Marine Diesel Basics 1

Second edition - more than 10,000 copies sold worldwide in 7 languagesWith 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 recommission 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, recommissionMaximize 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 CruisingThis book is the first in the Marine Diesel Basics series and the companion to the MDB Maintenance Logbooks for single engine and twin engine installations.Marine diesel Basics 2 - How Everything Works, Installation Guidelines, Best Practices is 680 pages, with 2700+ drawings, and published in two volumes.