by Tim Bartlett

The Adlard Coles Book of Diesel Engines is aimed at boatowners rather than experienced mechanics. In clear, jargon-free English it explains how a diesel engine works, and how to look after it, and takes into account developments in engine technology.

This fourth edition has been thoroughly updated and illustrated with new full-colour photos and diagrams. Tim Bartlett explains how the engine uses simple processes to covert fuel to power, and then looks at the various sub-systems that allow those processes to take place. He also advises on tools, winterizing and provides hints, tips and helpful fault-finding tables.
Systems covered include: fuel, air, cooling, oil, electrical, propeller and transmission and control.

Pb, 90pp, 4th edition 2011.

RRP £14.99, OUR PRICE £11.99

By Tim Bartlett
3rd Ed. 2005
This book for boatowners rather than mechanics explains how a diesel engine works and how to look after it.
Covers : The fuel system. The air system. The cooling system. The electrical system, Propellers and the transmission system, The control system.

Pb. 90pp b/w diagrams and photos throughout. 175x245mm

WAS £12.99 OUR PRICE £8.99

by Jean-Luc Pallas

The aim of this book with its detailed step-by-step colour photographs and diagrams, is to enable every owner to fix their diesel engine with ease. Troubleshooting tables help diagnose potential problems, and there is advice on regular maintenance and winterising and repair.

A4 size, paperback, 208pp, full colour photographs and diagrams throughout, 2006 edition.

RRP £24.99 OUR PRICE £19.99

by Jean-Luc Pallas

The aim of this book with its detailed step-by-step colour photographs and diagrams, is to enable every owner to fix their outboard motor with ease. Troubleshooting tables help diagnose potential problems, and there is advice on regular maintenance and winterising and repair.

A4 size, paperback, 112pp, full colour photos and diagrams throughout, 2006.

RRP £22.99 OUR PRICE £18.45

by Tim Bartlett

This book is aimed at boatowners rather than experienced mechanics. Covering both 2 and 4 stroke engines, it explains:
the fuel system • ignition system • cooling and lubrication • electrical system • transmission and controls.

Includes sections on routine maintenance and fault finding, and even shows the vital first aid required to save the life of an outboard engine that has been dropped overboard!

82pp, colour photos, paperback, 3rd edition, 2011.

RRP £14.99, OUR PRICE £11.99

by Nigel Calder

Know how to:
Save money by doing your own engine maintenance.
Recognize the early signs of trouble.
Diagnose and overcome common problems.

Hinged, laminated construction makes this guide durable and waterproof, and its small size makes it convenient when space is an issue.

by Pat Manley

The definitive manual on diesels which every yacht or motor boat should have on board.

This book explains how to prevent problems, troubleshoot and repair diesel engines using safe techniques. Heavily illustrated with approximately 400 colour photographs and diagrams it covers essential maintenance, troubleshooting and repair. Easy to use, step-by-step guide.

304pp

RRP £19.99, OUR PRICE £15.99

By Pat Manley

The key elements to keep your diesel running. Produced in colour on splashproof cards, spiral bound. Suitable for any vessel with a marine diesel engine.

222x80mm 24p 42 colour photos 13 diag.

by Peter F Caplen

From the Helmsman Guides series of books.

This book is suitable for all DIY engineers and covers: how the diesel engine works; the fuel system; lubrication; cooling systems; electrical systems; turbo-chargers and after coolers; marinization; and on-board tools and spares.

128pp, paperback

By D. Seddon
2009

Explains in an easy to read format how the components of an engine installation work, how to calculate the sizes and how to install them. Formulae and graphs are included to assist in component selection.

Subjects include; Engine / prop. selection for yachts, canal boats and motor boats /Space and insulation in engine housing /Design of bearers and flexible mounts including calculation of forces and alignment /Engine control systems /Fuel tank and system design, function and position of components /Domestic water heating /Engine and gearbox lubrication /Avoiding damage by electrolysis /Safety when installing and operating the engine /Gearbox types and/layouts/Types of shafts, couplings, seals and bearings, calculation of shaft sizes /Types of rope cutters /Air supply requirements including derating graph for high humidity and temperature /Air and water cooling systems /Wet and dry exhaust systems /Electrical systems, battery requirements, wire sizes and terminations /Alternator selection and function /Electrolysis.

Pb

2nd Ed.
By Don Seddon

Takes the complete novice through preventative maintenance and troubleshooting. For yachts, motorboats and canal craft with engines up to 100hp. Inspired by the RYA Diesel Engine Course.

240x171mm 96p 104 b/w photos 26 diag. Pb

RRP £10.95 OUR PRICE £8.99

by Peter Cumberlidge

This book covers all the factors relevant to choosing and installing a new diesel engine, whether the work will be done by the owner or entrusted to a boatyard or engineer. It covers selecting the right size and type of engine, deciding on transmission and stern gear, designing new engine bearers, fitting fuel tanks, filters and exhaust systems, installing electrics, instruments and engine controls, evaluating marine batteries and charge control systems, choosing the right propeller and fitting sacrificial anodes.

