Apr 2, 2014 · Most failed in the first 500 hours. Call Cat with the serial numbers of the engines on the boat you want and they can tell you if they are soft ...

Jan 25, 2012 · I have a 3116 in my 92 topkick... I was wanting to load up some canola and on my way to the bin in the other yard It started to lose power.

Biggest issues we have are starter solenoids, HEUI pumps (caused by clogged fuel tank vents starving the pump for fuel, scores the inside of the housing), ...

Nov 6, 2012 · Erratic behavior of a caterpillar 3116 engine. It is losing power and I have changed the unit injectors - Answered by a verified Technician.

Aug 15, 2006 · The 3116 had lots of early problems, soft blocks, head, injector problems. One still running with 650 hours will probably last awhile longer.

Mar 6, 2021 · Look for clear, clean diesel coming back with no bubbles while the engine idles. If you have black or dark diesel and/or bubbles, then you have ...

It seems like a fuel issue. Both engines are smoking, and neither will get more than 1950 RPM. I don't hear the turbos spool up on either engine. Tried each ...

Jun 24, 2018 · As a guy who used to work for cat on those engines, I will say they are NOT a good engine. Not that it will blow on you, but you can have ...