Diesel Myths
Gas Versus Diesel
The Safety Issue
Gas Engine Longevity
Diesel Maintenance Issues
Diesel Operating Issues
Who Really Needs Diesels?
Boat Size and Weight
Minimum Planing Speed Test
Diesel Engines
Diesel Power Ratings
Brake -vs- Shaft
Horsepower Continuous -vs- Intermittent Power
Continuous -vs- Intermittent Duty
Revolutions Per Minute
Diesel Engine Reliability
Experience by Manufacturer
Detroit Diesel
Caterpillar Engines
Cummins Diesels
Volvo Diesels
Yanmar Diesels
German Diesels
Gas Engines
GM Block Engines
An Important Rule for Internal Combustion Engines
Marinizing Companies
Mercruiser
Volvo Gas Engines
Transmissions
Reverse-Reduction Gears
Z-F Transmissions
Vee Drives
Stern Drives - The Bete Noir of Power Boating
Alternative Drive Systems
Mid
Size Power Boatsfocuses exclusively on fiberglass
power boats of the cruiser class generally 30-55 feet, with
discussions on the pros and cons of each type: Expresses,
trawlers, motor yachts, multi purpose types, sport fishermen,
and sedan cruisers.
The
most comprehensive personal guide to the evaluation and selection
of both new and used mid size power boats.