Caterpillarengine - industrialgas engine

Caterpillar G342C

Maintenance schedule, common problems & OEM parts breakdown

The Caterpillar G342C is a stationary, spark-ignited natural gas engine, not a mobile machine. It shares its six-cylinder inline block architecture with Caterpillar's D342 diesel engine, the powerplant used in period D8-series tractors, adapted here for natural gas fuel with a mechanical flyweight governor and magneto or distributor ignition in place of diesel fuel injection. Caterpillar built it roughly from the mid-1950s into the 1970s, tracking the D342 diesel's own production run. No confirmed bare-engine weight or dimension figures are documented; published gross power sits in a hedged 168-200 kW class at 1,200 rpm, with the spread reflecting differences between individual applications rather than one fixed factory rating. The engine was offered in generator-set and reciprocating gas-compressor drive configurations, plus a G342T pump-drive variant built for irrigation duty with remote radiator cooling and a direct driveshaft coupling in place of a packaged radiator.

Production ran under the 71B serial prefix, with a documented running change in bearing specification at 71B750-up. That is a mid-run hardware revision, not a distinct model generation; Caterpillar does not appear to have marketed separate lettered generations of this engine the way it did on later product lines. Some units left the factory with the standard mechanical governor and were later field-retrofitted with a Woodward EG3P governor for tighter speed control on generator duty. The G342C matters in today's used and parts market as legacy support for oilfield and gas-lease compressor stations, irrigation pump stations, and standby generator sets still running these engines decades after Caterpillar moved its gas engine lineup to the newer G3400 and G3600 families. Parts such as cylinder heads and gaskets are increasingly scarce, and most market activity around this engine is keeping existing units running rather than new deployment.

Below: full specifications, fluids & capacities, the factory service schedule, common service parts, verified fault codes, what owners discuss, attachment guidance, the complete assembly directory, and a serial-number reference. Complete parts lists with full OEM part numbers, exploded diagrams, quantities, and fitment data are available free in Heavy Parts AI.

Caterpillar G342C specifications

Engine

Model / engine familyG342C spark-ignition natural gas industrial engine, built on the same six-cylinder inline block as the D342 / D342C diesel family that also powered Caterpillar 583 / 583K pipelayers and D8H / D8K crawler tractors. Falls under serial number prefix 71B (71B00001-up), with a bearing-specification running change noted at 71B750-up.
Cylinders / cycle6 cylinders, inline, four-stroke-cycle.
AspirationOffered naturally aspirated (marketed separately as G342NA) and with a factory turbocharger option. Aspiration varies by build — confirm against the individual engine's arrangement number.
Displacement20.4 L (1,246 cu in) on the shared D342-family block: 146 mm x 203 mm (5.75 in x 8.0 in) bore and stroke. This figure carries over from the diesel block shared with the G342 gas family and is not separately re-published for the gas-fuel version — treat as the shared-block reference.
Power / rated speedReported in a 168-200+ kW (approx. 225-270 hp) range at a rated speed around 1,200 rpm. Exact continuous rating depends on aspiration and whether the engine is a bare power unit or part of a generator-set package. Varies by configuration — check the individual engine's nameplate.
Fuel / ignitionNatural gas, spark ignition. Generator-set applications reference an external mechanical/electronic speed governor.
Emissions tierPredates modern emissions regulation; no Tier or Stage rating applies.

Weights

Bare engine weightNot consistently documented for the G342C power unit. A commonly cited approximate figure is around 750 kg (1,650 lb) for the bare engine; treat this as unconfirmed until checked against the specific unit.
Generator-set package weight (related G342 build)A packaged G342 200 kW generator set (engine plus generator on a skid) is documented at approximately 3,856 kg (8,500 lb). This is the total genset weight, not the bare engine, and is reported for the closely related G342 model rather than G342C specifically.

Dimensions

Bare engine dimensionsNot documented in available specification sources for the G342C engine alone.
Generator-set package dimensions (related G342 build)A packaged G342 200 kW generator set is documented at approximately 3.94 m L x 1.14 m W x 2.44 m H (155 in x 45 in x 96 in). This covers the full skid-mounted genset, not the bare engine, and is reported for the closely related G342 model rather than G342C specifically.

Performance

PerformanceNot applicable in the mobile-equipment sense. G342C is a stationary/industrial power-unit engine used to drive pumps, compressors, or generators. No travel speed, drawbar pull, or gradeability rating applies.

