The Boat Repair Bible: A Comprehensive Repair Guide for Power and Sail

Covers the most common types of damage likely to occur to boats of all types. Hull and deck repairs including fibreglass, wood, steel and ferro-cement, showing how to deal with everything from leaks to serious impact damage. Standing and running rigging are covered as are deck fittings, hatches and steering gear. The section on general mechanics shows how to fix problems with a split fuel/water tank and leaking hydraulics, whilst electrical repairs cover tracing loose connections, replacing damaged wiring and fixing navigation instruments. The myriad of issues that can arise with the engine are covered in great detail, from how to deal with water in the fuel system to replacing the propeller and its shaft. As an added bonus covers repairing upholstery, and fixing problematic heads.

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Number of Pages	304
Illustrated	photos & illus.
Format	hardcover
Date	2012
ISBN	1408133210
ISBN13	9781408133217

Price:	$49.00

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