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 Caterpillar:3116 Series -  Oil Change VIEW/REPLY   Notify me of any new messages to this topic. 2  Wed Nov 11 09 1:46 PM
Nov 11 2009
12:36 PM
Level-1 Member Captenzo   I was only able to run my Cat 3116ta engines 25 hours this season. Should I still change oil and filters before layup this fall?
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 Caterpillar:3116 Series -  Rotella T 30W is it CF-4 rated??? VIEW/REPLY   Notify me of any new messages to this topic. 16  Wed Nov 4 09 9:10 PM
Nov 1 2009
01:32 PM
Level-1 Member Fishbob33   Odd thing, Rotella 1 gal jug does not have cf-4 rating only CF,CF-2 while one quart says CF-4. Anyone know why? Once again, boat stress. Weekend, changing oil. No shell tech line...closed, and what a.....
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 Caterpillar:3116 Series -  Proper Lube Oil for 3116 300HP VIEW/REPLY   Notify me of any new messages to this topic. 7  Sat Oct 31 09 3:45 PM
Feb 7 2008
02:40 AM
Level-1 Member Mel Kaluzny   I purchased a boat that has a pair of low hour (400), non French, 1996 vintage, 300HP 3116 CATS. What is the proper lube oil to use. The Owners manual says multiviscosity 15W-30 or 40. The SAEO oil .....
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 Caterpillar:3116 Series -  Cat Special Application Oil worth the money? VIEW/REPLY   Notify me of any new messages to this topic. 25  Sat Oct 31 09 3:22 PM
Sep 15 2009
04:13 AM
Level-1 Member Hal   Have 1999 Albemarle 305 express cruiser with Cat 3116 300HP. Bought it with 600 hrs in 2001 and now have 2700 flawless hours. Have always used Cat Special Application 30W oil because of the claim.....
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 Caterpillar:3116 Series -  Replacing a 3116 300hp VIEW/REPLY   Notify me of any new messages to this topic. 1  Wed Oct 28 09 3:17 AM
Oct 27 2009
09:22 PM
Guest Waldo   Good friend lost his 1993 3116 Cat in is lobster boat and needs to replace. He is in Mid Coast Maine. Looking for recommendations. wants to "drop in" as his gear is still out. Will a 3126 wo.....
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 Caterpillar:3116 Series -  Installation of Racor CCV Crankcase Ventilation Filter System in Cat 3116 marine engine VIEW/REPLY Includes Attachments Notify me of any new messages to this topic. 5  Tue Oct 20 09 10:51 AM
Oct 18 2009
03:42 PM
Level-1 Member G4 Gil   I had Turbo and Aftercooler problems with my Cat 3116 300 Hp engine. I´m thinking of installing the Racor CCV Crankcase Ventilation Filter System which should reduce the blow-by crankcase gasses and .....
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 Caterpillar:3116 Series -  Valves CAT 3116 VIEW/REPLY   Notify me of any new messages to this topic. 15  Tue Oct 13 09 12:51 AM
Sep 9 2008
03:33 PM
Guest Cruiser   I have a 1993 Searay EC400 with twin CAT 3116 TA. In 2007 my port engine dropped a valve causing me to replace the head and turbo and this year 2008 the starboard engine dropped a valve causing me to .....
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 Caterpillar:3116 Series -  CAT marine diesel mechanic VIEW/REPLY   Notify me of any new messages to this topic. 1  Wed Oct 7 09 1:06 PM
Oct 6 2009
04:56 PM
Level-1 Member David C. Hoddinott   Looking for recommendations for a CAT diesel mechanic in Southeaset CT.?
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 Caterpillar:3116 Series -  3116 Governor VIEW/REPLY   Notify me of any new messages to this topic. 1  Tue Oct 6 09 2:09 AM
Oct 3 2009
12:21 PM
Guest Pah   Hi, Just noticed sign of an oil leak (dark colored - not diesel) from perimeter of an approx 1 inch diam flat disc (plug) on the side of the governor housing.Is this something unusual/potentially ser.....
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 Caterpillar:3116 Series -  Caterpillar 3116 Max RPM´s VIEW/REPLY Includes Attachments Notify me of any new messages to this topic. 1  Wed Sep 30 09 10:34 PM
Sep 30 2009
09:07 PM
Guest Mike S.   I have a 1999 Luhrs 320 open. Does anyone know where I can find the original 3116 cat specs for my motors. Looking for the max rpm´s on motors. Mike
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 Caterpillar:3116 Series -  3116 Water In My Oil VIEW/REPLY   Notify me of any new messages to this topic. 0  Sat Sep 19 09 9:20 PM
Sep 19 2009
09:20 PM
Level-1 Member Hidh Return   A couple weeks ago i ran my boat about 400 miles ran perfectly. 2 weeks later after sitting i checked my port oil level showed about 3/4 inch above the high mark. I was sure i didn´t put too much oil .....
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 Caterpillar:3116 Series -  caterpillar Question for Dave VIEW/REPLY   Notify me of any new messages to this topic. 2  Wed Sep 16 09 12:37 PM
Aug 25 2009
02:44 AM
Level-1 Member John   Dave, My 3116/350 hp engines have run 185/190 at 2350 all summer. Last trip offshore I saw 190/195 on port 190 on starboard..Also saw our water temp up to 77/79 degrees along with 90 degree humid air......
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 Caterpillar:3116 Series -  3116 Issues, Dropped Valves VIEW/REPLY   Notify me of any new messages to this topic. 0  Wed Sep 16 09 2:50 AM
Sep 16 2009
02:50 AM
Level-1 Member Phirsch   I recently responded to another member who had a problem of a dropped valve that basically took out his engine. I have just recently had the same issue happen on my boat. I apparently dropped a valve .....
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 Caterpillar:3116 Series -  Low Volts, Low Oil Pressure & a dead battery VIEW/REPLY   Notify me of any new messages to this topic. 3  Tue Sep 15 09 10:30 PM
Sep 11 2009
05:48 PM
Level-1 Member Esabo   Hi guys- this is my first post. I am brand new to the marine diesel world as I just bought my first diesel powered boat and am thirsting for knowledge. Any input on this would be great. I was told.....
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 Caterpillar:3116 Series -  How many hours did you get out of your 3116´s? VIEW/REPLY   Notify me of any new messages to this topic. 3  Sun Sep 13 09 8:15 PM
Sep 13 2009
01:39 AM
Level-1 Member Lucky Dog   Can you share the number of hours you put on your 3116´s before they needed a rebuild? Looking to buy 2002 San Juan 38´ with twin 3116´s 350 HP with 500 hours. Broker says motors have been serviced .....
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