BOAT MECHANICAL SYSTEMS HANDBOOK
by Dave Gerr
This books title is slightly misleading as the book is way more than just a 'handbook'. Written by Dave Gerr, a qualified Naval Architect and director of the Westlawn Institute, this covers in very clear detail all the mechanical systems on a boat (both sail and power). It does have many formulas and a basic knowledge of mathematics will be needed to fully understand and apply everything included herein but it is by far the best book for any boatbuilder to design the best mechanical systems to suit his or her boat. Dave Gerr really does puts a lot into his books and buyers will not be disappointed with the information on any of the subjects covered.
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Part 1. Drive Train Installations
1. Propellers and Shafts.
2. Struts, Propeller Apertures and Shaft Angle.
3. Transmission Geometry, CV Joints, Stuffing Boxes, Engine Mounts and Beds.
Part 2. Fuel Systems
4. Fuel Piping and Fuel System Bonding.
5. Fuel Tanks and Fittings.
6. Tank Capacity and Range: The Free-Surface Effect.
Part 3. Exhaust Systems
7. Wet Exhaust Systems.
8. Engine Cooling Systems and Their Exhausts.
9. Dry Exhaust Systems.
Part 4. Rudders and Steering Systems
10. Rudder Geometry, Shape and Size.
11. Rudder Stock Size, Construction, and Bearing Specifications.
12. Rudder Stock Angle, Control, and Installation Considerations.
13. Unusual and Special Rudders: High Lift Rudders
Part 5. Ventilation, Air Conditioning, and Heating
14. Ventilation of Passenger and Storage Areas.
15. Air Conditioning and Heating with Notes on Refrigeration.
16. Ventilation of Machinery Spaces.
Part 6. Plumbing Systems and Notes on Fire Suppression
17. Sea Suction.
18. Bilge Systems, Fire Mains, and Fire Extinguishers.
19. Selecting and Sizing Pumps.
20. Freshwater Systems.
21. My Favorite Head: Thoughts and Recommendations on Marine Toilets and Installations.
Part 7. Anchoring Systems
22. Anchoring Systems, Anchor Types, and Anchor Selections.
23. Anchor Rode.
24. Sizing the Anchor and Rode and Selecting Anchor-Handling Gear.
Appendix A
Calculating Areas of Plane Figures
Appendix B
International Pipe Standards and Pipe-Size Tables. Pipe-to-Hose Connections
Appendix C
Measure and Unit Conversion Tables
Appendix D
Insulation Products and Sources
Bibliography
Index