Inspecting the Aging Sailboat (häftad)
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Format
Häftad (Paperback)
Språk
Engelska
Antal sidor
144
Utgivningsdatum
2004-09-01
Upplaga
illustrated ed
Förlag
International Marine/Ragged Mountain Press
Illustrationer
300ill.
Dimensioner
230 x 190 x 5 mm
Vikt
280 g
Antal komponenter
1
ISBN
9780071445450

Inspecting the Aging Sailboat

av Don Casey
Häftad,  Engelska, 2004-09-01
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Become an Expert Judge of Used Sailboats step by step, the author of the bestselling This Old Boat shows you how to evaluate the condition of an older fiberglass sailboatthe one you own or the one you'd like to purchase. Don Casey's expert advice helps you:
  • Assess the condition of a used sailboat in 30 minutes
  • Prioritize maintenance and repair tasks for a boat you already own
  • Catch potential problems early
  • Know where to look and what to look for (and how to interpret what you see)
a professional survey is recommended before purchasing a boatand usually required for financingbut with Inspecting the Aging Sailboat, you can consider and reject any number of boats before settling on "the one." This book will streamline your used-boat shopping while saving you hundreds or even thousands of dollars in professional survey fees. "the perfect place to begin, or to continue your education. . . . as a reviewer of both new and used boats, i own many books filled with advice. i strongly suspect that Inspecting the Aging Sailboat is the one I will consult most."sailing "a complete reference for the boatowner or prospective boat buyer on evaluating the condition of fiberglass sailboats using common sense and proven advice."GAM on Yachting Magazine (Canada) Don Casey is one of today's best and most trusted do-it-yourself boating writers. His nine books include the bestselling this old boat and sailboat electrics simplified. He writes the long-running "Ask Don Casey" column for BoatUS.com and is a monthly columnist for Sailnet.com and a regular sail magazine contributor.
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The perfect place to begin or to continue your education...As a reviewer of both new and used boats, I own many books filled with advice. I strongly suspect that Inspecting the Aging Sailboat is the one I will consult most. - Sailing Magazine

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Don Casey abandoned his career in banking in 1983 to devote more time to cruising and writing. His work combining these two passions soon began to appear in many popular sailing and boating magazines. He is the author of the best-selling This Old Boat, and six other International Marine titles. He and his wife, Olga, are currently cruising and living aboard their boat. HOMETOWN: Miami, Florida

Innehållsförteckning

Introduction

Surveying a Boat for Purchase

Determining the Needs of Your Own Boat

Hull

Fair and True?

Signs of Stress or Trauma

Delamination

Gelcoat Problems

Blisters

Moisture Content

Keel

Rudder

Cutless Bearings and Propeller

Through-Hull Fittings

Deck

Hull-to-Deck Joint

Surface Damage

Nonskid

Core Problems

Hatches

Portlights

Deck Hardware

Canvas

Rig

Mast and Boom

Step

Cap

Spreaders

Goosenecks, Sheets, and Vangs

Stays and Shrouds

Roller Furling

Sails

Interior

Bulkhead Attachment

Stringers and Floors

Interior Pans

Distortion

Signs of Leakage

Tankage

Head

Galley

Seacocks

Bilge Pumps

Comfort and Safety

Decor

Engine and Steering

Engine Access

Visual Clues

Mounting and Alignment

Stuffing Box

Exhaust Smoke

Running the Engine

Oil

Steering Gear

Electrical System

Battery

Breaker Panel

Wire and Connectors

Alternator

Pumps and Motors

Lights

Electronics

Other Considerations

Design

Reputation

Performance

Accomodations

Equipment

Value

Boat-Buyer's 30-Minute Survey

Hull

Deck

Rig

Below

Impression

Appendix: Hiring a Professional

Index

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