Understanding the Outboard Motor

By Eugene W. Stagner

Book Overview

Reflecting the latest advances, this practical manual on outboard mechanics explains the technical theory of operation necessary to prepare for certification or re-certification tests. It empowers users with a basic understanding that will help them troubleshoot and repair quickly and with confidence. Chapter topics include the general use and maintenance of outboard motors, two-stroke and four-stroke operation, two-stroke and four-stroke powerhead, electricity /electronics for the technician, the marine battery, starter system, alternator charging system, ignition systems, fuel system operation, tune-up, midsection/lower unit, trim and tilt system, propeller performance, and boat performance problems. For outboard mechanics, boat owners, and marine dealerships.

• Format: Hardcover
• Language: English
• ISBN: 0835980596
• ISBN13: 9780835980593
• Release Date: January 1985
• Publisher: Reston Publishing Company / Prentice-Hall
• Length: 448 Pages
• Weight: 2.80 lbs.