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.
Get sound advice and guidance from author Ed Sherman, who wrote and teaches the American Boat & Yacht Council’s certification program for electrical technicians.
This second edition is thoroughly updated with respect to modern batteries, breaker and panel design, alternative energy sources, and troubleshooting equipment, but it retains the fundamental simplicity that is the source of its enduring ...
Outboard Engines fills the gap between owner's manuals that don't even tell you how to change a spark plug and professional shop manuals that detail how to do a complete rebuild.
This is a visual, hand-holding guide, dwelling on the details as it explains each procedure rather than focussing on the theory (which is relegated to an appendix, for those who wish to go further).
This book will show you how to: Use microprocessor-based diagnostic tools and techniques from the automotive and communications sectors, adapted for boats for the first time Diagnose the most difficult AC and DC problems Protect ...
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TABLE 1-5: Comparison of Properties of Various Construction Materials E-Glass composite is quite flexible (low stiffness) relative to other materials, which is why fiberglass hulls require more stiffening with stringers than metal hulls ...
... by John C. Payne (A & C Black) 1/ The Powerboater's Guide to Electrical Systems: Maintenance, Troubleshooting, and Improvements, by Edwin R. Sherman (International Marine/McGraw-Hill) Both these books show you the special techniques ...
“Anyone who contemplates any onboard do-it-yourself work should have this book at his or her elbow.”--Cruising World “This book reduces a boat to its most rudimentary parts in simple drawings and clear explanations.
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