Publisher's Synopsis
Here, in this goldmine of a book, is everything the reader needs to keep their diesel engine running cleanly and efficiently.
Nigel Calder is the world's foremost writer on boat systemsmaintenance, and in this extensively illustrated guide, he explains howdiesel engines work, defines new terms, and lifts the veil of mysterythat surrounds the subject. Troubleshooting charts, hundreds ofexploded drawings and detailed photos enhance the clear and logicalexplanations.
This new edition also features completely new photographs and includesupdates for fuel injection systems, electronic engine controls andother new diesel technologies and models. As diesel engines have nowalmost completely supplanted gasoline engines on boats, this guide isan increasingly relevant and important tool for anyone wanting tobecome their own diesel mechanic.
'The most up-to-date and readable book on the subject' Sailing World
