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Catalina 320

Built 1993–? by Catalina Yachts

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About the Catalina 320

Researched from public sources for this model. Any individual boat may have been modified or repowered — confirm before relying on any figure.

Catalina 320
Photo: Ahunt, CC0 via Wikimedia Commons · licence (names blurred)
Built
1993–?
Builder
Catalina Yachts
Designer
Gerry Douglas
Length
32.5 ft
Waterline
28 ft
Beam
11.75 ft
Draft
6 ft
Displacement
11,300 lb
Ballast
4,000 lb
Hull / keel
fin keel
Rig
sloop
Propulsion
inboard
Water
44 gal
Holding
20 gal
Water heater
6 gal · engine
Stern thruster
not fitted
Steering
pedestal cable
Tank capacities — where the figures come from
  • Fuel unknown
    “Fuel 20 Gal” — owner's manual (c. 1999 (hull 645 manual)), c320.org · “stock 19 gallon fuel tank” — owners' association, c320.org · “Fuel Tank 19 Gallon W/Inspection Port C-27, C-28, C-320” — search excerpt, catalinadirect.com · “19 U.S. gallons (72 L; 16 imp gal)” — search excerpt, en.wikipedia.org · “Fuel capacity: 18 gallons” — search excerpt (1995), allatsea.net
    Two original documents differ by 1 gal: the builder's owner's manual (hull 645) says 20 gal, while the tank maker's drawing posted by the Catalina 320 association is for the stock 19-gal tank (Ezell part 30388); Catalina Direct and Wikipedia also say 19. Likely the same tank quoted loosely; one listing says 18.
  • Water 44 gal
    “Water Aft 17.5 Gal, Fwd 26 Gal, Water Heater 6 Gal, Total 49.5 Gal” — owner's manual (c. 1999 (hull 645 manual)), c320.org · “51 U.S. gallons (190 L; 42 imp gal)” — search excerpt, en.wikipedia.org · “Water Capacity: 50 gallons” — search excerpt (2000), sailingtexas.com · “Fresh Water: 51 Gallons (193.06 Liters)” — search excerpt (1996), yachtr.com
    The builder's manual gives aft 17.5 + forward 26 = 43.5 gal in tanks (rounded to 44), or 49.5 gal with the 6-gal water heater, which explains the 50-51 gal quoted elsewhere. An owners' association article says early boats had a single tank under the port settee, so very early hulls may differ.
  • Holding 20 gal
    “Holding 19.5 Gal” — owner's manual (c. 1999 (hull 645 manual)), c320.org · “Holding Tank: 18 gallons” — search excerpt (2000), sailingtexas.com · “Fuel Water Holding. 20 gallon 50 gallon 20 gallon” — search excerpt, vanislemarina.com · “Holding Tank: 22 Gallons (83.28 Liters)” — search excerpt (1996), yachtr.com
    The builder's manual gives 19.5 gal (rounded to 20); listings vary from 18 to 22.
  • Water heater 6 gal · engine
    “TANKAGE and CAPACITIES: Water Aft 17.5 Gal, Fwd 26 Gal, Water Heater 6 Gal, Total 49.5 Gal” — owner's manual, c320.org
    The builder's owner's manual (hull 645) counts a 6 gal water heater within the 49.5 gal water total, so don't add it twice. It describes engine coolant heating the water while motoring; the text available doesn't describe an electric element. The sales brochure lists no equipment, so standard vs optional isn't settled.

Tanks are often replaced or added on older boats — check the tank labels or a survey for yours.

Thrusters and steering — where this comes from
  • Bow thruster unknown
    The builder manual for hull 645 shows no thruster in its equipment list or electrical plan, and no option list was found.
  • Stern thruster not fitted
    Our earlier figure of none has no source, and nothing was found either way.
  • Steering pedestal cable
    “Pedestal Steering Edson W/ 40" Destroyer Wheel” — owner's manual, c320.org · “The emergency tiller moves the whole steering assembly, including cables and quadrant.” — owner's manual, c320.org
    Builder owner's manual (hull 645) lists an Edson pedestal with 40-in destroyer wheel and cable-and-quadrant drive, emergency tiller through a cockpit-sole port aft of the wheel.