Service capacities (summary)

Fuel / oil / cooling capacitiesNot documented in available specification sources for the G342C engine. Consult the original Caterpillar G342 engine operation and maintenance guide, or the dealer parts book for the specific serial number, for capacity figures.

Values vary by configuration, region, and serial range — confirm against your machine before planning transport or lifts.

G342C fluids & capacities

SystemCapacityRecommended fluid
Engine Crankcase (with filter)Not documented in any accessible source for this engine. The G342C is a bare industrial gas engine (S/N 71B1-up); its refill-capacity table exists only inside the original operation & maintenance manual, which is not available as searchable text online. Consult that manual or a Cat dealer for the exact quart/liter figure for your serial prefix.Not confirmed for this exact model in available sources. Caterpillar's general industrial-engine lubrication guidance from this era called for a good-quality mineral or multigrade engine oil graded to ambient temperature (heavier grade in warm climates, lighter multigrade in cold climates). Verify the exact spec and viscosity against the O&M manual before servicing rather than assuming a modern Cat DEO equivalent.
Cooling SystemNot documented in accessible sources. Capacity varies by cooling arrangement — the parts breakdown for this engine lists radiator, remote-radiator, heat-exchanger, and ebullient (steam) cooling options, each with a different system volume. Confirm against the O&M manual for the cooling group actually fitted.Not confirmed by name for this model. General period guidance called for a proper water/ethylene-glycol antifreeze-coolant mix suited to the operating climate; no G342C-specific branded coolant spec turned up in available sources.
Fuel System (natural gas / LPG)Not applicable. This is a spark-ignited gas engine fed from an external natural-gas or LPG supply line through a gas pressure regulator and carburetor — it carries no onboard liquid fuel tank, so no fill capacity applies.Pipeline-quality natural gas or LPG at the supply pressure set by the engine's gas pressure regulator; no motor fuel or lubricant recommendation applies to this system.
Grease (fittings)Spec only — no fill quantity is published. Grease is applied per the lubrication chart at the individual fittings (fan/water pump bearings, linkage points, starter drive, etc.) called out in the O&M manual.General-purpose multipurpose EP (NLGI 2) chassis grease. No G342C-specific branded grease recommendation was found in available sources; use the general-purpose grease called out in the O&M manual's lubrication chart.

Capacities are refill values from factory literature — always fill to the dipstick/sight gauge, not the number.

Caterpillar G342C maintenance schedule

Service intervalTasks
Every 50 h
  • Check crankcase oil level and top off with low-ash oil rated for natural gas service.
  • Check coolant level in whichever cooling package is fitted: radiator, heat exchanger, or customer-supplied circuit.
  • Listen for detonation, misfire, or irregular firing and check for gas leaks at the fuel train and air-gas mixer.
  • Confirm jacket water temperature and oil pressure read within normal range.
  • Drain condensate from the fuel gas filter or scrubber if equipped.
  • Wipe down and inspect the magneto or distributor cap and ignition wiring for cracks or arcing.
Every 250 h
  • Change crankcase oil and filter using a low-ash lubricant rated for natural/sour gas service.
  • Inspect spark plugs or magneto ignition points; clean and regap as needed.
  • Check magneto or distributor ignition timing against the factory setting.
  • Inspect and clean the air-gas mixer and fuel gas filter element.
  • Check the governor linkage, mechanical flyweight or field-fitted Woodward EG3P, for wear and free movement.
  • Inspect fan and water pump belts for tension and wear.
Every 500 h
  • Pull an oil sample for laboratory analysis to trend sulfated ash, TBN, and wear metals.
  • Replace spark plugs or ignition points if worn past the 250-hour gap tolerance.
  • Check and adjust cold valve lash on all cylinders.
  • Inspect exhaust valve seats for early recession at plug removal.
  • Clean the crankcase breather and check for excessive blow-by.
  • Inspect the driveline coupling to the driven generator, compressor, or pump for alignment and wear.
Every 1,000 h
  • Remove cylinder head inspection covers, or a head, to check valve seat recession and ash buildup.
  • Re-torque cylinder head fasteners if specified by the service manual.
  • Service magneto internals (points, condenser, cam) or overhaul the distributor.
  • Load-test governor response and recalibrate speed droop.
  • Inspect the full ignition wiring harness and test insulation condition.
  • Sample coolant and adjust corrosion inhibitor concentration.
Every 2,000 h
  • Remove and inspect the fuel gas mixer for wear and ash deposits.
  • Check main and rod bearing clearances and confirm which bearing specification is fitted relative to the 71B750-up running change.
  • Inspect the water pump seal and bearing for leakage.
  • Overhaul or replace the magneto to factory spec and verify timing accuracy.
  • Inspect the radiator core or heat exchanger tubes for scale and fouling; clean as needed.
  • Check cylinder liner wear and run a compression or leak-down check on each cylinder.
Every 4,000 h
  • Reface or replace exhaust valves and seats showing measurable recession.
  • Inspect valve guides for wear and replace where clearance is out of spec.
  • Renew cylinder head gaskets and check head flatness.
  • Hone or replace cylinder liners with excessive wear.
  • Rebuild or replace the fuel gas mixer and ignition system components as a set.
Every 8,000 h
  • Rebuild the bottom end: inspect crankshaft journals and replace main and rod bearings.
  • Replace piston rings and inspect piston-to-liner fit.
  • Inspect and recondition the camshaft and valve train.
  • Realign the engine to its driven-equipment coupling after reassembly.
  • Adjust this overhaul interval against actual gas quality and duty cycle; sour or wet gas shortens it.

