Intermediate Diesel

This course is for anyone who owns and maintains their own sailboat, already have some basic knowledge of diesel engines, and want to gain a better understanding of them, including proper operation and more advanced maintenance procedures.

Attendance at a prior BCA Basic Diesel course or a good basic knowledge of diesel engines is a pre-requisite for this course. Some topics covered include:

• Review of fuel, cooling and lubrication systems
• Electrical system: batteries, alternators, AC chargers & inverters
• Battery servicing
• Various charging systems
• Drives: straight drive, v-drive, sail drives
• Shaft seals

Instructor

David West is a highly experienced and knowledgeable diesel mechanic and instructor who comes highly recommended by past students. He is also a sailing instructor.

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