Thrusters and steering are often replaced — check the units on your boat before ordering parts.

Sources disagree on fuel tank — left blank rather than guessed.

Fin keel with bulb (6.0 ft) or wing keel (4.25 ft, 11,700 lb). Early boats sold without a bow pulpit. Mark II introduced October 2006 (model year 2007). Owners on forums say the 320 does not share the classic 'smile' problem of older Catalinas, but the keel joint should still be surveyed. Original builder brochure confirms these dimensions, weights and both keel options. Builder history: hull #1000 built March 2004.

Engines fitted

Boats of the same model can differ — check which engines yours actually has before ordering parts.

Generator

Neither the hull 645 owner's manual nor the sales brochure mentions a generator.

Manuals and brochures online

Hosted by the builder or an owners' association; they own the copyright.

Known problems for this model

Engines & parts

Yanmar 3GM / 3GM30F parts: good

Factory standard engine — you entered “Yanmar 3GM30F”

Very popular (used 3GM30Fs sell for $3,000+) and supported by a strong parts network. Cylinder head overhauls (valve seals, lapping, injector service) are a common, parts-supported repair.

Parts sources: Mack Boring & Parts (Yanmar distributor), HDI Marine (stainless exhaust elbows), Parts4Engines

Common problems (2)
  • Overheating at cruise rpm cooling
    The 3GM30F has a known overheating tendency linked to its heat exchanger; owners also trace it to coked elbows, worn impellers, scaled heat exchangers or air in the raw water circuit. Some heat exchangers were replaced under warranty.
    forums.sailboatowners.com
  • Mixing elbow corrosion exhaust
    OEM elbows corrode internally and should be inspected or replaced with stainless versions before they let water into the engine.
    practical-sailor.com · facebook.com
Maker’s service schedule (2)
Fuel filters & water separator250 hrs
“The normal replacement interval for the element is 250 hours ... Filter cleaning First time 50 hours Filter element repl” — manufacturer, c320.org
Air filter / intake silencer250 hrs
“Washing period Every 250 hours” — manufacturer, c320.org
Service part numbers (10)
Oil filter Yanmar 119305-35170
Replaces 119305-35151, 119660-35150
“3GM30F Basic Service Kit ... 119305-35170 1 FILTER ASSY, D68XL65” — dealer, oldportmarine.com · “Maintenance kit Yanmar 2GMF, 2GM20F, 3GMF, 3GM30F ... Yanmar 119305-35170 Oil Filter” — dealer, marinedustrie.com
Fuel filter Yanmar 104500-55710
“Fuel Filter Element 1 104500-55710 / Fuel Filter O-Ring 1 24341-000440” — dealer, ellebogen.com · “3GM30F Basic Service Kit ... 104500-55710 1 ELEMENT, FUEL FILTER” — dealer, oldportmarine.com
Raw-water impeller
Japan-built 3GM / 3GM30(F) (serial not starting with E)
Yanmar 124223-42092
“Impeller 1 124223-42092 / Impeller Gasket 1 124223-42110” — dealer, ellebogen.com · “3GM30F Basic Service Kit ... 124223-42092 1 IMPELLER, PUMP” — dealer, oldportmarine.com
Raw-water impeller
European-built GM-YEU (serial starting with E)
Yanmar 128990-42570
Replaces 128990-42200
“(Supersedes part number: 128990-42200) ... 3GM30-YEU, 3GM30C-YEU 3GM30F-YEU, 3GM30FC-YEU” — dealer, palmerpower.com · “It fits Yanmar 2GM20F, 2YM15, 3GM30F, 3GM30FC, 3TN30F, 3YM20, 3YM30, 3YM30AE engines. Cross Reference: 128990-42200” — dealer, deltadieselparts.com
Drive belt Yanmar 25132-003700
“Alternator Belt 1 25132-003700” — dealer, ellebogen.com · “3GM30F Basic Service Kit ... 25132-003700 1 V-BELT, A37” — dealer, oldportmarine.com
Drive belt Yanmar 104511-78780
“S/W Pump Belt 1 104511-78780” — dealer, ellebogen.com · “3GM30F Basic Service Kit ... 104511-78780 1 V-BELT, M/19” — dealer, oldportmarine.com
Air filter Yanmar 128270-12540
“Air Filter Element 1 128270-12540” — dealer, ellebogen.com · “3GM30F Basic Service Kit ... 128270-12540 1 ELEMENT, AIR CLEANER” — dealer, oldportmarine.com
Zinc / anode
raw-water 3GM / 3GM30; also sold for the F (heat-exchanger) versions
Yanmar 27210-200300
“27210-200300 Yanmar Engine Zinc Anode For 2GM(D), 3GM(D), 2GM20, 3GM30” — dealer, zincsforboats.com · “It fits Yanmar 2GM, 2GM20F, 2GM15, 2GM20, 3GM30F, 3GMF, 3HMF, 3GM30H engines.” — dealer, deltadieselparts.com
Thermostat
3GM30F / 3GMF (fresh-water cooled)
Yanmar 121750-49800
“Thermostat 1 121750-49800 / Thermostat Gasket 1 129350-49541” — dealer, ellebogen.com · “Thermostat for Yanmar 2GMF, 3GMF, 3HMF, 2GM20F, 3GM30F, 3HM35F / REC121750-49800” — dealer, marineparts.eu
Thermostat
3GM / 3GM30 (raw-water cooled)
Yanmar 105582-49200
“Replaces Yanmar Marine 105582-49200 ... 1GM, 2GM, 3GM, 1GM10, 2GM20, 3GM30” — dealer, repowermarine.com · “1GM10, 2GM20 & 3GM30 Thermostat to fit raw water cooled engine versions ... equivalent to 105582-49200” — dealer, parts4engines.com

