Technical Specs

From original Marine Diesel Owner’s Manual Model 25

1984 Catalina 36

 

o        12 volt, 55 AMP alternator, electric starter, glow plugs

o        4.0 qts. SAE 30 HD or 10w40 (using SAE 30)

o        Fill to full mark on dipstick

o        Use automatic transmission fluid ATF "A" or GM-Dextron II (do not mix the two)

o        Fill to full mark on dipstick

o        Quantity: approximately 1.3 pints (.55 liter)

o        Fresh water cooling (FWC): 5 qts. 50/50 water & antifreeze

Fill to bottom of  the filler cap

o        Sea water cooled (SWC): 14 PSI

o        water pressure cap: R15

o        mechanic says hose too small, it was jammed on the heat exchanger. Changed hose to 5/8” July 2009

o        Fuel: Part Number 298854

Primary: ONAN 149-1914-05 (or Racor R24)

Secondary: TP-1200 25013415

o        Oil: Part Number 300209

Fram PH3593A

o        Oberdorfer 202 M-15 (4 screws)

o        Impeller: Onan

o                    5/16 on the 2” heat exchanger

 

It is recommended to carry an extra v-Belt, Sea Water Pump Impeller, Fuel and Lube Oil Filter, and a quart of lube and transmission oil on board at all times to be available should the need arise.

 

Universal M-25 Diesel Engine manual

 

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