Servicing the G342C beyond the schedule

Predictive Maintenance and Fluid Analysis

Run scheduled oil analysis on the G342C's crankcase fill to track sulfated ash, total base number, and wear metals. Sour natural gas corrodes rings, liners, and valve guides faster than diesel duty does. Trend valve lash readings between adjustments; drifting clearance is an early sign of exhaust valve seat recession from combustion ash. Check magneto or distributor output and coil resistance instead of waiting for a hard miss. Sample coolant on whatever cooling package is fitted, since fouling patterns differ between a radiator, a heat exchanger, and a customer-supplied circuit.

Corrective and Common Repairs

Most field calls trace back to ignition: pitted magneto points or a cracked distributor cap causing rough firing or a no-start, and fouled spark plugs from ash deposits carried in the exhaust gas. Governor linkage wear, on the original mechanical flyweight unit or a field-retrofitted Woodward EG3P, shows up as speed hunting under load and needs periodic freeing and adjustment. Recurring detonation usually means the air-gas mixer needs recalibration for the fuel supply's actual heating value, not an engine fault.

Overhaul and Rebuild Points

Cylinder head work is the recurring overhaul item on this engine: valve, seat, and guide wear from natural-gas combustion chemistry outpaces ring and liner wear in most units. Engines built after serial 71B750 carry a revised bearing specification, so confirm which spec is fitted before ordering rebuild bearings. A full rebuild should include a magneto or distributor overhaul and a driveline alignment check at the coupling to the driven generator, compressor, or pump; misalignment there loads the crankshaft and rear main bearing unevenly.

Seasonal and Environment Servicing

Irrigation-duty G342T and G342C units typically run a seasonal pattern: active through the pumping season, idle over winter. Lay-up prep matters: stabilize the fuel gas supply lines, protect the ignition system from moisture, and drain or treat coolant depending on which cooling package is fitted. Engines held idle in cold weather need a warm-up and oil circulation check before loading, since mechanically governed units have no electronic cold-start assist. Confirm the cooling setup, radiator, remote heat exchanger, or customer-supplied, before setting a seasonal service plan.

G342C common service parts

Part numberPart
8M-3120Element --Starting Engine Air CleanerCheck fitment →
6L-3714Filter As-OilCheck fitment →
8H-4973Oil Filter AssemblyCheck fitment →
6L-2626Tube --Starting Engine Filter To CarburetorCheck fitment →

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G342C attachments & work tools

Starting arrangement

Factory-fitted with a 24V electric starter as the common arrangement for this engine. An air starting motor was also offered on this engine family, used where a shop or site already had a compressed-air supply available.

Ignition system

Spark-ignited (SI) natural gas engine using spark plugs and a distributor-type ignition system, standard for this engine class. Ignition components are shared with other Caterpillar industrial gas engines of the same era.

Governor type

Standard mechanical flyweight-type governor for constant- or variable-speed duty. Generator-set packages could instead use an add-on electronic isochronous governor for close speed regulation feeding an AC generator end.

