[C320-list] 3YM30 Oil Change

[Kurt R. Budelmann, M.D.]

Exactly 3 Quarts on a 3YM-30.  I pump the oil out and measure it to confirm amount needed to refill.
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Kurt R. Budelmann
Everwind, Catalina 320 #1035
----- Original Message ----- 
  From: marshall lucas 
  To: c320-list at catalina320.com 
  Sent: Monday, May 14, 2007 2:33 PM
  Subject: [C320-list] 3YM30 Oil Change


  Yesterday, I changed the oil. First I ran the engine so it 
  reacehed operating temp. I pumped the old oil out and put 
  a new filter on. The Yanmar Manual indicated that 3 qts of 
  oil were needed. So I cautiously and slowly added 3 qts of 
  oil, frequently checking the fluid level so I did not over 
  fill. I ran the engine until it reached operating temp 
  waited a while and rechedcked. The level is just 1/2 way 
  between the high and low marks. I called our local Yanmar 
  dealer and he said the 3YM30 usually takes between 3 and 4 
  qts of oil. He estimated that I would probably need to add 
  another 1/2 qt to get it closer to the high mark.

  What is your experience with oil capacity.



  Marshall & Daine Lucas
  & The Merrythought Poodles
  SV Merrythought C320 # 1037