Boatbuilding and Maintenance

By Emiliano Marino A Guide for the Self Reliant SailorThis is a remarkable book lavishly covering all the techniques involved in traditional sailm...

An easy, step-by-step guide containing everything you need to know about standing and running rigging on a boat.By: Danilo FabbroniRigging covers ...

This comprehensive reference work describes and illustrates some 200 types of inshore craft that once fished and traded, under oar and sail, around...

This manual takes both novice and experienced boatowner through minor to major repairs of electrical systems, engines, electronics, steering system...

Although we can thank Susan and John Roberts for compiling this excellent book, it was really written by 222 sailors from 120 boats in 9 different ...

The Gougeon Brothers on Boat Construction A manual covering everything you need to know to build a boat using the West Epoxy System

Combining and updating the renowned "Rigger's Apprentice" and "Rigger's Locker", "The Complete Rigger's Apprentice" meets the changing face of mode...

The Boat Data Book is a treasure trove of invaluable information for boatowners, designers, builders, surveyors, chandlers and anyone maintaining t...

Shouldn't your boat's name look as distinctive as your boat? A well-chosen and well-designed name on atransom or topsides is the finishing touch an...

Pat Manley’s bestselling book which tells you how to carry out the most common boat maintenance jobs.By: Pat Manley Colour photo-sequences and clea...

This has become a favourite reference book for basic electrics on boats. Everything the average yachtsman needs to know on installation, trouble-sh...

This book covers all the factors relevant to choosing and installing a new diesel engine, whether the work will be done by the owner or entrusted t...

The Adlard Coles Book of Diesel Engines is aimed at boatowners rather than experienced mechanics. In clear, jargon-free English it explains how a d...

Everybody should do diesel engine course, but as soon as you finish the course you'll start to forget stuff and evenin if you're the practical type...

Boatowner's Illustrated Wiring Manual is a user-friendly, practical manual for all onboard electrical projects - from fixing loose connections to r...

Most diesel engines will develop a problem at some point in their lives, but armed with the right knowledge a skipper needn't worry. The Reeds Dies...

The first in a series of highly practical, hands on, step-by-step photographic manuals, Replacing Your Boat's Engine fills a gap in the market for ...

The second book in our Classic Boat series aimed at traditional boat lovers, builders and restorers. Lofting is an essential stage in the transitio...

This is a Wooden Boat Series publication and is a compilation of various experts and contributors to the excellent American magazine. There lies a ...

This book is great for fixing marine diesel engines in yachts, motor cruisers and canal boats. The essential are all covered: good engine practice,...

Learn the techniques you need to know to prevent problems, troubleshoot and make repairs on your diesel boat engine safely.By: Pat ManleyThis book ...

An essential manual that shows you how to carry out many electrical jobs on-board properly and safely.By: Pat ManleyEssential Boat Electrics remov...

Canoecraft is the ultimate guide to building a wood-strip canoe. Thousands of canoes have been built using Canoecraft over the last 30 years. Now r...