From the engine maker’s parts lists, or two independent parts dealers. Numbers change with serial number and get superseded — check yours before ordering.

Yanmar 3YM30 / 3YM20 parts: good

Factory standard engine — you entered “Yanmar 3YM30”

Current-generation Yanmar with full dealer support; raw water pump impellers are Jabsco-compatible.

Parts sources: Mack Boring & Parts (Yanmar distributor), Yanmar USA genuine parts

Common problems (3)
  • Leaking heat exchangers and overheating cooling
    Owners report heat exchangers leaking (pressed-in tube joint) and overheating; trapped air in the freshwater circuit and failed impellers are other common causes.
    forums.ybw.com · forums.sailboatowners.com
  • Seawater pump leaks cooling
    The Johnson seawater pump is a frequent leak source, and leaks near the elbow hose can corrode the starter and heat exchanger studs.
    forums.ybw.com
  • Restrictive cast iron elbow exhaust
    The cast iron exhaust riser/elbow clogs with soot, raising back pressure.
    forums.ybw.com
Maker’s service schedule (18)
Engine oil & filter change150 hrs or 1 yr
“4.3.4 Inspection Every 150 Hrs (or one year). (1) Replace the Engine Oil” — manufacturer, j30.us
Replace engine oil filter250 hrs or 1 yr
“4.3.5 Inspection Every 250 Hrs (or one year).” — manufacturer, j30.us
Transmission fluid change
KM marine gear (shaft drive)
150 hrs or 1 yr
“4.3.4 Inspection Every 150 Hrs (or one year). ... (2) Replace the Marine Gear oil” — manufacturer, j30.us
Transmission fluid change
SD sail-drive installations
100 hrs or 6 mo
“4.3.3 Inspection Every 100 Hrs (or six months). (1) Replace the Sail Drive Oil” — manufacturer, j30.us
Fuel filters & water separator250 hrs or 1 yr
“4.3.5 Inspection Every 250 Hrs (or one year). (1) Replace the Fuel Tank Refer to 4.3.1(4). (2) Replace the Fuel Filter” — manufacturer, j30.us
Drain fuel/water separator50 hrs or 1 mo
“4.3.2 Inspection Every 50 Hrs. (or Monthly) (1) Drain the fuel/water separator.” — manufacturer, j30.us
Drain fuel tank (water/sediment)250 hrs or 1 yr
“4.3.5 Inspection Every 250 Hrs (or one year). (1) Replace the Fuel Tank Refer to 4.3.1(4).” — manufacturer, j30.us
Raw-water pump impeller1,000 hrs or 4 yrs
“The impeller must be replaced with new one periodically (every 1000 hrs or 4 years whichever comes first).” — manufacturer, j30.us
Coolant replacement & freeze-point test1 yr
“Replace the fresh water coolant Every year When long life coolant is used of a specified type (see page 24), a replaceme” — manufacturer, j30.us
Air filter / intake silencer250 hrs or 1 yr
“4.3.5 Inspection Every 250 Hrs (or one year).” — manufacturer, j30.us
Exhaust mixing elbow inspection250 hrs or 1 yr
“4.3.5 Inspection Every 250 Hrs (or one year).” — manufacturer, j30.us
Drive belts inspect / replace250 hrs or 1 yr
“Replace the alternator driving belt with new one every 1000 hours or four years, whichever comes first, even if there is” — manufacturer, j30.us
Valve clearance check / adjust1,000 hrs or 4 yrs