144pp b/w photos and 38 line drawings (paperback), 2nd edition 2006

RRP £11.99 OUR PRICE £9.99

by Nigel Calder

'Marine Diesel Engines' has been the bible for tens of thousands of d-i-y boatowners for more than 15 years. Now expanded and updated with new information on fuel injection systems, electronic engine controls, and other new diesel technologies, this bestseller has everything you need to keep your diesel engine running cleanly and efficiently. With helpful exploded diagrams and troubleshooting charts, it is a goldmine of a book.

Hardback, 312 pp, 235x187 mm, 300 diagrams and photos, 3rd edition 2007.

RRP £24.99, OUR PRICE £19.99

Maintenance, Troubleshooting and Repair
By E. Sherman

Covers 4-stroke engines, conventional electronic and direct fuel-injection systems, the clean 2-strokes, and multiple engine installations. There are easy-to-follow directions for troubleshooting problems in every engine system, and step-by-step procedures for reliable repairs and maintenance. Every major engine brand on the market from 2 to 300 horsepower is covered.

This book is ideal for owners and operators of motorboats, working boats, ribs and patrol boats, and enables the reader to save both time and money by doing their own engine maintenance, repairing minor problems and diagnosing those which need expert help.

Hb. 160pp 235x187mm Photos and diag. throughout.

RRP £18.99 OUR PRICE £15.99

by Ben Evridge

Commonsense Ways to Prevent, Diagnose, and Repair Engines and Mechanical Problems.

Troubleshooting charts lead the reader graphically to the mechanical problems that correspond to the symptoms being experienced. These charts are cross-referenced to the pages where appropriate solutions can be found.
Work-around fixes get you out of any mechanical jam using ordinary tools and materials found on most boats. These include how to get fuel to your engine by gravity when the fuel pump breaks; how to replace a head gasket with a cheerios box; and how to replace a fan belt with a rope.

Paperback, 320pp, US publication, 2009.

By Mike Westin
2011
A highly practical, hands on, step-by-step photographic manual, Replacing Your Boat's Engine is for the DIY boat builder and repairer. It is a subject covered in detail by Mike Westin. This is a visual, hand-holding guide, dwelling on the practical details of replacing a boat's engine and related systems as it explains each procedure rather than focussing on the theory.

Pb. 246x190mm 144pp Full colour throughout

RRP £20.00 OUR PRICE £15.99

Easy to follow text and beautifully detailed colour illustrations enable the reader to develop the knowledge and confidence required by all diesel engine boat owners.

The official course book for the RYA One-day Diesel Engine Course, it is also an invaluable reference book. Includes CD-ROM Suck, Squeeze, Bang, Blow. Nick Ealey of Sea Start gives expert instruction as he takes you step by step through maintenance, fault finding and top tips.
Paperback, 96pp

by Hans Donat

This book is a convenient lie-flat reference to all types and sizes of marine diesel engine. There is advice on how the engine works, how each part interacts, dos and don’ts, fault finding and troubleshooting tests, and detailed exploded diagrams to show how to fix problems.

There is advice on • the oil system • cooling system • gearbox • injectors • the controls • electrics.

26pp, colour illustrations throughout, spiral bound, paperback, 2006 edition.

RRP £9.99 OUR PRICE £8.99

In the same handy splash-proof format as the highly successful Skipper's Cockpit Guide and Skipper's Onboard Emergency Guide, this Skipper's Outboard Motor Guide is a convenient lie-flat water (and oil) proof reference to all types of outboard engine. There is advice on how the engine works, how each part interacts, dos and don'ts, fault-finding and troubleshooting tests, all illustrated with detailed exploded diagrams to show how to fix problems.

There is advice on: Oil systems; Cooling; Gears; Plugs and points;
Circuits; Electrics.

Spiral bound, 26pp, colour illustrations, 2010.

RRP £10.99, OUR PRICE £8.99

Written by master mechanic and bestselling author Paul Dempsey, this hands-on resource covers new engine technology, electronic engine management, biodiesel fuels, and emissions controls.

The book also contains cutting-edge information on diagnostics, fuel systems, mechanical and electronic governors, cylinder heads and valves, engine mechanics, turbochargers, electrical basics, starters and generators, cooling systems, exhaust aftertreatment and more.

Packed with over 350 drawings, schematics, and photographs.

390pp, paperback, 4th ed. 2008

by Peter Compton

The International Sailboat Library

Densely illustrated, hands-on guide to diesel engine maintenance, troubleshooting and repair. Every step of the procedure is illustrated, so that chapters can work on illustrations alone. Also includes system specific chapters. Systems covered include: mechanical, oil, fresh and raw water cooling, low and high pressure fuel, exhaust, starting, charging, transmission, and stern gear.

160pp, hardback

by John C Payne

This guide covers fuel system maintenance, filters, keeping the engine space cool, oil lubrication, engine layup, electrical troubleshooting, guauge testing and much more.

112pp, illustrations, paperback