Saverio
Well-Known Member
- Aug 31, 2010
- 1,506
- Boat Info
- 1995 450 DA
- Engines
- Cat 3126 420hp
900 hours Westerbeek Generator
Could this be the reason you broke the cap?
Official Caterpillar3116/3126 Thread
- Thread starter carterchapman
- Start date
- Jun 2, 2008
- 5,024
- Boat Info
- 1998 450 Sundancer, Achilles dinghy w/15hp
- Engines
- 3126 Cat's
Yes... Exactly.
- Aug 20, 2021
- 1,314
- Boat Info
- Started out as MAYBE A DANCER
Became a Dancer - 12/23/21
- Engines
- 450 DA Sundancer running CAT 3126
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Don't feel bad.
I didn't think about masking off the transmission rear main output shaft output seal before I went to paint - I damaged that seal...........
Really didn't want to even admit it here, but am doing so to ease your pain.
We all make dumbass mistakes from time to time.
Likely I win the prize this month.....
BEST !
RWS
it damaged the seal? Did the paint get on the sealing surface?
- Jun 2, 2008
- 5,024
- Boat Info
- 1998 450 Sundancer, Achilles dinghy w/15hp
- Engines
- 3126 Cat's
Thanks, best wishes with your seal...
- Aug 20, 2021
- 1,314
- Boat Info
- Started out as MAYBE A DANCER
Became a Dancer - 12/23/21
- Engines
- 450 DA Sundancer running CAT 3126
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yes, the couplers were rusty from the previous dripless seal not receiving the required cooling water due to critter growth (oh, the trials and tribulations of a Dock Queen)
Got the water issues handled.
Decided NOT to use rattle cans on this project
I used POR-15 on any rust spots, then sprayed Nissan PARIS WHITE, automotive enamel, with FEE a dash of extra hardener.
Both shafts on this 45DA are easily turned by hand.
After the paint dried, it was painted tight.
That's when I had my .....OOPS moment
Thank goodness I'm doing this project in sections, and had not yet gotten to the port side !
BEST !
RWS
ohh the dripless seal? I read that as the oil seal on the transmission. Not that the dripless is fun to replace but a heck of a lot better than pulling the transmission
- Aug 20, 2021
- 1,314
- Boat Info
- Started out as MAYBE A DANCER
Became a Dancer - 12/23/21
- Engines
- 450 DA Sundancer running CAT 3126
No,
You read it right.
I FIXED the little spray leaks at the dripless.
I CREATED the trans leak at the output shaft
You read it right.
I FIXED the little spray leaks at the dripless.
I CREATED the trans leak at the output shaft
mrsrobinson
Well-Known Member
I am paying to have the aftercoolers removed/serviced on mine this week. I saw another thread on here, can't find it now, where someone pulled there's and was asking if they needed cleaning. In my opinion if you are going to go thru the effort to remove /reinstall why not go ahead and have them cleaned?
agreed. Once they’re off get them tested and cleaned
Dani-Lu
Well-Known Member
11 zincs per engine.
mrsrobinson
Well-Known Member
Now that I own the boat I need to start buying some of the parts to get the service up to date. Thermostats, belts, ELC, etc. Where do you buy these types of parts, from Caterpillar direct? Do I purchase Marine parts, or are they interchangeable with truck and heavy equipment engines?
- Oct 6, 2006
- 12,155
- Boat Info
- 1996 450DA
- Engines
- 3116 Caterpillars
I always used genuine Caterpillar parts. I found them to be cheaper than auto parts stores after-market parts. Since you will be away from the waterfront a good part of ypur time, try to develop a relationship with the parts department at a Cat dealer's store that specializes in earth moving equipment as opposed to a store close to the water where prices will be higher.
Take both the engine's serial number and the AR # (arrangement number) with you a good parts guy can find anything you need with those 2 numbers. Just tell the parts guy you need thermostats, thermostat gaskets, belts and engine hoses for your engine serial #'s. Margins are set by dealer management so the parts guy is just hitting "enter" and he doesn't care if the guy in front of him is a boat or road grader owner.
Take both the engine's serial number and the AR # (arrangement number) with you a good parts guy can find anything you need with those 2 numbers. Just tell the parts guy you need thermostats, thermostat gaskets, belts and engine hoses for your engine serial #'s. Margins are set by dealer management so the parts guy is just hitting "enter" and he doesn't care if the guy in front of him is a boat or road grader owner.
- Jun 2, 2008
- 5,024
- Boat Info
- 1998 450 Sundancer, Achilles dinghy w/15hp
- Engines
- 3126 Cat's
My transmission cooler wasn't compromised like I thought so I can pay to return it or if someone is in need I can ship it to you....?
Your Order #101647092
Placed on Mar 14, 2022, 12:16:44 PM
Items Qty Price
113-1113 Caterpillar Transmission / Gear Cooler
SKU: MRC113-1113
1 $356.50
Subtotal $356.50
Shipping & Handling $24.08
Grand Total $380.58
Your Order #101647092
Placed on Mar 14, 2022, 12:16:44 PM
Items Qty Price
113-1113 Caterpillar Transmission / Gear Cooler
SKU: MRC113-1113
1 $356.50
Subtotal $356.50
Shipping & Handling $24.08
Grand Total $380.58
What’s your review of them so far, quality?
- Jun 2, 2008
- 5,024
- Boat Info
- 1998 450 Sundancer, Achilles dinghy w/15hp
- Engines
- 3126 Cat's
The part is a beast its heavy, appears to be very professionally crafted... I can post pictures if interested ?
that would be Great. I’m holding off on ordering replacements until I pull ours to inspect but I’d like to be prepared. Thanks!
- Jun 2, 2008
- 5,024
- Boat Info
- 1998 450 Sundancer, Achilles dinghy w/15hp
- Engines
- 3126 Cat's
thanks, looks like a quality piece. Anything noticeably different between that and what you removed?
- Jun 2, 2008
- 5,024
- Boat Info
- 1998 450 Sundancer, Achilles dinghy w/15hp
- Engines
- 3126 Cat's
It seems a little more robust, but nothing major.