“4.3.6 Inspection Every 1000 Hrs (or 4 years). (1) Inspection and Adjustment of Intake/ Exhaust Valve Clearance.” — manufacturer, j30.us
Injector test / service1,000 hrs or 4 yrs
“4.3.6 Inspection Every 1000 Hrs (or 4 years). ... (2) Inspect and Adjust the Fuel Injection Spray Condition.” — manufacturer, j30.us
Inspect/adjust fuel injection timing (dealer)1,000 hrs or 4 yrs
“4.3.6 Inspection Every 1000 Hrs (or 4 years). ... (4) Inspect and Adjust the Fuel Injection Timing” — manufacturer, j30.us
Replace flexible engine mounts1,000 hrs or 4 yrs
“Be sure to replace the Yanmar flexible engine mounts every 1000 hours or 4 years, whichever comes first.” — manufacturer, j30.us
Breather diaphragm assembly inspection (dealer)1,000 hrs or 4 yrs
“4.3.6 Inspection Every 1000 Hrs (or 4 years). ... (5) Diaphragm assembly inspection” — manufacturer, j30.us
Check wiring connectors250 hrs or 1 yr
“4.3.5 Inspection Every 250 Hrs (or one year).” — manufacturer, j30.us
Service part numbers (9)
Oil filter Yanmar 119305-35170
Replaces 119305-35151, 119660-35150
“3YM30 Basic Service Kit up to serial #E01732 ... 119305-35170 FILTER ASSY, D68XL65 (Oil)” — dealer, oldportmarine.com · “It fits Yanmar 1GM10, 2GM20F, 2YM15, 3GM, 3GM30F, 3JH2E, 3YM30, 4JH3E engines. Cross Reference: 119305-35151 119660-3515” — dealer, deltadieselparts.com
Fuel filter Yanmar 104500-55710
“Fuel Filter Element 1 104500-55710 / Fuel Filter O-Ring 1 24341-000440” — dealer, ellebogen.com · “3YM30 Basic Service Kit up to serial #E01732 ... 104500-55710 ELEMENT, FUEL FILTER” — dealer, oldportmarine.com
Raw-water impeller Yanmar 128990-42570
Replaces 128990-42200
“3YM30 Basic Service Kit up to serial #E01732 ... 128990-42570 IMPELLER KIT” — dealer, oldportmarine.com · “(Supersedes part number: 128990-42200) ... 2YM15 3YM20 3YM27A, 3YM30R 3YM30” — dealer, palmerpower.com
Drive belt
early 3YM30 / 3YM20, below the serial break
Yanmar 128990-77350
“128990-77350 3YM30 up to serial #E01732 Belt” — dealer, oldportmarine.com · “S/W Pump Belt 1 128990-77350 < E00304” — dealer, ellebogen.com
Drive belt
later 3YM30 / 3YM20, from the serial break
Yanmar 104511-78780
“104511-78780 3YM30 starting serial #E01733 Belt” — dealer, oldportmarine.com · “S/W Pump Belt 1 104511-78780 E00305 >” — dealer, ellebogen.com
Drive belt
June 2004 up to serial E20847
Yanmar 129612-42290
“Alternator V-Belt 1 129612-42290 June 2004 > / < E20847” — dealer, ellebogen.com · “3YM30 Basic Service Kit up to serial #E01732 ... 129612-42290 V-BELT, A37.5 (Alternator)” — dealer, oldportmarine.com
Drive belt
from serial E20848 (120 A alternator)
Yanmar 128990-77580
“Alternator Flat Belt 1 128990-77580 E20848 >” — dealer, ellebogen.com · “3YM30 Basic Service Kit starting serial #E20848 ... Serpentine belt 128990-77580” — dealer, oldportmarine.com
Air filter Yanmar 128270-12540
“Air Filter Element 1 128270-12540” — dealer, ellebogen.com · “128270-12540 Air Element” — dealer, oldportmarine.com
Thermostat Yanmar 128990-49800
“Thermostat 1 128990-49800 / Thermostat Gasket N/A Not Fitted” — dealer, ellebogen.com · “128990-49800 Thermostat” — dealer, oldportmarine.com

