| Description |
xiv, 305 pages : illustrations ; ; 24 cm |
| Note |
Includes index. |
| Contents |
PArt 1: Systems overview -- The nature of the beast -- Understanding marine engines -- Marine engine cooling systems -- Belts and hoses -- Fuel, lube oil, and filtration systems -- The marine transmission and power-take-off -- The mechanical/electrical interface -- Marine exhaust systems -- Rudders and steering -- Part 2: Troubleshooting -- Engine troubleshooting by symptom -- Trobleshooting with the five senses: diesel engines -- Trobleshooting with the five senses: gasoline engines -- Trobleshooting with the five senses: cabin and engine room -- Trobleshooting with the five senses: transmissions and power-take-offs -- Trobleshooting with the five senses: steering and engine controls -- Part 3: The resourceful boat mechanic -- Detection of cracks, leaks, and other defects in vital parts -- Shaft and engine alignment. |
| Subject |
Boats and boating -- Maintenance and repair.
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Motorboats -- Motors -- Maintenance and repair.
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Sailboats -- Auxiliary engines -- Maintenance and repair.
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| ISBN |
9780071445054 paperback alkaline paper |
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0071445056 paperback alkaline paper |
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