Marine Diesel Engines: Maintenance, Troubleshooting, and Repair

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Praise for this boating classic:

“The most up-to-date and readable book we've seen on the subject.”—Sailing World

“Deserves a place on any diesel-powered boat.”—Motor Boat & Yachting

“Clear, logical, and even interesting to read.”—Cruising World

Keep your diesel engine going with help from a master mechanic

Marine Diesel Engines has been the bible for do-it-yourself boatowners for more than 15 years. Now updated with information on fuel injection systems, electronic engine controls, and other new diesel technologies, Nigel Calder's bestseller has everything you need to keep your diesel engine running cleanly and efficiently. Marine Diesel Engines explains how to: Diagnose and repair engine problems Perform routine and annual maintenance Extend the life and improve the efficiency of your engine

What Customers Say About Marine Diesel Engines: Maintenance, Troubleshooting, and Repair:

My copies of this book has grease stained fingerprints throughout. A lot of folks have told me they think this book is redundant, because much of the info is covered in Mr. Calder's Mechanical & Electrical Manual but this smaller book is easier to work with when working around your engine and the material is presented differently enough that the book is one I believe you should have if you live on a boat.

I'm at a bit of a loss on how to review this. It's a great reference, BUT if you already have Calder's Boatowner's Mechanical and Electrical Manual: How to Maintain, Repair, and Improve Your Boat's Essential Systems (referred to my most cruisers just as "Calder"), this book does not add a lot that's not covered there. If you already own Boatowner's Mechanical and Electrical Manual: How to Maintain, Repair, and Improve Your Boat's Essential Systems, I'd recommend getting a book by a different author on the diesel as there's a greater likelihood of one of them having just the piece of information you need. My suggestion of an alternative:Troubleshooting Marine DieselsOther reviews have covered this book in detail, plus there's a new edition out, so I won't go into further detail.

Nigel Calder wrote many books, but «Marine Diesel Engines» is the first one I actually read. Calder knows I'm an amateur and takes the time to explain everything and make me feel intelligent. I can't wait for the others, because his style is straightforward, his method is step-by-step and logical and the pictures are handpicked and drive the final «gotcha.». In other words, Mr. I love being an amateur. Francois Cote, Montreal, QC, Canada.

This book is a very helpful tool when approaching a marine diesel engine. This is a good book that bridges the gap between the specific engine manual and my general lack of diesel engine knowledge. Nigel Calder is clear and understandable as always.

I try to read as many books on engines as I can. I own GotEngines.com and I always have a strong interest in learning more about each and every engine, especially diesel engines.Unfortunately I carry very few marine engines, but as an engine expert I'd recommend this book to anyone.