Product Description

A thorough grounding is provided in this book in all aspects of looking after the various systems that make up a narrow boat. Proper installation and maintenance of these systems is vital for safe and enjoyable cruising. It will enable all narrow boat owners to keep equipment in good working order. All systems are covered, including hull and superstructure, engine, electrics, plumbing, heating, woodwork and fittings. Also included are routine maintenance checks, larger repairs/overhauls and full explanations of current safety standards. The book is illustrated with photographs and explanatory line drawings.

Product Details

• Amazon Sales Rank: #40257 in Books
• Published on: 1995-03-27
• Original language: English
• Binding: Hardcover
• 142 pages

Customer Reviews

A surprisingly fun read
We are new to narrowboats and wanted something to cover the basics of care as well as some pre-purchase information. Although randomly selected, this book hit the spot. Plenty of technical info, but not too much as to go straight over our heads, but the best thing about the book is that despite being a very useful reference for us novices, is that the underlying humour constantly raises a giggle as you read... And boating should never be too serious...

Read, mark and learn
Another of those books or manuals you never read all the way through in one sitting. But then how many people do, when it's a "Care and Maintenance" book? I like the clearly laid out text and not put off by technical jargon. I honestly admit to STILL not having read every minute dot, dash, syllable and bit of text but what I have read, I understand and know I'll keep as a good "well, let's think of this-bit-first" book, when I go to look for and after things! A big thank you to N.B. for putting it this into words some of us non-techies can understand.

Absollutely Brilliant
This book is brilliant. It covers the basics of everything you need. Cant wait to get a boat and get started. Im sure i will come back to this book time and time again. Great buy!