The third in a series of Adlard Coles highly practical, hands on, step-by-step photographic manuals, "Replacing Your Boat's Electrical System" fills a gap in the market for the DIY boat builder and repairer, and for owners of older second-hand boats. The electrical system on a boat is crucial for the operation of all manner of useful as well as critical equipment, yet a simple failure or weakness can render these systems inoperable. In older boats fatigued or damaged wiring can be problematical or even terminal, so Mike Westin shows ow to replace a boat's electrical system to ensure fault-free service.This is a visual, hand-holding guide, concentrating on the all-important details as it explains each procedure rather than focussing on the theory (which is relegated to an appendix, for those who wish to go further).

In this series of highly practical, step-by-step photographic manuals, Upgrading Your Boat's Interior shows boatowners how to improve their boat's living space in terms of comfort, functionality and convenience. After just a few years, cabins can all too often look tired, outdated and in desperate need of renovation. But it needn't cost the earth or even require the skills of an expert to revamp them. This book will help owners to regain a little of that 'new-boat' feeling, including: - How to improve your basic facilities, from interior lighting to making your own fan - Simple interior decorating ideas to personalise your onboard space - Working with soft furnishings to create new bunk cushions and sprung mattresses - Creating workable storage solutions - Tackling major woodwork projects, including rebuilding a galley from scratch Suitable for both motorboats and yachts, this invaluable guide is perfect for any boatowner willing to give it a try themselves. Each project lists equipment and a difficulty rating, and many projects are so simple that the whole family can get involved. With this book to hand, it has never been easier to bring your boat's living space into the 21st century.