Cooling arrangement

Jacket-water cooled through an engine-driven water pump. Whether the installation used a radiator, a remote heat exchanger, or customer-supplied cooling depended on the application, since the bare engine is commonly sold without integrated cooling equipment.

Driven-equipment coupling

Flywheel-mounted SAE-type coupling for direct drive. Used to close-couple a single-bearing AC generator end for standby or prime power duty, and as a reciprocating gas-compressor prime mover in gas-gathering or pipeline compression packages.

Aspiration configuration

Offered naturally aspirated and turbocharged, including a turbocharged-aftercooled arrangement. Output for this class runs roughly in the 125-200 kW (170-270 hp) range at 1200 rpm depending on the specific arrangement; verify the exact rating against the engine's arrangement and serial prefix.

Control and instrumentation package

Commonly supplied as a bare engine without a control panel, gauge set, or starting batteries. Packaged generator-set or compressor applications add an engine control panel, safety shutdown devices, and a battery/charging system at the dealer or packager level.

All G342C assemblies by section

Every catalogued assembly group for the Caterpillar G342C. Open an assembly to preview the parts inside — full OEM part numbers are available in Heavy Parts AI.

Attachments
7l7871 Battery Gp
7L***71Battery Group; (24-Volt)(24-Volt)1
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7l7870 Battery Gp
7l7872 Battery Gp
9f6028 Battery Gp
1l5664 Battery Gp
7c1977 Battery Gp
1h1341 Battery Gp
7c1900 Battery Gp
7c1899 Battery Gp
2n3324 Gauge Group--Air Cleaner
1w7981 Indicator Group
3n0527 Magneto Group--Type 3
3n527 Magneto Group--Type 1
2w3749 Magneto Group
3n527 Magneto Group--Type 2
1w3715 Magneto Group
6l5757 Instrument Panel Group--Type 2
6l5757 Instrument Panel Group--Type 1
1n7279 Instrument Panel Group--Type 1
1n7279 Instrument Panel Group--Type 2
8n0067 Instrument Panel Group
2w5994 Instrument Panel Group
7s7810 Regulator Assembly
6l4104 Gas Pressure Regulator Assembly
1p6082 Turbocharger Group*R
4l6902 Aftercooler
5l9084 Aftercooler Group--Side View
5L***84Aftercooler Group; Aftercooler Group1
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5l9082 Air Cleaner And Carburetor Adapter Group
5L***82Air Cleaner And Carburetor Adapter Group1
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6l2204 Air Filter Indicator Group
3l517 Air Motor Assembly--Replaced By 8n85
8n85 Air Motor Assembly
6n3789 Air Motor Group-Type 1
6n3789 Air Motor Group--Type 2
5l5565 Air Starting Motor Group--15 H.P.--Type 2
5L***65Air Starting Motor Group; Air Starting Motor Group (15 H.P.)1
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5l5565 Air Starting Motor Group--Type 1
5L***65Air Starting Motor Group; Air Starting Motor Group (15 H.P.)1
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6n2449 Air Starting Motor Group
7l8248 Air Starting Motor Group--18 H.P.
7L***48Air Starting Motor Group; Air Starting Motor Group (18 H.P.)1
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2n6398 Alternator As
2n6397 Alternator Assembly--24 Volt, 35 Ampere
2N***97Alternator As; Alternator Assembly1
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3n7684 Alternator Group--30 Or 32 Volt, 60 Ampere
4n3987 Alternator Gp--End View*R--Part 2 Of 2
4N***87Alternator Group; Alternator Group1
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6t1395 Alternator Gp*R
4n3987 Alternator Gp--Side View*R--Part 1 Of 2
4N***87Alternator Group; Alternator Group1
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3n7683 Alternator Group--24 Volt, 60 Ampere
3n5680 Alternator Gp
4n3986 Alternator Gp--Side View*R--Part 1 Of 2
4N***86Alternator Group-Charging; (24-Volt, 60-Ampere)(24-Volt, 60-Ampere)1
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3n5680 Alternator Group--24 Volt, 35 Ampere--Type 3
4n3986 Alternator Gp--End View*R--Part 2 Of 2
