Apr 2, 2014 · Please share with me problems that I might encounter with a 3116 Cat. Engine. I am looking at 390 Mainships some with Cat.

Jun 7, 2019 · Have read a bunch of bad things about the motor like blow by issues and heads cracking. Wondering if it's worth avoiding this motor. Boat ...

Cat 3116 with 900 hours runs smoothly but randomly drops to 750 RPM (idle) and engine alarm sounds. If I pull throttle back to neutral alarm stops. Wait a few ...

Sep 10, 2009 · I am told it's either improper maintenance or a defective valve. I have been speaking with several knowledgeable mechanics the past few days, I ...

Oct 24, 2019 · Had a total failure of one motor and worked out a deal with Cat to repower. New motors head on one failed at 800 hours. Both sets of motors ...

Dec 30, 2009 · The engine was fraught with serious valve train and cooling system problems about which Catepillar did less than a commendable job on living up ...

Oct 11, 2020 · Customer called because their stbd engine suddenly lost power like it was out of fuel. I went out with the customer and drove the boat and ...

Jul 12, 2013 · While ideling is never good for any diesel its long term harm is slow to happen. Running full throttle , wide open sadly is common on many ...