Cover; Copyright; Contents; ACKNOWLEDGEMENTS; INTRODUCTION; CHAPTER 1 BUDGETS AND PLANNING; CHAPTER 2 CHOOSING A BUILDING SITE; CHAPTER 3 BUILDING IN FIBREGLASS -- MATERIALS AND TOOLS; CHAPTER 4 BUILDING IN FIBREGLASS -- BUILDING THE HULL; CHAPTER 5 BUILDING IN FIBREGLASS -- DECKS, TANKS AND APPENDAGES; CHAPTER 6 BUILDING IN TIMBER; CHAPTER 7 BUILDING IN STEEL OR ALUMINIUM; CHAPTER 8 DESIGNING AND BUILDING INTERIORS; CHAPTER 9 ENGINES IN SAIL AND POWERBOATS; CHAPTER 10 ELECTRICAL SYSTEMS IN SAIL AND POWERBOATS; CHAPTER 11 CHOOSING A SAILBOAT DESIGN; CHAPTER 12 CHOOSING A POWERBOAT DESIGN
Appendix a further readingappendix b glossary of technical terms; index; a; b; c; d; e; f; g; h; i; j; k; l; m; n; o; p; r; s; t; u; v; w
Summary
This book caters specifically for the needs of prospective buyers of production and custom built boats, outlining the pros and cons of all types of boatbuilding materials. It will help owners decide what material is most suitable for their needs and how to customise and modify the boat to suit their particular requirements. With his vast experience of boat design, Bruce Roberts-Goodson gives advice (for both sail and powerboats) on: construction materials and methods; special tools required; suitable building sites; designing and building the interiors; engines for sail and power; electrical s
