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,... This description may be from another edition of this product.
The book gives you the tech you need, in terms you can understand. Calder is very impressive in his ability to impart knowledge to the layman. Don't however, assume this is just fluff overview, because it truly is the down and dirty of how it works and how to maintain it.
Know Your Diesel
Published by Thriftbooks.com User , 20 years ago
My copies of this book has grease stained fingerprints throughout. A lot of folks have told me they think this book is redundant, because much of the info is covered in Mr. Calder's Mechanical & Electrical Manual but this smaller book is easier to work with when working around your engine and the material is presented differently enough that the book is one I believe you should have if you live on a boat.
Don't Leave The Dock Without it
Published by Thriftbooks.com User , 21 years ago
With this book aboard plus Peter Compton's "Marine Diesel Engines" and your engine manual you can cruise with an easy mind. The first two books explain all aspects of diesel function as well as define any problem you may have, with diagrams, explanations, and tips to cope. Calder also has photographs. The engine manual shows you how this relates to your particular engine.
If you have a Marine Diesel, you need this book
Published by Thriftbooks.com User , 25 years ago
This book is great! If you have a marine diesel, you should have this book as well as the factory manual for the engine. This book is the best!
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