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OverviewIf your engine breaks down at sea there is no mechanic (and no hard shoulder). Diesel Troubleshooter is there to help you go to work with confidence. This book is great for fixing yachts, motor cruisers and canal boats. The essentials are all covered: good engine practice, preventative maintenance and troubleshooting. For those who want to know more, there is also information on fuel, cooling, lubrication, installation and much more. AUTHOR: Don Seddon's interest in sailing started in 1978 when his family moved to Hayling Island. He has since owned over 5 boats with diesel or petrol engines. He worked in the fluid power industry as a designer and manufacturer of hydraulic valves and systems. After semi-retirement he qualified as a Commercial Yachtmaster and has circumnavigated the world in a Blue Water Rally. He is a Chartered Mechanical Engineer. 102 photos, 34 diagrams Full Product DetailsAuthor: Don SeddonPublisher: Fernhurst Books Limited Imprint: Fernhurst Books Edition: 2nd edition Dimensions: Width: 17.00cm , Height: 0.60cm , Length: 24.00cm Weight: 0.284kg ISBN: 9781898660811ISBN 10: 1898660816 Pages: 98 Publication Date: 30 September 2001 Audience: General/trade Format: Paperback Publisher's Status: Active Availability: In Print ![]() This item will be ordered in for you from one of our suppliers. Upon receipt, we will promptly dispatch it out to you. For in store availability, please contact us. Table of ContentsForeword; How it works; Fuel; Air; Cooling; Lubrication; Electrical systems; Installation; Gearboxes; Avoiding disasters & service schedule; Good engine practice; Troubleshooting flow chart; Troubleshooting in detail; Laying up; Onboard engine sparesReviewsThis book should be in every diesel-engine owner's library. (Cruising World). The book is clearly illustrated. (Cruising). Author InformationDon Seddon's interest in sailing started in 1978 when his family moved to Hayling Island. He has since owned over 5 boats with diesel or petrol engines. He worked in the fluid power industry as a designer and manufacturer of hydraulic valves and systems. After semi-retirement he qualified as a Commercial Yachtmaster and has circumnavigated the world in a Blue Water Rally. He is a Chartered Mechanical Engineer. Tab Content 6Author Website:Countries AvailableAll regions |