without the muffs and with water...
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    Firefox 64.0

    Just started today. Clearing cookies and cache didn't help. No problem in MS Edge.
  3. NYBo

    Starcraft heartbreaker

    After driving past it for about 10 years, I decided to stop and check out an apparently abandoned boat next to an apparently abandoned gas station. Based on the HIN, it is a 1976 Starcraft tinny with a mini cabin. Not sure of the model; it looks like an Isander based on what I've seen on iBoats...
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    Lake water system

    I get my domestic water supply from my lake. The previous owner set up two separate but interconnected supply systems: 1. Submersible pump hanging off my dock. This is currently my active system but the pressure the pump can supply is dropping and I have a feeling the pump is on the way out. 2...
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    Firefox

    With the latest update to Firefox (60.0b4, 32-bit), the site is jumbled up. Anyone else having this problem. No problem with Chrome.
  6. NYBo

    Marking forums "read"

    There no longer appears to be a way to mark any forum areas as read. Before the upgrade, some forum areas lacked this feature; now, it appears to have disappeared entirely.
  7. NYBo

    Logging in from multiple platforms

    I was able to change my password and can log in from my PC, but not from my iPhone or may Android tablet using the same username and password. The site tells me, "Sorry, unrecognized username or password." Anyone else having a similar problem?
  8. NYBo

    Battery location

    My starting battery, in a battery box, is currently located on the starboard side platform behind the deck. (The permanent gas tank is on a matching platform on the port side.) Would it make more sense to mount it in the rear seat compartment, proviing I ensure adequate ventilation?
  9. NYBo

    Replacement prop for pontoon boat

    Since I managed to "explore" the lake bed a little when pulling out my boat for the season, I figured I would buy a new prop and use the original as a spare (after getting it repaired, of course). The current prop, a 9" pitch, got me to about 5400 RPM and 18 MPH, both of which seem reasonable...
  10. NYBo

    What year is my motor?

    I am unable to figure out the year of my 40 HP Merc. No stickers under to cowl or ID plate on the transom bracket. It's a 4 cylinder, 2 stroke with an oil tank inside the cowl.
  11. NYBo

    HIN location

    Is there a standard location for the HIN on pontoon boats? I can't find mine!
  12. NYBo

    "Working..."

    Getting that old bugaboo message "Working..." for an extended time when replying to a post. I have to refresh the page to get it to stop and dislay my reply. Anyone else having this problem?
  13. NYBo

    Capacity, 18" Grumman 'toon

    The capacity plate on the 'toon in my signature has the pertinent numbers worn off. Research shows me the HP rating is 50, but I can't find the rating for weight and persons. Anyone have a similar boat?
  14. NYBo

    Boat lift cradle for 'toon

    I picked up a cantilever boat lift real cheap, intending to use it for my bowrider. However, I'd like to modify it so I can also park my pontoon boat on it. Would it be adequate support for the pontoons to use 2x lumber laid flat for them to rest on? I would use another 2x attached at right...
  15. NYBo

    Rear antisway bar on tow vehicle

    My tow vehicle ('07 Dodge Ram 4WD) has a tow package. What it doesn't have is a rear antisway bar. I'm wondering adding one would affect towing either positively or negatively. Thoughts?
  16. NYBo

    Mounting a kicker

    Having been left stranded about a mile off shore on her maiden voyage, I am considering a kicker motor for my 'toon. This would also come in handy trolling for lake trout and landlocked salmon. I am at a loss as to how to mount said kicker. The transom is too narrow for two outboards. What are...
  17. NYBo

    iBOATS online store

    Is the iBOATS online store down? I haven't been able to access it for a few days.
  18. NYBo

    New feature!

    In the topic list, if you look at the icon to the left of the topic title, you may see a small green square with a little white arrow superimposed over the regular icon. That indicates you have posted in that topic. If you hover your pointer over the new icon, it will tell you how many replies...
  19. NYBo

    Daylight Savings Time

    It doesn't appear that the forum has kept track of the change back to standard time. I double-checked my user settings, and they are correct (correct time zone, DST set to automatic).
  20. NYBo

    National Safe Boating Week

    National Safe Boating Week starts this Saturday, 5/16, and runs through Friday, 5/22. While EVERY week should be a Safe Boating Week, NSBW activities include public awareness programs sponsored by the US Power Squadrons and US Coast Guard Auxiliary. Look for information booths and free vessel...
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