Hearst Marine Books Practical Small Powerboat Maintenance Book

As every boat owner knows, small powerboats thrive on attention. This generously illustrated book will help you keep your boat shipshape season after season. With a philosophy that is better to maintain than complain, this book offers a wealth of information on tools, lubricants, and safety gear, as well as step-by-step instructions for troubleshooting, maintenance, and a range of repairs - from winterizing and fuel filter replacement to basic electrical tasks.

Sidebars throughout provide instructions, safety pointers, and tool requirements for a variety of jobs and offer special tips for keeping your boat in perfect running order.

This generously illustrated book explains the essentials of maintaining and fixing powerboat problems in a variety of areas. Sections on engine repair and mechanics are explained in easy-to-undersand language. Sidebars offer special tips and insights into keeping a boat shipshape.