4N***86Alternator Group-Charging; (24-Volt, 60-Ampere)(24-Volt, 60-Ampere)1
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3n5673 Alternator Mounting Group
6n8674 Alternator Mounting Group
6n8675 Alternator Mounting Group
3l9215 Auxiliary Drive Group
3l9125 Auxiliary Drive Group
6n7317 Auxiliary Drive Pulley Group
5n1595 Auxiliary Pump Group--Fresh Water
5l9234 Auxiliary Water Pump And Lines Group--Type 2
5L***34Auxiliary Water Pump And Lines Group1
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5l9234 Auxiliary Water Pump And Lines Group--Type 1
5L***34Auxiliary Water Pump And Lines Group1
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9m4673 Turbocharger Assembly--Type 2
9m4673 Turbocharger Assembly--Type 1
4l8041 Basic Starting Engine Arrangement
1M***39Starting Crank Group1
2H***64Oil Pump Assembly1
3B***10Lockwasher Use With Customer'S Grounding Bolt3
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Basic Starting Engine Arrangement
4L***71Ignition System Group1
6L***29Carburetor And Air Transfer Pipe Group1
9M***13Oil Pump Assembly1
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Battery Chargers
7W***07Battery Charger; -12 Volt Dc For Use With Lead Acid Batteries Only0
7W***08Battery Charger; Battery Charger--24 Volt Dc0
7W***09Battery Charger; Battery Charger - 30 Volt Dc0
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7l4004 Blower Fan And Guard Group--29 Inch--6 Blade
5l9626 Blower Fan, Drive And Damper Group--31 Inch--8 Blade
5L***26Blower Fan Drive And Damper Group1
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7l4008 Blower Fan, Drive And Damper Group--31 Inch--8 Blade--Type 1
7L***08Blower Fan Drive And Damper Group1
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7l4008 Blower Fan, Drive And Damper Group--31 Inch--8 Blade--Type 2
7L***08Blower Fan Drive And Damper Group1
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5l8542 Blower Fan, Drive And Guard Group--29 Inch--6 Blade
5L***42Blower Fan, Drive And Guard Group1
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Camshaft And Governor
6l2529 Carburetor And Air Transfer Pipe Group
6L***29Carburetor And Air Transfer Pipe Group1
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9y5300 Carburetor As
6l7355 Carburetor Assembly--Low Btu
7m6038 Carburetor Assembly
4l3524 Clutch Assembly--Type 2
2n6962 Clutch Assembly--Type 2
4l3524 Clutch Assembly--Type 1
2n6962 Clutch Assembly--Type 1
6l8508 Clutch Assembly
2n6963 Clutch Assembly--Type 1
2n6963 Clutch Assembly--Type 2
9h4826 Clutch Group
6l8512 Enclosed Clutch Group--Type 2
6l8512 Enclosed Clutch Group--Type 1
Complete Gasoline Starting Engine Arrangement
6L***79Fuel System Group1
6L***84Starting Engine And Transmission Arrangement1
6L***88Starting Engine Installation Group1
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5l9087 Turbocharger Connections And Mounting Group
5L***87Conn & Mtg Group; Turbocharger Connections & Mounting Group1
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Connecting Rod And Piston--2 Required
Connecting Rod And Piston (8f2738 N/S)-2 Required
5l2742 Alarm Contactor Group--Type 2
5L***42Contactor Group-Alarm; Safety Alarm Contactor Group1
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5l2742 Safety Contactor Group--Type 1
5L***42Contactor Group-Alarm; Safety Alarm Contactor Group1
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3n4948 Overspeed Safety Contactor Group
3n6383 Overspeed Safety Contactor Group
4w3281 Ignition Conversion Group-Field Installation
Crankshaft (9h6218 N/S)
Crankshaft
Cylinder Block, Cylinder Head And Valve Mechanism--Part 2 Of 2
Cylinder Block, Cylinder Head And Valve Mechanism--Part 1 Of 2
7l3073 Damper And Guard Group--Type 3
7l3073 Damper And Guard Group--Type 2
5l9249 Damper And Guard Group
7l3073 Damper And Guard Group--Type 1
Damper Guard
7l7430 Suction Fan Drive Group--33 Inch--6 Blade--Type 2
7l7430 Suction Fan Drive Group--33 Inch--6 Blade--Type 1
