
Diesels Afloat
The Must-Have Guide for Diesel Boat Engines
Pat Manley(Author)
Wiley (Publisher)
Published on 4. April 2007
Book
Hardback
300 pages
978-0-470-06176-3 (ISBN)
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Description
Diesel engines are installed in just about every yacht and in most large motorboats. This book explains how to prevent problems, troubleshoot and make repairs using safe techniques. It will help you save money on expensive bills for yard work you could do yourself. Diesels Afloat covers everything from how the diesel engine works to engine electrics, from fault finding to out of season lay-up. With this guide and your engine's manual you can be confident in dealing with any problem, and get the best performance from your boat.
Reviews / Votes
"...you will definitely find it an interesting read...if you get stuck on water, you'll be glad you've got it." (Motor Boats Monthly, June 2007). "From the invention of the diesel engine to maintenance and troubleshooting, this comprehensive guide has it all...thorough and accessible." (Yachting Monthly, June 2007). "If you have a diesel engine in your boat, keep this book afloat with it..." (Boat Mart, August 2007).More details
Language
English
Place of publication
New York
United States
Illustrations
182 Diagrams; 370 Halftones, color
Dimensions
Height: 215 mm
Width: 172 mm
Weight
766 gr
ISBN-13
978-0-470-06176-3 (9780470061763)
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Book
03/2022
2nd Edition
Fernhurst Books Limited
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E-Book
04/2007
1st Edition
Wiley
€31.79
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Person
Pat Manley is a keen sailor and one of Practical Boat Owner magazine's team of experts, answering readers' questions. He is author of Fernhurst Book's Simple Boat Maintenance, Essential Boat Electrics, Electrics Companion, Diesel Companion and Practical Navigation.
Content
Preface; Introduction; The Diesel Engine; The Fuel System; The Engine Colling System; Lubrication; The Air System; Engine Electrics; The Gearbox; Drive Belts; Throttle & Gear Selection; Electronic Engine Management; Propellers; Prevention of Faults; Troubleshooting; Maintenance; Winterisation; Recommissioning; Engine Compartment Fire Extinguishers; Tools; Index