Thanks for the reply. Does anyone know for sure about the 3116's? My friend got the deal done on the 40' Sundancer but it's 150 miles away. We're trying to just what we need to get her home. Thanks
Frank I'm surprised at your response. I've always been told 2800 to 2850 was mandatory. Other wise it's overloaded through the whole rpm range. This is preached on Boatdiesel all the time.
Hey all the engine sync didn't seem to work. Capt engaged sync slave was free but didn't follow master. Any tricks or is there an issue? I think it's a Sturdy synchronizer. Thanks Randy
hi all I've been asking questions about these boats. Well my friend had an offer accepted and we did the sea trial . 300 HP 3116's. Cat guys were on board. Boat only hit 2700 RPM'S. Cat guy says that's ok because it's not off by too much. Well from what I know that's wrong! What do you guys...
Thanks for all the responses guys!!! I'm not receiving emails even though I'm subscribed to this thread. Engine survey and sea trial is next Wednesday!!!
Ok thanks for the replies. We met the previous owner and he said the boats cruises at 22 knots at 2200 RPMS. That sounds great but he said it burns 35 gallons an hour!!! That's no where near the 18 to 22 gph you guys are talking about. What's the deal?? Thanks again
A friend is looking at a late 90's 400 Sundancer with 300 HP 3116's. Anyone on here own one or have real life experience with them? Do they seem under powered, cruising speed, fuel burn, etc.etc. Does it lower the value of the boat? Thanks in advance Randy
Guys thanks for all the input so far keep it coming. Frank I am interested in more info please post when you can. I'm helping a friend looking to purchase a 400 or 410 Dancer. He's never had a diesel boat. I've owned two and worked on many diesels but never the 3116 or 3126. So I only know what...
Ok couple more questions first what do you wack your head on?? I'll ask this in the forum also but 3116 vs 3126?? or a cummins 6CTA if you can find one? I'm a diesel guy and here all the horror stories. What do you guys think? I had 3208's and loved them. Thanks Randy