[C320-list] Xmission Dip Stick 101

[John Frost]

Thanks a million!
I never would have the guessed the part about not screwing it down.
Back to the boat with my "petroleum sucker" and a file.

John 
2007 C320 MKII, Hull # 1118 
Lake Guntersville, AL


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[mailto:c320-list-bounces at lists.catalina320.com] On Behalf Of Jon Vez
Sent: Saturday, February 28, 2009 5:45 AM
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Subject: Re: [C320-list] Xmission Dip Stick 101

John, that line scribed near the bottom of the dip stick is the full level
for the transmission gearbox. As Karl says, it's important to measure by
setting the dip stick in the opening and not screwing it down. It can be
difficult to read since the oil should remain opaque (unlike the engine
oil). Definitely do not overfill!

Regards,

Jon Vez
Solstice #582

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[mailto:c320-list-bounces at lists.catalina320.com] On Behalf Of John Frost
Sent: Friday, February 27, 2009 7:41 PM
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Subject: [C320-list] Xmission Dip Stick 101

I just (almost) completed my first time oil change on my 320 and have a
question on the transmission oil level.

I have a Yanmar 3YM30 engine. My manual says make sure oil level is not too
high or too low.

Dumb Question: How do I read the transmission dip stick?

It is  rigid, roughly 6" long and I only can see one line scribed on it,
looks to be about 3/4" from bottom of the rod.

Is that the "full" "or "low" line? I am guessing that is the full line and
the bottom of the rod is the low line, but don't like to guess on expensive
topics..

Filling to that line only fills the transmission about 20% full, but I
assume the gears are bathed in what is there.

What happens if I am over it?

 

Thanks!

 

John 

2007 C320 MKII, Hull # 1118 

Lake Guntersville, AL