[C320-list] Perkins Perama Poll

[Dan Winsor]

Thanks for the info.

On Thu, Sep 19, 2024, 17:14 David Dines <dfdines at gmail.com> wrote:

> Hi Dan,
>
> I was in a similar situation 2 winters ago. I replaced the heat exchanger
> and tube (with a major leak from the exhaust into the coolant system),
> hoses, repaired muffler, new elbow. Unrelated to specifically that side of
> the engine but easier once it is out of the way, changed the engine mounts,
> shaft and cutless bearing, and replaced the blower hoses which were damaged
> and were worthless. Considered, doing the starter motor, but decided to
> leave the existing one in as it still worked. The fuel pump, injector
> service is scheduled for this winter.
>
> This year I discovered a significant crack in the tube that is used for
> suctioning oil out for oil changes (under the oil filter), which dumped oil
> in the bilge (which is contained) and drained about 3 qts so the dipstick
> was clean. Got the part welded and have to make a gasket to complete the
> fix. Will inspect the oil pan after cleaning up to see that needs attention.
>
> David Dines
> “Teal Heron”
> 94 C320 #144
> Beverly, MA
>
>
> On Sep 18, 2024, at 2:26 PM, Dan Winsor via C320-list <
> c320-list at lists.catalina320.com> wrote:
>
> Greetings all you proud perama persons and thank you for taking a moment to
> participate in this poll. As some of you have read, I am renewing my
> cooling system and have the engine torn down quite a bit, as well as the
> surrounding articles. Point being, it will never be easier than right now
> to perform additional work. I would like to know how many of you have had
> to service things like starter motor, injection pump, injectors, head
> gasket, oil pan, etc.
> Thanks again,
> Dan Winsor
> Lucky Devil #109
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