7l7431 Blower Fan And Drive Group--33 Inch--6 Blade--Type 1
7l7431 Drive Gp-Blower & Fan-33 Inch-6 Blade
1m5061 Tachometer Drive Group
4l5789 Tachometer Drive Group
7l2759 Ebullient Cooling Conversion Arrangement--Factory Installation
0S***92Bolt Cover Assembly To Governor1
0T***31Washer (.1046" Thick); (10.3x19x2.5-mm Thk)1
1F***74Elbow Block & Aftercooler2
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7l2659 Ebullient Cooling Conversion Arrangement
0S***94Bolt (1 In. Long 3/8 In. Dia.); Plate Assembly To Support Assembly7
3B***51Plug (Use Without Low Temperature Sensor)2
3B***06Washer,Lock; Flange,Elbow,Clamp Assembly,Tube To Pump,Tube Assembly To Screen,Clip Mounting,And Tube Assembly To Transmission7
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7l447 Exhaust Elbow Group--90 Degrees Bend--6 Inch
6l4665 Electric Motor Assembly--12 Volt
1l6448 Starting Gp--Electric
6l5978 Electric Starting Group--12 Volt
2l1704 Electric Starting Group--12 Volt
8l8205 Electric Starting Motor Assembly--24 Volt--Part 2 Of 2
8L***05Electric Starting Motor Assembly1
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8l8205 Electric Starting Motor Assembly--24 Volt--Part 1 Of 2
8L***05Electric Starting Motor Assembly1
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6l1619 Electric Motor--12 Volt
6L***19Electric Starting Motor Assembly1
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7l3084 Electric Tachometer Group--24 Volt
5L***45Tachometer Assembly 24 Volt Or 32 Volt1
5L***52Sending Unit Assembly 12 Or 24 Volt1
7L***84Electronic Tachometers; Electric Tachometer Group 24 Volt1
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7l3083 Electric Tachometer Group--12 Volt
5L***34Tachometer Assembly --12 Volt1
5L***52Sending Unit Assembly 12 Or 24 Volt1
7L***83Electronic Tachometers; Electric Tachometer Group 12 Volt1
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6l8513 Enclosed Clutch And Pillow Block Group--Type 1
6L***13Enclosed Clutch And Pillow Block Group1
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6l8513 Enclosed Clutch And Pillow Block Group--Type 2
6L***13Enclosed Clutch And Pillow Block Group1
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5l1375 Enclosed Clutch Group
5l1376 Enclosed Clutch And Pillow Block Group
5l9622 Engine Base Group
7h1604 Engine Support
4l3614 Exhaust Fitting Group
6l2891 Expansion Tank Group--Type 2
5l9676 Expansion Tank Group--Front View--Type 2
6l2891 Expansion Tank Group--Type 1
5l9676 Expansion Tank Group--Front View--Type 1
7l7429 Blower Fan, Drive And Viscous Damper Group--33 Inch--
7l7429 Blower Fan, Drive And Viscous Damper Group--33 Inch--6 Blade--Type 2
7l7429 Blower Fan, Drive And Viscous Damper Group--33 Inch--6 Blade--Type 1
3n3014 Exhaust Fitting Gp--Vertical--102 Mm (4 Inch)
2w7845 Exhaust Fitting Group--Flexible--102 Mm (4 Inch)
2w7847 Exhaust Fitting Group--Flexible--152.4mm--(6 Inch)
2W***47Fitting Group-Exhaust; -Flexible1
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3n3018 Exhaust Fitting Group--Vertical--152.4mm--(6 Inch)
1w8823 Exhaust Flange Group
2w7851 Exhaust Flange Group--152mm (6 Inch)
5l8601 Exhaust Flange Group--152mm--(6 Inch)
5L***01Flange Group-Exhaust; Exhaust Flange Group1
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2w7854 Exhaust Flange Group
5l8592 Exhaust Flange Group--4 Inch
4h1904 Flexible Fuel Lines Group
1l6710 Flywheel Clutch Guard Group
1n9227 Flywheel Group
1l9900 Flywheel Stub Shaft Group
6l2579 Fuel System Group
4l8526 Fuel System Group
5l6452 Gas Pressure Regulator Assembly
6l4143 Gas Pressure Regulator Group
3n7084 Gas Pressure Regulator Group
6l4143 Gas Pressure Regulator Group--Type 3
6l4143 Gas Pressure Regulator Group--Type 2
5l9312 Gas Pressure Regulator Group--Type 2
6l4143 Gas Pressure Regulator Group--Type 1
5l9083 Gas Pressure Regulator Group
5l9312 Gas Pressure Regulator Group--Type 1
5l9003 Gasoline Starting Engine Arrangement
