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ISBN:
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0071458093 (pbk. : alk. paper)
9780071458092 (pbk. : alk. paper) : $19.95
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Personal Author:
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Gilbert, Brian, 1960-
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Title:
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Fix it and sail : everything you need to know to buy and restore a small sailboat on a shoestring / Brian Gilbert.
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Publication Information:
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Camden, Me. : International Marine/McGraw-Hill, c2006.
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Physical Description:
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viii, 208 p. : ill. ; 24 cm.
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Contents:
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Why restore a small boat? : economics, practical considerations, and having it your way -- Resources and choices for the small boat sailor : books, websites, magazines, and a look at a few boats -- Getting ready : safety, tooling, and setting up shop -- Getting started : restoration strategies, tooling up, cleaning, and more -- Boat joinery and woodworking : materials, techniques, and procedures -- Marine metalwork : cost-effective solutions for the small sailboat -- Canvaswork and upholstery : sewing basics for small boats -- The rig : inspection, repair, and replacement -- Outboard motors : a cost-effective power plant -- Sea trials and commissioning : finishing it all up.
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Subject Term:
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Sailboats Maintenance and repair.
Sailboats Purchasing.
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