From the engine maker’s parts lists, or two independent parts dealers. Numbers change with serial number and get superseded — check yours before ordering.

Volvo Penta D1 / D2 series (D1-13 to D2-75) parts: good

Factory common repower engine — you entered “Volvo Penta D1-30”

Current-generation small Volvo diesels (Perkins-derived per owners). Glow plugs, injectors and filters can be bought cheaper via Perkins and aftermarket sources; stainless replacement exhaust elbows are sold aftermarket.

Parts sources: MarineDustrie, AB Marine Service (exhaust elbow)

Common problems (3)
  • Exhaust elbow / manifold corrosion exhaust
    The cast elbow rots and has a narrow water passage, which lets water back into the manifold and corrode it through where the two meet; an aftermarket stainless elbow is the usual fix.
    sailnet.com · myhanse.com
  • Fuel pump controller failure fuel
    Contamination or failure of the fuel pump controller is listed as one of the most common D1 faults.
    marinedustrie.com
  • Overheating from corroded heat exchanger/manifold cooling
    Corrosion holes in the combined heat exchanger/manifold cause overheating on D1 and D2 engines.
    myhanse.com · facebook.com
Maker’s service schedule (16)
Engine oil & filter change
D2-55 / D2-75 (2006 operator's manual 7747110)
500 hrs or 1 yr
“After that they should be changed every 500 operating hours or at least once a year.” — manufacturer, noshoes-resoled.com
Fuel filters & water separator
D2-55 / D2-75 (2006 operator's manual 7747110)
500 hrs or 1 yr
“Every 500 operating hours or at least once a year, included in Extended Protection” — manufacturer, noshoes-resoled.com
Raw-water pump impeller
D2-55 / D2-75 (2006 operator's manual 7747110)
500 hrs or 1 yr
“Every 500 operating hours or at least once a year, included in Extended Protection” — manufacturer, noshoes-resoled.com
Check idling speed
D2-55 / D2-75 (2006 operator's manual 7747110)
500 hrs or 1 yr
“Every 500 operating hours or at least once a year, included in Extended Protection” — manufacturer, noshoes-resoled.com
Clean the vacuum (siphon-break) valve
D2-55 / D2-75 (2006 operator's manual 7747110)
500 hrs or 1 yr
“Every 500 operating hours or at least once a year, included in Extended Protection” — manufacturer, noshoes-resoled.com
Transmission fluid change
D2-55 / D2-75 (2006 operator's manual 7747110)
200 hrs or 1 yr
“Every 200 operating hours or at least once a year, included in Extended Protection” — manufacturer, noshoes-resoled.com
Lubricate the propeller-shaft seal (reverse-gear installations)
D2-55 / D2-75 (2006 operator's manual 7747110)
200 hrs or 1 yr
“Every 200 operating hours or at least once a year, included in Extended Protection” — manufacturer, noshoes-resoled.com
Check S-drive / reverse-gear corrosion protection (anodes)
D2-55 / D2-75 (2006 operator's manual 7747110)
200 hrs or 1 yr
“Every 200 operating hours or at least once a year, included in Extended Protection” — manufacturer, noshoes-resoled.com
Air filter / intake silencer
D2-55 / D2-75 (2006 operator's manual 7747110)
500 hrs or 2 yrs
“Every 500 operating hours or at least once every two years” — manufacturer, noshoes-resoled.com
Coolant replacement & freeze-point test
D2-55 / D2-75 (2006 operator's manual 7747110)
500 hrs or 2 yrs
