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2023

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Complete Marine Diesel Maintenance Guide for Sailboats, Motorboats and Canal Boats – 144+ Essential Tasks with Clear Drawings & Easy-to-Follow InstructionsTake control of your boat’s engine maintenance with this comprehensive, easy-to-use guide designed for owners of sailboats, motorboats, and narrowboats. Whether you're a seasoned sailor or a beginner, this book is your ultimate resource for keeping your marine diesel engine in top shape. Packed w...

£9.49

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2023

EN

Complete Marine Diesel Maintenance Guide for Sailboats, Motorboats and Canal Boats – 144+ Essential Tasks with Clear Drawings & Easy-to-Follow InstructionsTake control of your boat’s engine maintenance with this comprehensive, easy-to-use guide designed for owners of sailboats, motorboats, and narrowboats. Whether you're a seasoned sailor or a beginner, this book is your ultimate resource for keeping your marine diesel engine in top shape. Packed w...

£9.49

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2022

EN

Second edition - more than 9,000 copies sold worldwideWith 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, pro...

£6.99

2022

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Second edition - more than 9,000 copies sold worldwideWith 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, pro...

£6.99

5 out of 5 stars based on 3 reviews

2006

EN

Praise for this boating classic:“The most up-to-date and readable book we've seen on the subject.”—Sailing World“Deserves a place on any diesel-powered boat.”—Motor Boat & Yachting“Clear, logical, and even interesting to read.”—Cruising WorldKeep your diesel engine going with help from a master mechanicMarine Diesel Engines has been the bible for do-it-yourself boatowners for more ...

£17.99

5 out of 5 stars based on 3 reviews

2006

EN

Praise for this boating classic:“The most up-to-date and readable book we've seen on the subject.”—Sailing World“Deserves a place on any diesel-powered boat.”—Motor Boat & Yachting“Clear, logical, and even interesting to read.”—Cruising WorldKeep your diesel engine going with help from a master mechanicMarine Diesel Engines has been the bible for do-it-yourself boatowners for more ...

£17.99

2023

EN

"Marine Diesel Engines Guide for Beginners" is the ultimate resource for anyone looking to learn about the various types of marine diesel engines, from the basic principles of operation to the best practices for troubleshooting and maintenance.With clear and concise explanations, this guide covers everything from the different types of marine diesel engines, including two-stroke and four-stroke engines, to the various components and systems that make up a marine diesel engine....

£2.39

2023

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"Marine Diesel Engines Guide for Beginners" is the ultimate resource for anyone looking to learn about the various types of marine diesel engines, from the basic principles of operation to the best practices for troubleshooting and maintenance.With clear and concise explanations, this guide covers everything from the different types of marine diesel engines, including two-stroke and four-stroke engines, to the various components and systems that make up a marine diesel engine....

£2.39

2009

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Learn the essentials of marine diesel propulsion engines ranging from 1,000 to 80,000 horsepower. This excellent handbook for marine engineers emphasizes fundamentals and includes 130 detailed illustrations and formulas. The book allows students to examine the support systems needed for the selected engine, fuels and lubricants to ensure the engine runs efficiently, and individual parts of the engine. Study questions are provided at the end of each chapter to aid students in passing the Un...

£15.99

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2009

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Learn the essentials of marine diesel propulsion engines ranging from 1,000 to 80,000 horsepower. This excellent handbook for marine engineers emphasizes fundamentals and includes 130 detailed illustrations and formulas. The book allows students to examine the support systems needed for the selected engine, fuels and lubricants to ensure the engine runs efficiently, and individual parts of the engine. Study questions are provided at the end of each chapter to aid students in passing the Un...

£15.99

or Free with Kobo Plus

4 out of 5 stars based on 2 reviews

2011

EN

The diesel engine is by far the most popular powerplant for boats of all sizes, both power and sail. With the right care and maintenance it is twice as reliable as the petrol engine as it has no electrical ignition system, which in the marine environment can suffer from the effects of damp surroundings. Self-sufficiency at sea and the ability to solve minor engine problems without having to alert the lifeboat is an essential part of good seamanship. Marine Diesel Engines, explains through ...

£10.99

4 out of 5 stars based on 2 reviews

2011

EN

The diesel engine is by far the most popular powerplant for boats of all sizes, both power and sail. With the right care and maintenance it is twice as reliable as the petrol engine as it has no electrical ignition system, which in the marine environment can suffer from the effects of damp surroundings. Self-sufficiency at sea and the ability to solve minor engine problems without having to alert the lifeboat is an essential part of good seamanship. Marine Diesel Engines, explains through ...

£10.99

2020

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Pounder's Marine Diesel Engines and Gas Turbines, Tenth Edition, gives engineering cadets, marine engineers, ship operators and managers insights into currently available engines and auxiliary equipment and trends for the future. This new edition introduces new engine models that will be most commonly installed in ships over the next decade, as well as the latest legislation and pollutant emissions procedures. Since publication of the last edition in 2009, a number of emission control area...

