Second edition - more than 8,000 copies sold worldwide With over 350 illustrations, this book shows you everything you need to know to maintain a marine diesel system - winterize the diesel system, protect from heat and humidity, and recommision to ensure reliable and trouble-free service. • step-by-step instructions in clear, simple drawings • explains the complete system - fuel, lubrication, cooling, breathing, electrical, running gear (shaft, stuffing box, propeller) • lists all necessary tools and supplies to get each task done • covers sailboats, motorboats and canalboats • indirect and direct cooled diesel engines • saildrives - maintenance, lay-up, recommission Maximize the joy and freedom of being out on the water, knowing your diesel system is properly maintained and a reliable and robust friend in all conditions. Marine Diesel Basics shows you how. Praise for the 1st edition: “. . . The best guide on the subject I’ve seen, this book has a place on every diesel equipped boat.“ – Sail Magazine “Essential material for anybody just starting out on diesel engines due to its clear illustrations...I highly recommend it.” – Good Old Boat “As good a guide as you’ll get.” – Australian Sailing “Clearly knows the subject intimately and has the rare gift of being able to transfer his knowledge to the reader in an extremely easy-to-understand manner." – Sailboat Cruising This book is the first in the Marine Diesel Basics series. MDB2 - How Things Work & Installation Guidelines will be published in summer 2022.
Marine Diesel Basics 1: Maintenance, Lay-Up, Winter Protection, Tropical Storage and Spring Recommission
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Author: Berwick, Dennison
Binding: Paperback
ISBN: 9780981123356
Details:
Author: Berwick, Dennison
Binding: Paperback
Number Of Pages: 227
Release Date: 03-03-2022
Package Dimensions: 9.3 x 6.2 x 0.6 inches Languages: English
EAN: 9780981123356
