[C320-list] Another White Smoke from Perkins M30 Question

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It certainly sounds like a blown head gasket.
Rich

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  On Mon, Jan 22, 2024 at 5:29 PM, Dave Hupe via C320-list<c320-list at lists.catalina320.com> wrote:   If considering rebuilding the M30 check out: https://www.parts4engines.com/perkins-perama-m30-parts/  Lots of good parts (many OEM) available from a firm in Great Britain  including overhaul kit or gasket set. I have used them several times ... service, speed of shipping, and price (including overseas shjpping) are great. They are very responsive to email questions. For instance I bought a replacement heat exchanger tank from them (although doesn't  seem available any longer from them). 
Dave Hupe 
1994 C320 #32 (Perkins M30)
Holland, MI 
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  On Mon, Jan 22, 2024 at 4:30 PM, Jack Brennan via C320-list<c320-list at lists.catalina320.com> wrote:  If I were you, I think my first move would be to find a good mechanic and pay a couple of hundred dollars for a good assessment on the engine. Rebuilding a good engine is always much cheaper than going new.

With new diesels, the big issue is whether you’re willing to go with one that has a computer board. They run more efficiently, but you’re SOL if something on the board goes. No chance of doing a backyard fix when you’re out cruising.

I believe Beta Marine still sells new diesels without the computer board.

Also, check on the prices of replacement parts before you pick a brand. Parts for the ancient Volvos were staggeringly expensive. I don’t know whether that’s still the case. Yanmar is a little better, but a 55-amp alternator you can buy for $110 on the Internet goes for $900 or so with a Yanmar sticker.

Jack Brennan
Sonas, 1998 Catalina 320
Tierra Verde, Fl.