£170.99

2020

EN

Pounder's Marine Diesel Engines and Gas Turbines, Tenth Edition, gives engineering cadets, marine engineers, ship operators and managers insights into currently available engines and auxiliary equipment and trends for the future. This new edition introduces new engine models that will be most commonly installed in ships over the next decade, as well as the latest legislation and pollutant emissions procedures. Since publication of the last edition in 2009, a number of emission control area...

£170.99

2019

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Diesel is a product derived from petroleum, it's being used in all types of engines that start with combustion by pressure. It’s produced from raw petroleum by several filtration processes, which, come from petroleum wells. It's being expected that the demand from petroleum will just grow. The demand for petroleum derivate is increasing steadily and will not stop into the short term.The present book was written on the idea of inform, entertain, communicate and train those people tha...

£31.78

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2019

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Diesel is a product derived from petroleum, it's being used in all types of engines that start with combustion by pressure. It’s produced from raw petroleum by several filtration processes, which, come from petroleum wells. It's being expected that the demand from petroleum will just grow. The demand for petroleum derivate is increasing steadily and will not stop into the short term.The present book was written on the idea of inform, entertain, communicate and train those people tha...

£31.78

or Free with Kobo Plus

2012

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For the first time, a book exists that compiles all the information candidates need to apply for their first Marine diesel technicians job, or to apply for a better job.What you'll find especially helpful are the worksheets. It is so much easier to write about a work experience using these outlines. It ensures that the narrative will follow a logical structure and reminds you not to leave out the most important points. With this book, you'll be able to revise your application into ...

£8.99

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2012

EN

For the first time, a book exists that compiles all the information candidates need to apply for their first Marine diesel technicians job, or to apply for a better job.What you'll find especially helpful are the worksheets. It is so much easier to write about a work experience using these outlines. It ensures that the narrative will follow a logical structure and reminds you not to leave out the most important points. With this book, you'll be able to revise your application into ...

£8.99

or Free with Kobo Plus

2022

EN

Diesel engines are installed in just about every yacht and in most large motorboats and, while professional help is often at hand, sometimes it is not. Indeed, engine failure is one of the most frequent causes of RNLI launches. This book explains how to prevent problems, troubleshoot and make repairs using safe techniques. It could also help you save money on expensive bills for yard work you could do yourself. Diesels Afloat covers everything from how the diesel engine works to engine ele...

£10.99

or Free with Kobo Plus

2022

EN

Diesel engines are installed in just about every yacht and in most large motorboats and, while professional help is often at hand, sometimes it is not. Indeed, engine failure is one of the most frequent causes of RNLI launches. This book explains how to prevent problems, troubleshoot and make repairs using safe techniques. It could also help you save money on expensive bills for yard work you could do yourself. Diesels Afloat covers everything from how the diesel engine works to engine ele...

£10.99

or Free with Kobo Plus

Book 13 -

4.5 out of 5 stars based on 120 reviews

2021

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Traveling to China to retrieve a kidnapped scientist shows Diesel the depths of human depravity. Not that he needs more proof. He’s been doing this type of work for a decade. This is the first time though the person he was rescuing was this interesting.Eva Langston had been kidnapped while walking across the street and then locked up in a lab half a world away. Joining two other scientists, both letting her know there was no escape, she refuses to give up hope. When the rescue does...

£5.04

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also available as audiobook

Book 13 -

4.5 out of 5 stars based on 120 reviews

2021

EN

Traveling to China to retrieve a kidnapped scientist shows Diesel the depths of human depravity. Not that he needs more proof. He’s been doing this type of work for a decade. This is the first time though the person he was rescuing was this interesting.Eva Langston had been kidnapped while walking across the street and then locked up in a lab half a world away. Joining two other scientists, both letting her know there was no escape, she refuses to give up hope. When the rescue does...

£5.04

or Free with Kobo Plus

also available as audiobook

2024

EN

From John C. Payne, one of the foremost international authorities on marine electrical systems and electronics, comes an easy-to-understand yet thorough treatment of marine diesel engines and the technical issues facing every boat owner.Concise, compact, and fully illustrated for easy reference, Understanding Marine Diesels: 2nd Edition has been fully revised throughout. This guide offers a comprehensive coverage of marine diesel engine parts and what they do, checklists f...

£12.99

2024

EN

From John C. Payne, one of the foremost international authorities on marine electrical systems and electronics, comes an easy-to-understand yet thorough treatment of marine diesel engines and the technical issues facing every boat owner.Concise, compact, and fully illustrated for easy reference, Understanding Marine Diesels: 2nd Edition has been fully revised throughout. This guide offers a comprehensive coverage of marine diesel engine parts and what they do, checklists f...

£12.99