Author: Jean-Luc Pallas
Publisher:
From Baird Maritime:
No matter how big the vessel you drive, it almost inevitable that one day you will be involved with outboard motors.
While outboard motors have improved dramatically in their utility, user-friendliness and reliability over the last couple of decades, they still can be very much "one man" machines, in that they are usually very reliable for their main operator but quite cantankerous for others.
Of course, now we have both two-stroke and four-stroke motors. Two-strokes are gradually being phased out thanks to ever more stringent environmental regulations. Nevertheless, these essential characteristics remain the same.
Having owned and operated a number of outboard motors, your reviewer stands by a general principle of never letting a mechanic touch them unless they absolutely won't start. Check the oil occasionally and leave them alone is the theory that works best.
There are times, though, when you need to know more. This clearly illustrated and simply explained manual is the ideal place to start. Every outboard motor owner should have one.
Ordering Information:
Adlard Coles Nautical
London, United Kingdom
Web: www.adlardcoles.com
