Understanding Your Boats Systems and Choices.

Nonfiction, Sports, Water Sports, Boating, Sailing
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Author: John Champion ISBN: 9781310157134
Publisher: John Champion Publication: December 27, 2013
Imprint: Smashwords Edition Language: English
Author: John Champion
ISBN: 9781310157134
Publisher: John Champion
Publication: December 27, 2013
Imprint: Smashwords Edition
Language: English

The book details some boat systems such as windlasses and anchoring rode. Compares the options available and the benefits of horizontal and vertical windlasses. Explains what to consider when shopping for a windlass and how to calculate what size to buy. Chapter 2 deals with best installation practice. Chapter 3 deals with boat system voltage, AC and DC is examined and the pros and cons of each, 12-24v and 110-220 are reviewed. Useful information on how to deal with a 110v boat in a 220 v country and vice versa. Chapter 4 is on water makers and the practicalities of powering and running them are covered as are alternate ways of catching water. Water storage including tanks and pumps are included. Chapter 5 is on staying comfortable in hot climates, awnings, fans, ventilation and air conditioners. Not overly technical or serious, easily understood and a bit of fun.

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The book details some boat systems such as windlasses and anchoring rode. Compares the options available and the benefits of horizontal and vertical windlasses. Explains what to consider when shopping for a windlass and how to calculate what size to buy. Chapter 2 deals with best installation practice. Chapter 3 deals with boat system voltage, AC and DC is examined and the pros and cons of each, 12-24v and 110-220 are reviewed. Useful information on how to deal with a 110v boat in a 220 v country and vice versa. Chapter 4 is on water makers and the practicalities of powering and running them are covered as are alternate ways of catching water. Water storage including tanks and pumps are included. Chapter 5 is on staying comfortable in hot climates, awnings, fans, ventilation and air conditioners. Not overly technical or serious, easily understood and a bit of fun.

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