Essential Boat Maintenance provides a wealth of maintenance expertise that any owner of a yacht, powerboat, or dinghy will need to keep it safe and seaworthy. It is a complete user-friendly guide for tackling jobs on board with step-by-step instructions, tips, and explanations to suit whatever your level of skill. Contents include:
Interior refurbishment
Fiberglass and wood repair
Hull maintenance and fittings
Deck leaks and cracks
Painting and varnishing work
Plumbing and gas leaks
Battery, lights, and wiring defects
Engine and fuel system overhaul
Emergency repairs at sea
Spar and rigging overhaul
Sail care and winches
Powerboat engine maintenance
Dinghy and trailer repair
Hauling out and winterization
Beautifully illustrated including explanatory diagrams and clear photographic detail of how to carry out specialized tasks, Essential Boat Maintenance will tell you everything you need to know about short-term troubleshooting and long-term boat care.