The diesel engine is by far the most popular powerplant for boats of all sizes, both power and sail. With the right care and maintenance it is twice as reliable

Nigel Calder, a diesel mechanic for more than 25 years, is also a boatbuilder, cabinetmaker, and machinist. He and his wife built their own cruising sailboat, N

By means of superb photos and diagrams, Pallas explains int simple terms the operation of a diesel engine and shows how to maintain and repair it should it brea

Since its first appearance in 1950, Pounder's Marine Diesel Engines has served seagoing engineers, students of the Certificates of Competency examinations and t

Second edition - more than 8,000 copies sold worldwide With over 350 illustrations, this book shows you everything you need to know to maintain a marine diesel