The Adlard Coles Book of Diesel Engines, previously published as The RYA Book of Diesel Engines, is aimed at boatowners rather than experienced mechanics.
In clear, jargon-free language, this guide - aimed at boat-owners rather than mechanics - explains how a diesel engine works and how to look after it, and takes into account developments in engine technology.
&Quot;By means of superb step by step photos and detailed diagrams, Jean-Luc Pallas explains in simple terms the operation of a diesel engine, and shows how to maintain as well as repair it should it break down."--BOOK JACKET.
The perfect format for quick reference on board, this book will help skippers fix troublesome engines themselves, avoiding costly engineer fees if the problem is simple to sort out, or enabling an emergency patch-up for a more serious ...
This is a visual, hand-holding guide, dwelling on the practical details of upgrading every aspect of a tired boat's interior and related systems as it explains each procedure rather than focussing on the theory (which is relegated to an ...
This is a visual, hand-holding guide, dwelling on the details as it explains each procedure rather than focussing on the theory (which is relegated to an appendix, for those who wish to go further).
Clear and logical, this extensively illustrated guide will enable the reader to be their own diesel mechanic. As Nigel Calder says: 'there is no reason for a boatowner not to have a troublefree relationship with a diesel engine.
By means of superb photos and diagrams, Pallas explains int simple terms the operation of a diesel engine and shows how to maintain and repair it should it break down. This book will be an invaluable reference for when things go wrong.