Doskonała książka o utrzymaniu jachtu we właściwym stanie. Autor krok po kroku i element po elemencie pokazuje, jak utrzymać i naprawiać kadłub, drzewca, takielunek, silnik, jak zabezpieczyć jacht na zimę, jak zabezpieczyć na postoju czy kotwicowisku. Michael Verney podchodzi do tematu bardzo praktycznie, ilustruje to schematami i zdjęciami pokazującymi błędy oraz poprawny sposób rozwiązania problemu, a również zamieszcza orientacyjne tabele z cenami, porównuje koszty wykonania danej czynności amatorsko i przez stocznię. Książka w języku angielskim.
 
Spis treści: Preface 1. Practical Ownership The right cruiser What materials? Finish Boat care economy Smartness What will it cost? Etiquette 2. Tools and Materials Time out Basic tools Bosun`s store In the workshop Reminders Care of tools Home-made tools Power tools 3. Stripping, Priming and Caulking Prime it quick Why strip Stripping methods Working in comfort Marking the waterline Priming Making good Fine sanding Sanding wet Interior work Caulking and paying 4. Painting and Varnishing Seasonal damage Paint formulations Choosing enamels Comparative costs Brushing technique Brightwork problems Rollers and pads Antifouling Deck painting Name boards Down below Drop keel case 5. Deckwork and Sheathing Types of decking Renewing canvas Vinyl coverings Deck leaks Wood sheathing Epoxy/glass sheathing Other sheathing systems Anti-slip panels Ventilation Deck Fittings 6. Spars, Rigging and Anchors Costly equipment Mast stepping Deck wedges Spar check Solid spar defects Metal fittings Tuning Standing rigging Chafe Running gear Ground tackle 7. All about Ropes Dirty ropes Knot practice Cordage cost Weights Choosing cordage Synthetic range Old range Rope ends Serving Seizings Splicing cordage Splicing wire rope Making strops Tall splice Quick terminals Choosing wire rope 8. Sails and Canvaswork Types of canvas Bending sails Mainsail reefing Examining and cleaning Sewing canvas Repairing canvas Boltropes Canvas sundries Cringles Sail care 9. Engines and Such Sterngear Propellers Propulsion units Outboard motors Valved engines Top overhaul Major overhaul Fuel system Cooling Exhaust Ignition Starting gear Electrics 10. General Mechanics What to expect Pumps Toilet treatment Skin fittings Seacocks Plumbing repairs Gas work Heating and cooking Water tanks Thunderbolts 11. Dinghies and Trailers Tender choice Minor repairs Fibreglass Punctures Improvements Protection Buoyancy Rowing and sculling Oars Towing a tender Running maintenance Winter work Trailers and trolleys Children under way 12. Berthing, Mooring and Laying-up Berthing Laying a mooring Leaving her afloat Hauling out Striking over Scrubbing Spars and rigging Winterization Hull chores Tarpaulins Spring Commissioning Inventory Safety at Sea Fire below Index Tables 1 Typical annual upkeep costs in Britain and the USA 2 Abrasive paper comparisons 3 Maintenance schedules for 30 ft (9m) sailing cruisers in plastic, metal and wood 4 Polyester/glass sheathing specifications 5 Some sheathing cost comparisons 6 Popular modern and traditional ropes 7 Wire rope cost comparisons 8 Typical engine maintenance costs 9 Galvanic series 10 Typical inventory for 30 ft (9m) motorsailer
Oprawa twarda. 261 stron. Format: 195x250mm. ISBN 0-7136-4658-6