4H***59Hand Crank Assembly1
4L***41Basic Starting Engine Arrangement1
5L***37Flywheel Assembly1
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5l9895 Gauge Gp
5L***95Gauge Group; -Engine Oil Pressure, Water Temperature1
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5l9894 Instrument Group--12 Volt
5L***94Gauge Group; -Oil Pressure, Water Temperature1
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8h5880 Generator--24 Volt, 18 Ampere
4l9957 Generator--12 Volt, 10 Ampere
1s1420 Generator Assembly--12 Volt, 24 Ampere
6l5049 Generator Assembly--24 Volt, 15 Ampere
7l5437 Generator Drive Coupling Group--Type 2
7l5713 Generator Drive Coupling Group
2l6517 Generator Drive Coupling Group
7l5437 Generator Drive Coupling Group--Type 1
1l9677 Generator Group--24 Volt, 15 Ampere
1l9664 Generator Group--12 Volt, 10 Ampere
1l9664 Generator Group--12 Volt, 24 Ampere--Type 2
5l5510 Generator Installation Arrangement
0L***65Lock--Screw Retainer1
0S***85Bolt; 12.7 mm (1/2") Diameter X 38.1 mm (1 1/2") Length Generator To Engine16
2B***05Bolt--Screw To Crankshaft1
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7l8275 Generator Installation Arrangement
0S***85Bolt; 12.7 mm (1/2") Diameter X 38.1 mm (1 1/2") Length Generator To Engine16
1B***02Nut (.3125" Diameter); Nut-- Generator Line Leads8
2H***37Bolt 1.59 cm(.625 In.) Long; Bolt-- Generator Line Leads8
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1n9263 Generator Installation Arrangement
0S***70Cap Screw (5/8" Long)8
0S***85Bolt; 12.7 mm (1/2") Diameter X 38.1 mm (1 1/2") Length Generator To Engine16
1B***01Nut Generator Line Leads; Nut-Generator Line Leads8
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7l8272 Generator Installation Arrangement--Type 3
0S***85Bolt; 12.7 mm (1/2") Diameter X 38.1 mm (1 1/2") Length Generator To Engine16
1B***02Nut (.3125" Diameter); Nut-- Generator Line Leads8
2H***37Bolt 1.59 cm(.625 In.) Long; Bolt-- Generator Line Leads8
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7l8272 Generator Installation Arrangement--Type 2
0S***85Bolt; 12.7 mm (1/2") Diameter X 38.1 mm (1 1/2") Length Generator To Engine16
1B***02Nut (.3125" Diameter); Nut-- Generator Line Leads8
2H***37Bolt 1.59 cm(.625 In.) Long; Bolt-- Generator Line Leads8
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7l8272 Generator Installation Arrangement--Type 1
0L***65Lock--Screw Retainer1
0S***85Bolt; 12.7 mm (1/2") Diameter X 38.1 mm (1 1/2") Length Generator To Engine16
1B***02Nut (.3125" Diameter); Nut-- Generator Line Leads8
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7l5053 Generator Installation Group
0L***65Lock--Screw Retainer1
0S***85Bolt; 12.7 mm (1/2") Diameter X 38.1 mm (1 1/2") Length Generator To Engine16
2L***17Generator Drive Coupling Group1
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3l8869 Governor Control Group--Positive Locking
3L***69Governor Control Group; Governor Control Group Between 72 & 731
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4l6811 Governor Lever Control Group
4L***11Governor Control Lever Group; Governor Control Lever Group Shown Below1
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5l1605 Governor Control Mounting Group--R.H.
5L***05Governor Control Mounting Group1
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4l9582 Governor Control Mounting Group--L.H.
4L***82Governor Control Mounting Group--L.H.1
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5l9565 Governor Conversion Group--1000 R.P.M.
5l9564 Governor Conversion Group--1300 R.P.M.
4l3700 Woodward Governor Group--Type 4
1w8947 Woodward Governor Group--Type 2
4w6812 Governor Gp-Basic
4w6812 Governor Gp--Basic
4l3700 Woodward Governor Group--Type 3
4l3700 Woodward Governor Group--Type 5
1w8947 Woodward Governor Group--Type 1
1w8948 Governor Gp-Woodward
4l3700 Woodward Governor Group--Type 1
4l3700 Woodward Governor Group--Type 2
3n7779 Stub Shaft Guard Group
4l7604 Handle Group