“Every 500 operating hours or at least once every two years” — manufacturer, noshoes-resoled.com
Heat exchanger & oil cooler cleaning
D2-55 / D2-75 (2006 operator's manual 7747110)
500 hrs or 2 yrs
“Every 500 operating hours or at least once every two years” — manufacturer, noshoes-resoled.com
Injector test / service
D2-55 / D2-75 (2006 operator's manual 7747110)
500 hrs or 2 yrs
“Every 500 operating hours or at least once every two years” — manufacturer, noshoes-resoled.com
Valve clearance check / adjust
D2-55 / D2-75 (2006 operator's manual 7747110)
500 hrs or 2 yrs
“Every 500 operating hours or at least once every two years” — manufacturer, noshoes-resoled.com
Check S-drive rubber seal (hull/drive); clean folding propeller
D2-55 / D2-75 (2006 operator's manual 7747110)
1 yr
“Least once a year, included in Extended Protection” — manufacturer, noshoes-resoled.com
Replace propeller-shaft seal (reverse-gear installations, workshop)
D2-55 / D2-75 (2006 operator's manual 7747110)
500 hrs or 5 yrs
“Every 500 operating hours or at least every fifth year” — manufacturer, noshoes-resoled.com
Replace S-drive rubber seal between drive and hull (workshop)
D2-55 / D2-75 (2006 operator's manual 7747110)
7 yrs
“Every seventh year” — manufacturer, noshoes-resoled.com
Service part numbers (5)
Oil filter
D1-30, D2-40, D2-50, D2-55, D2-60, D2-75
Volvo Penta 3840525
“p.90 "D1-30, D2-40" block: Oil filter — 3840525” — manufacturer, volvopenta.com · “# Volvo Penta D2-40 … [OIL FILTER] Part Number: 3840525” — dealer, marinepartsexpress.com
Fuel filter Volvo Penta 861477
“p.90 "D1-13, D1-20" block: Fuel filter — 861477” — manufacturer, volvopenta.com · “# Volvo Penta D1-30 … [FUEL FILTER] Part Number: 861477” — dealer, marinepartsexpress.com
Raw-water impeller
D1-13, D1-20, D1-30, D2-40
Volvo Penta 22222936
“p.90 "D1-13, D1-20" block: Impeller kit — 22222936” — manufacturer, volvopenta.com · “IMPELLER KIT … D2-40,D2-40B,D2-40F,D1-30,D1-30B,D1-30F,… D1-13,D1-13B,D1-13F,D1-20” — dealer, volvopentaparts.shop
Raw-water impeller
D2-50, D2-55, D2-60, D2-75
Volvo Penta 21951346
Replaces 3862281, 3855546, 3856039
“p.90 "D2-50, D2-55, D2-60, D2-75" block: Impeller kit — 21951346” — manufacturer, volvopenta.com · “Volvo Penta: 21951346, 3862281, 3855546, 3856039 / … D2-55, D2-75” — dealer, repowermarine.com
Thermostat
D1-13 to D2-75
Volvo Penta 3842015
“# Volvo Penta D1-30 … [THERMOSTAT] Part Number: 3842015” — dealer, marinepartsexpress.com · “Genuine Volvo Penta Thermostat 3842015 D1-13, D1-20, D1-30 D2-40, D2-55, D2-60, D2-75” — dealer, repowermarine.com
Drive belt
D1-13, D1-20, D1-30, D2-40 (alternator / coolant-pump multi-rib belt)
Sources disagree: 21951188 / 21951188 / 21314684
“Part Number: 21951188 … Supersedes: 3812159 … D1-13 (B and F variants) … D2-40” — dealer, marisolmarine.com · “Volvo Penta 21951188 Alternator belt D1-30 D1-30F D1-30B D2-40 D2-40B D2-40F” — dealer, dedieseldokter.nl

From the engine maker’s parts lists, or two independent parts dealers. Numbers change with serial number and get superseded — check yours before ordering.

Model sources (13)

sailboatdata.com · practical-sailor.com · cruisersforum.com · catalinayachts.com · catalinayachts.com · c320.org · mareng.com.au · boattrader.com · yachtworld.com · en.wikipedia.org · justanswer.com · c320.org · c320.org

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