{"product_id":"9781408159170","title":"The Boat Repair Bible","description":"Even the most well designed boats will suffer from wear and tear due to\u003cbr\u003enormal use on the water. Whilst accidents are less common, they too can\u003cbr\u003eresult in damage which needs to be repaired on the spot. Highly\u003cbr\u003eillustrated, with step by step instructions, this book equips the\u003cbr\u003ereader with the vital 'first aid' skills he needs to make temporary\u003cbr\u003erepairs until he can get back to harbour.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe Boat Repair Bible helps\u003cbr\u003eanyone who owns a boat to develop essential repair skills in the areas\u003cbr\u003ewhere problems most commonly arise. The section on hull and deck\u003cbr\u003erepairs covers fibreglass, wood, steel and ferro-cement hulls, and\u003cbr\u003eshows the reader how to deal with everything from leaks to impact\u003cbr\u003edamage, and much, much more. This section also covers domestic repairs,\u003cbr\u003esuch as repairing upholstery, and troubleshooting problems with the\u003cbr\u003eheads.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eAmongst the many other techniques described, the section on general\u003cbr\u003emechanics includes instructions on how to fix problems with a split\u003cbr\u003efuel\/water tank and leaking hydraulics, whilst the section on\u003cbr\u003eelectrical repairs explains how to trace loose connections, replace\u003cbr\u003edamaged wiring and fix navigation instruments. The myriad of issues\u003cbr\u003ethat can arise with the engine are covered in great detail, from how to\u003cbr\u003edeal with water in the fuel system to replacing the propeller and its\u003cbr\u003eshaft.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eFrom basic skills in safety, surveying and the use of tools, to advanced instructions on how to replace an engine, The Boat Repair Bible\u003cbr\u003eis as comprehensive as it is invaluable. With repairs specific to\u003cbr\u003epowerboats, sailboats, dinghies and outboards, it is a book no boat\u003cbr\u003eowner can afford not to own.\u003cbr\u003e","brand":"Bloomsbury USA","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47126009151728,"sku":"9781408159170","price":33.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0737\/7593\/9824\/files\/9781408159170_p0.jpg?v=1763718764","url":"https:\/\/shop-qa.barnesandnoble.com\/products\/9781408159170","provider":"Barnes \u0026 Noble (DEV)","version":"1.0","type":"link"}