Powerboater's Guide to Electrical Systems: Maintenance, Troubleshooting and Improvements

Powerboater's Guide to Electrical Systems: Maintenance, Troubleshooting and Improvements
ISBN-10
0071343261
ISBN-13
9780071343268
Category
Motorboats
Pages
212
Language
English
Published
2000
Publisher
McGraw Hill Professional
Author
Ed Sherman

Description

Powerboaters can use this simple, step-by-step, illustrated guide to do their own electrical projects and repairs. Author Ed Sherman walks the reader through the basics, including wiring diagrams, diagnosing problems, ignition systems, battery systems, shorepower circuits,installing equipment, surveying your boat's wiring, and more.

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