Welcome Aboard!. Instrospection Precedes Boat Inspection. How Large a Boat?. Common Powerboat Varieties. Hull Designs. Hull materials. Engine Choices. The Budget Process. Charter's a Starter. The Value of a Broker. Inspecting the Primary Systems: Start with the "Heart". Drive Lines, Propulsion, and Holes in the Hull. Bilge Pumps. Fuel Systems. Cooling and Exhaust Systems. Electrical Systems. When a Nature Calls. Freshwater Supply. Heat, Ventilation, and Air Conditioning. Evaluating the Secondary Systems: Anchors and Ground Tackle. Foode Storage and Refrigeration. Galley Stoves and Fuel Systems.
