Powerboat Care and Repair : How to Keep Your Outboard, Sterndrive, or Gas-Inboard Boat Alive and Well
Do-it-yourself troubleshooting and maintenance prescriptions from the Boat Doctor himselfThe boat-maintenance bible for small powerboats,Powerboat Care and Repaircovers all you need to know to keep your boat running and looking like a million bucks. You'll find step-by-step guidance on:troubleshooting electrical wire and gearelectrolysis and how to protect your boat's underwater hardwarethe nuts and bolts of boat plumbing, from pumps and seacocks to your boat's head and holding tank systemtroubleshooting your engine, whether inboard, sterndrive, or outboarda complete winterizing program, including comprehensive checklists for safeguarding your engine and all other freeze-vulnerable equipmentspringtime commissioning guidelines, including tune-ups, lubrication, and preventive maintenanceassembling a maintenance and repair tool kit (including spare parts)If you'd like to save time and money, get to know your boat inside and out, and acquire the tools, techniques, and troubleshooting skills it takes to be a competent, comfortable boater, this book is for you.