You referred to a 3GDF. I'm not familiar with this engine and in fact did a google search which revealed nothing. Typo? If you intended to say 3GMF then the answer is yes it is a direct replacement, with caveats. As I understand it not all of the 3GM engines had the same transmission so check that the gear ratio and cable arrangement is the same. Furthermore, the fresh water cooling will slightly change the seawater intake arrangement and the exhaust arrangement.
You could just get the valve seals and/or guides fixed. Josh Muckley S/V Sea Hawk 1989 C&C 37+ Solomons, MD On Oct 22, 2016 4:20 PM, "Howard and Skippy via CnC-List" < [email protected]> wrote: > After 32 years, my 3GMD is loosing about 1 qt of oil/10 hrs of running. > It runs great and does not seem to smoke. I think the seals are weeping > and causing the oil loss. Does anyone know if the 3GDF is a direct swap > for the 3GMD, as "F" is more readily found. Thanks. > Howard Paul > Knot Again, 35-3 > > _______________________________________________ > > This list is supported by the generous donations of our members. If you > wish to make a contribution to offset our costs, please go to: > https://www.paypal.me/stumurray > > All Contributions are greatly appreciated! >
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