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The Essentials of Living Aboard a Boat by Mark Nicholas Publisher Comments The Essentials of Living Aboard a Boat educates both dreamers and explorers alike with information about this wonderful and rewarding lifestyle. Mark Nicholas has combined his experience of life aboard with the advice of other liveaboards, marina owners,... (read more) Your price: $17.95 New - Trade Paper 
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Offshore Sailing #3: Cost Control While You Cruise: Offshore Sailing Part Three by Lin And Larry Pardey Publisher Comments What does it actually cost to cruise? How do you keep from blowing the budget you set? Join Lin and Larry Pardey as they share the financial lessons they have learned during 45 years of voyaging and from countless interviews with cruising sailors from... (read more) Available June 2012 Your price: $24.95 New - Other 
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Sailboat Electrics Simplified by Don Casey Publisher Comments Don't Be Baffled by Your Electrical System--Handle Repairs and Improvements with Ease With clear illustrations and simple explanations, Don Casey shows you exactly how to install wiring . . . make good, safe connections . . . match your battery bank and... (read more) List Price $21.95 Your price: $15.50 Used - Hardcover
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Building Strip-Planked Boats by Nick Schade Publisher Comments The first comprehensive book on stripbuilding almost any type of small boat Strip-planking is a popular method of amateur boat construction, but until now there has never been a book that showed how to use it for more than one type of boat. Author Nick... (read more) Your price: $22.95 New - Trade Paper
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Marine Diesel Engines: Maintenance, Troubleshooting, and Repair by Nigel Calder Publisher Comments '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... (read more) List Price $27.95 Your price: $19.50 Used - Trade Paper
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Small Ships 5TH Edition by Jay Benford Publisher Comments Containing scores of study plans for tugs, freighters, ferries, excursion boats, trawler yachts, houseboats, and fishing vessels, this latest volume of ideas is thoroughly revised, updated, and expanded, with a tremendous variety of styles and types of... (read more) Your price: $29.95 New - Trade Paper
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Canvaswork and Sail Repair (International Marine Sailboat Library) by Don Casey Publisher Comments The skills required for top-notch canvaswork are astonishingly few, and canvas's potential to protect your boat and enhance your enjoyment of it is practically limitless. Here is all you need to tackle virtually any canvaswork project: sails and... (read more) List Price $21.95 Your price: $16.50 Used - Hardcover
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Introduction to Marine Engineering by D A Taylor Publisher Comments This second edition deals comprehensively with all aspects of a ship's machinery from propulsion and steering to deck machinery and electrical equipment with a strong emphasis upon correct and safe procedures. Material has been added and revised to... (read more) List Price $86.95 Your price: $78.88 Adobe Digital Editions - Electronic
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Practial Junk Rig by H. G. Hasler Publisher Comments How to design, build, and sail a Chinese junk-rigged boat, this is the authoritative source used by designers and builders worldwide.... (read more) Your price: $75.00 New - Hardcover
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Marine Diesel Engines: Maintenance, Troubleshooting & Repair by Nigel Calder Book News Annotation On keeping a diesel running well. Resembles any of dozens of auto repair books except that Calder limits attention to the engine and that it is not a flimsy paper bound book. Annotation c. Book News, Inc., Portland, OR (booknews.com)... (read more) List Price $24.95 Your price: $16.95 Used - Hardcover
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Understanding Boat AC Power Systems by John C. Payne Publisher Comments From John C. Payne, one of the foremost international authorities on marine electrical systems and electronics, comes a new title in his successful series of easy to understand yet thorough treatments of technical issues facing every boat owner. whether... (read more) Your price: $14.50 New - Trade Paper
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Lamb's Questions and Answers on Marine Diesel Engines by Stanley G. Christensen Publisher Comments Lamb's Questions and Answers on the Marine Diesel Engine is a comprehensive reference book for Marine Engineers and all seekeing a working knowledge of the marine diesel engine. This fully revised eighth edition has been completely rewritten. New... (read more) Your price: $240.00 New - Hardcover
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The Young Sea Officer's Sheet Anchor: Or a Key to the Leading of Rigging and to Practical Seamanship by Darcy Lever Publisher Comments Widely used among young 19th-century officers in the Royal Navy and East India Company, this now-rare volume offers clear definitions and copious illustrations of the principles of rigging and other aspects of seamanship ? tacking, use of a compass... (read more) List Price $19.95 Your price: $17.71 Google eBooks - Electronic
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The Propeller Handbook: The Complete Reference for Choosing, Installing, and Understanding Boat Propellers by Dave Gerr Publisher Comments This reference for all boats - power and sail, working and pleasure - is written not for Ph.D's seeking the latest wrinkle in high-tech propeller design, but as a practical aid for the average mechanic, engineer, boatbuilder, boatowner or naval architect.... (read more) Your price: $19.95 New - Trade Paper
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The Seamanship Examiner: For Stcw Certification Examinations by David J. House Publisher Comments The Seamanship Examiner is a complete study and revision guide, based on the international Standards of Training, Certification and Watch Keeping (STCW), for all ranks and serving crew in the merchant marine sector. Together with an interactive CD-ROM... (read more) Your price: $77.50 New - Trade Paper
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Practical Boat Mechanics: Commonsense Ways to Prevent, Diagnose, and Repair Engines and Mechanical Problems by Ben L Evridge Publisher Comments Work-around solutions and emergencyrepairs that will get your boat home when allelse fails Emergency Boat Mechanics belongs onboard everyboat that has a gasoline, diesel, inboard, or out-boardengine. This practical collection of fast fixes enables you to... (read more) List Price $26.95 Your price: $23.92 Adobe Digital Editions - Electronic
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The Boatowner's Guide to Corrosion: A Complete Reference for Boatowners and Marine Professionals by Everett Collier Publisher Comments The best explanation that I have seen of corrosion on boats.--Nigel Calder, author of Boatowner's Mechanical and Electrical Manual A powerful weapon in the war against metal deterioration.--Cruising World Corrosion is a constant, often expensive, and... (read more) Your price: $18.95 New - Trade Paper
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Outboard Engines: Maintenance, Troubleshooting, and Repair by Ed Sherman Publisher Comments 'The first edition of Outboard Engines set the standard for a clear, easy-to-follow primer on engine basics, troubleshooting, care, and repair. This new edition, significantly expanded, brings the subject up to date, with full coverage of the new four... (read more) Your price: $25.95 New - Hardcover
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Marine Auxiliary Machinery by H. D. Mcgeorge Publisher Comments Designed for ease of use, the detailed treatment and practical orientation of the subject matter is presented in a very accessible manner. The inclusion of suggestions for further reading at the end of each chapter is of particular use to students and... (read more) Your price: $64.95 New - Trade Paper
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Boat Maintenance: The Complete Guide to Keeping Your Boat Shipshape by John Kelsey Synopsis From repairing scratched and worn hulls and decks, to fixing engines and tightening fittings, readers will learn to take care of this valuable possession so that it will provide years of enjoyment.... (read more) Your price: $19.95 New - Trade Paper
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