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Sorensen's Guide to Powerboats, 2/E
McGraw-Hill Education 2007; US$ 27.95The first book ever to revealwhat boat builders pay thousands ofdollars to learn: the secrets of ownersatisfaction. What makes a boat owner happy? Eric Sorensenand J. D. Power & Associates answer that questionin detail in this revised edition of Sorensen’s Guideto Powerboats . Now incorporating results from J. D.Powers’ Boat Competitive... more...
Designing Liners
Taylor and Francis 2006; US$ 75.00This in-depth history of the interior design of ocean liners surveys the transient history of interior design in relation to the development of passenger shipping, from commissioning by the line owners, methods and sources for the original creation of designs through to its construction, use and influence. It is a short-lived branch of architecture... more...
Outboard Engines, Second Edition
McGraw-Hill Education 2008; US$ 25.95The first edition of Outboard Engines set the standard for a clear, easy-to-follow primer on engine basics, troubleshooting, care, and repair. This new edition, significantly expanded, brings the subject up to date, with full coverage of the new four-stroke engines, conventional electronic and direct fuel-injection systems, oil-mix systems in the new... more...
Marine Auxiliary Machinery
Elsevier Science 1998; US$ 69.95The seventh edition of this classic marine textbook is now available for the first time in paperback. This highly respected book instructs both students and sea-going engineers in the operation, care and maintenance of the auxiliary machinery and apparatus on board ship and is essential reading for marine engineers preparing for British Certificates... more...
Boat Mechanical Systems Handbook
McGraw-Hill Education 2008; US$ 39.95Get the full story on your boat's mechanical system The first book to cover the design, selection, installation and evaluation of mechanical systems on boats, Boat Mechanical Systems Handbook will be an invaluable guide for boat designers, builders, owners, buyers, mechanics, surveyors and insurers. Dave Gerr recommends design guidelines... more...
Basic Ship Theory
Elsevier Science 2001; US$ 190.00Rawson and Tupper's Basic Ship Theory, first published in 1968, is widely known as the standard introductory text for naval architecture students, as well as being a useful reference for the more experienced designer. The fifth edition continues to provide a balance between theory and practice. Volume 1 discusses ship geometry and measurement in... more...
This Old Boat, Second Edition
McGraw-Hill Education 2009; US$ 49.95Turn a run-down fiberglass boat into afirst-class yacht. Since it first appeared in 1991, Don Casey’s This OldBoat has helped tens of thousands of sailors refurbisholder fiberglass boats and has become a revered classicamong boat rehabbers.This second edition is revisedfrom first page to last with new information on electricalsystems, diesel... more...
Maintain and Improve Your Powerboat
McGraw-Hill Education 2009; US$ 24.95Dozens of DIY projects to keep your boat looking good and running well This wide-ranging projects book covers maintenance, repairs, and upgrades to improve comfort, utility, appearance, value, safety, and enjoyment of powerboats up to 35 feet long. Projects include standard maintenance like changing engine oil and preparing for winter storage;... more...
Practical Boat Mechanics
McGraw-Hill Education 2007; US$ 26.95Work-around solutions and emergencyrepairs that will get your boat home when allelse fails. Practical Boat Mechanics belongs onboard everyboat that has a gasoline, diesel, inboard, or out-boardengine. This practical collection of fast fixes enables you to repair failed machinery with basic tools under adverse conditions. Designed and written for non-mechanics,... more...
The Insider's Guide to Boat Cleaning and Detailing (e-book)
McGraw-Hill Education 2009; US$ 19.95Restore that ?showboat? look to tired gelcoat, canvas, brightwork, upholstery, metalwork, and more Boat cleaning isn?t as simple as taking a can of kitchen cleanser and scrubbing away, and improper procedures can cause damage to the boat or the environment. This is the only stem-to-stern guide to all aspects of boat cleaning and detailing.... more...









