How to Install a New Diesel

Covers all the factors relevant to choosing and installing a new diesel engine in a boat, whether the work is done by the owner or by a boatyard or engineer.

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Covers all the factors relevant to choosing and installing a new diesel engine into a boat, whether the work will be done by the owner or by a boatyard or engineer. It includes selecting the right size and type of engine; designing fueltanks, filters and exhaust systems; deciding on transmissions and stern gear; installing electrics, instruments and engine controls; choosing the right propeller and fitting sacrificial anodes; and evaluating marine batteries and charge control systems. By the author of Motor Boat Crew and Channel Crossings Around Britain.