Diesel Troubleshooter for Boats: Diesel Troubleshooting for Yachts, Motor Cruisers and Canal Boats

Author:   Don Seddon
Publisher:   Fernhurst Books Limited
Edition:   2nd edition
ISBN:  

9781898660811


Pages:   98
Publication Date:   30 September 2001
Format:   Paperback
Availability:   In Print   Availability explained
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Diesel Troubleshooter for Boats: Diesel Troubleshooting for Yachts, Motor Cruisers and Canal Boats


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If 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

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Author:   Don Seddon
Publisher:   Fernhurst Books Limited
Imprint:   Fernhurst Books
Edition:   2nd edition
Dimensions:   Width: 17.00cm , Height: 0.60cm , Length: 24.00cm
Weight:   0.284kg
ISBN:  

9781898660811


ISBN 10:   1898660816
Pages:   98
Publication Date:   30 September 2001
Audience:   General/trade
Format:   Paperback
Publisher's Status:   Active
Availability:   In Print   Availability explained
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Table of Contents

Foreword; 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 spares

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This book should be in every diesel-engine owner's library. (Cruising World). The book is clearly illustrated. (Cruising).


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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.

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