Knowledge of metal corrosion and its prevention are vital for thesafety and integrity of a boat. The third edition of this unique bookis for boat owner and boat builder alike, giving advice on how toprevent or at least reduce the corrosive effects of seawater. In thisedition more attention is paid to electrolytic corrosion as nowadaysmany more people plug into a shore supply. Modern super sealants, copper sheathing and chromium plating areexamined, as are engines, outdrives and even mooring chains, sincethese are just as vital to a boat's security as the rudder stock.Finally, there are tables showing the corrosion rates of differentmetals in fresh and salt water. 'One of the most coveted guides... an excellent book' Powerboat Reports