Stu and Laura’s top engine tips
■ Cut the top off a milk carton and wrap it under the fuel filter so■ A nappy helps collect excess oil and diesel. Absorbent pads are great for keeping a clean work area■ Use grease or Vaseline to hold a seal or O-ring in place■ Dip screws in Vaseline before screwing back in to keep them lubricated■ A foam covering for the air intake quietens the engine. You can buy them from car shops.■ Rust often looks worse than it is. It’s surprising what a wire brush can do n A torch is handy for looking into the dark recesses of an engine. A head torch is good as it leaves your hands free■ Every yacht should have a Swiss Army knife – perfect for many jobs ■ Write the installation date on the filters to remind you when they need changing■ Wonder Wipes help keep a workstation clean
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