2002 Cat 3196 660 hp 600hrs

CaptainJC · 03-17-2008, 11:23 PM

I understand there is some problems with the aftercoolers on these engines , but has anyone had any first hand experiense with these engines , can the problems be fixed and any other history or info on these would be very helpful. My boss realy likes a boat with these in them.
Thanks for any input........

clt_capt · 03-17-2008, 11:33 PM

Have a look here;
http://www.sportfishermen.com/board/...nfo-20539.html

CaptainJC · 03-17-2008, 11:53 PM

Thanks, looks like they have not found a solution to the problems yet....

marlin magnet · 03-18-2008, 01:21 PM

http://www.catdefect.com-a.googlepages.com/home

Another site you may want to check out for an opinion is
www.boatdiesel.com

Storm · 03-18-2008, 04:51 PM

According to court testimony from a Caterpllar engineer, there has been no improvement to and no plans to improve the latest version aftercooler (serial number 216-5147). Caterpillar's marine engine web site now lists 3196 and C12 engines with its out of production engines. This should be food for thought for all those pondering the idea of a 3196 or C12 purchase. Caterpillar's attorneys continue to deny that any substantial number of 3176, 3196, or C12 engines contain defects, known or unknown, related to their aftercoolers. To read a copy of the court testimony describing improvements to the various aftercooler iterations visit my website: http://www.catdefect.com-a.googlepages.com/home . For official information concerning the class-action lawsuit, visit: http://www.jaikinsvcaterpillar.com

Storm

Mako Wish · 03-18-2008, 06:16 PM

Never saw a Cat that liked water !!!!

CaptainJC · 03-18-2008, 11:10 PM

Thanks guys....cant beleive that they cant make a aftercooler for those engines that will not fail.....

trollman · 03-21-2008, 09:07 PM

listen to these guys here. i have read these court documents and wd never buy a CAT, never.

03-17-2008, 11:23 PM	#1
CaptainJC I am a tackle Ho Join Date: Jan 2008 Location: Pensacola Fl Posts: 17 Credits: 1,217.5 Boat: 2006 61' Viking / 2004 42' Tiara express / 2003 34' Pursuit express Home Port: Pensacola Beach Fl,/ Orange Beach Al, Best Catch: Wife,my 2 1/2 year old baby boy Occupation: Private Boat Captain, Billfish tournament fisherman, Tackle Rep	2002 Cat 3196 660 hp 600hrs I understand there is some problems with the aftercoolers on these engines , but has anyone had any first hand experiense with these engines , can the problems be fixed and any other history or info on these would be very helpful. My boss realy likes a boat with these in them. Thanks for any input........ __________________ Life is Good !

03-17-2008, 11:33 PM	#2
clt_capt I think Admin is going to let me have this space Join Date: Jan 2007 Location: Raleigh, MHC Posts: 3,503 Credits: 3,737.3 Boat: Luhrs 36 Home Port: MHC Occupation: Supporting my Tackle habit	Have a look here; http://www.sportfishermen.com/board/...nfo-20539.html __________________ *"There's a fine line between fishing and just standing on the shore like an idiot." --STEVEN WRIGHT*

03-17-2008, 11:53 PM	#3
CaptainJC I am a tackle Ho Join Date: Jan 2008 Location: Pensacola Fl Posts: 17 Credits: 1,217.5 Boat: 2006 61' Viking / 2004 42' Tiara express / 2003 34' Pursuit express Home Port: Pensacola Beach Fl,/ Orange Beach Al, Best Catch: Wife,my 2 1/2 year old baby boy Occupation: Private Boat Captain, Billfish tournament fisherman, Tackle Rep	Thanks, looks like they have not found a solution to the problems yet.... __________________ Life is Good !

03-18-2008, 04:51 PM	#5
Storm I practice safe fishing Join Date: Jan 2007 Location: Cape Elizabeth, Maine Posts: 69 Credits: 1,323.4	According to court testimony from a Caterpllar engineer, there has been no improvement to and no plans to improve the latest version aftercooler (serial number 216-5147). Caterpillar's marine engine web site now lists 3196 and C12 engines with its out of production engines. This should be food for thought for all those pondering the idea of a 3196 or C12 purchase. Caterpillar's attorneys continue to deny that any substantial number of 3176, 3196, or C12 engines contain defects, known or unknown, related to their aftercoolers. To read a copy of the court testimony describing improvements to the various aftercooler iterations visit my website: http://www.catdefect.com-a.googlepages.com/home . For official information concerning the class-action lawsuit, visit: http://www.jaikinsvcaterpillar.com Storm Last edited by Storm; 03-18-2008 at 05:01 PM.

03-18-2008, 06:16 PM	#6
Mako Wish Anthony's Ark is a blowboater Join Date: Mar 2005 Location: Madison , Ct Posts: 328 Credits: 1,305.9 Boat: 38 Phoenix / 52 hatteras Home Port: Clinton, Ct and MHC for the Winter Best Catch: My Job being paid to fish... Occupation: Owner / Captain Bluefin Charters Clinton,Ct	Never saw a Cat that liked water !!!! __________________ Capt. Mike www.Bluefincharters.com

03-18-2008, 01:21 PM	#4
marlin magnet Got fish Join Date: Aug 2005 Posts: 186 Credits: 1,460.0	http://www.catdefect.com-a.googlepages.com/home Another site you may want to check out for an opinion is www.boatdiesel.com

03-18-2008, 11:10 PM	#7
CaptainJC I am a tackle Ho Join Date: Jan 2008 Location: Pensacola Fl Posts: 17 Credits: 1,217.5 Boat: 2006 61' Viking / 2004 42' Tiara express / 2003 34' Pursuit express Home Port: Pensacola Beach Fl,/ Orange Beach Al, Best Catch: Wife,my 2 1/2 year old baby boy Occupation: Private Boat Captain, Billfish tournament fisherman, Tackle Rep	Thanks guys....cant beleive that they cant make a aftercooler for those engines that will not fail..... __________________ Life is Good !

03-21-2008, 09:07 PM	#8
trollman I think Admin is going to let me have this space Join Date: Oct 2006 Location: Nantucket, MA Posts: 1,285 Credits: 1,229.3 Best Catch: 15 BIG sailfish in a day Occupation: New England Patriot	JC listen to these guys here. i have read these court documents and wd never buy a CAT, never.

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