4L***04Handle Group-Control; Governor Control Handle Group1
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2r4840 Heat Exchanger Assembly
5l5975 Heat Exchanger Assembly
5l6442 Heat Exchanger Assembly
5l6443 Heat Exchanger Assembly
3n7992 Heat Exchanger Group-Sea Water
3N***92Heat Exchanger Group; Heat Exchanger Group High Capacity1
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3n8777 Heat Exchanger Group-Sea Water
3n7990 Heat Exchanger Group-Sea Water
3n8775 Heat Exchanger Group
2n2498 Ignition System Group--Type 2
2n2498 Ignition System Group--Type 1
2n2498 Ignition Group--Type 3
2n2498 Ignition Group--Type 4
2n3903 Ignition Group
2w4821 Gas Engine Ignition Group
4l4471 Ignition System Group
7m7143 Ignition System Group
5b7529 Regulator Assembly
4l9581 Link Group
2w3182 Magnetic Pickup Group
5n8757 Magnetic Pickup Group
5N***57Magnetic Pickup Group; Magnetic Pick-Up Group1
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1s3350 Magneto Assembly
3s2987 Magneto Assembly
8m9145 Magneto Assembly
6l7952 Manifold And Water Lines Group--Type 3
6l7952 Manifold And Water Lines Group--Type 1
6l7952 Manifold And Water Lines Group--Type 4
6l7952 Manifold And Water Lines Group--Type 2
4l7977 Manifold, Carburetor And Air Cleaner Group
4L***77Manifold, Carburetor And Air Cleaner Group1
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9m7894 Manual Starting Crank Group
Mechanical Tachometers
1L***12Adapter-Tachometer1
1S***36Flexible Shaft 66 Inches1
3M***66Tachometer1
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5l5566 Air Motor Assembly
7l8423 Motor Assembly
7l4535 Tachometer Mounting Group
7L***35Mounting Group-Tachometer; Tachometer Mounting Group[[751
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7l4535 Tachometer Mounting Group--Type 2
7L***35Mounting Group-Tachometer; Tachometer Mounting Group[[751
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Name Plates And Films
3L***26Plate-Information; (Compression Ratio)(Install On Lh Side Of Block)1
3N***90Plate Serial Number; On R.H. Rear Bank Of Cylinder Block As Viewed From Rear Of Engine1
4B***58Screw (Identification Plate) Mounting2
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6l8214 Oil Cooler And Lines Group--Type 3
6l8214 Oil Cooler And Lines Group--Type 2
6l8214 Oil Cooler And Lines Group - Type 1
6l6319 Oil Pressure And Water Temperature Safety Shut-Off Arrangement
2L***44Tape (Electrical (1/2" X 150")1
2L***75Terminal; (14-Ga To 16-Ga, No. 8 Screw)(Relay Switch "B" & "S")21
2L***81Terminal; (14-Ga To 16-Ga)(Harness To Start Solenoid)2
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2h7664 Oil Pump Assembly--Type 2
9m1713 Oil Pump Assembly
2h7664 Oil Pump Assembly--Type 1
2n4673 Overspeed Safety Contactor Group
2N***73Overspeed Safety Contactor Group1
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3n6384 Overspeed Safety Contactor Group
3N***84Overspeed Safety Contactor Group1
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6l1893 Overspeed Safety Contactor Group
6L***93Overspeed Safety Contactor Group1
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7l7366 Overspeed Safety Contactor Group
7L***66Overspeed Safety Contactor Group1
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4l5801 Exhaust Pipe Group--6 Inch
2s5651 Precleaner Assembly--Type 2
2s5651 Precleaner Assembly--Type 1
5l4157 Air Precleaner Group--Full View--6 Inch--Type 2
5l4157 Air Precleaner Group--Full View--6 Inch - Type 1
5n1630 Auxiliary Pump Group--Fresh Water
5N***30Pump Group-Auxiliary; Auxiliary Pump Group Fresh Water1
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4l4673 Radiator Assembly--Type 2
3l6357 Radiator Assembly
4l4673 Radiator Assembly--Type 1
4l4084 Radiator Assembly
5l9620 Radiator Group
7l7427 Radiator Group--Side View--High Capacity--Type 1
7l7432 Radiator Group--Side View
7l7427 Radiator Group--Side View--High Capacity--Type 2
3l6575 Radiator Group--Side View
5l9627 Radiator Group--Side View
2m864 Regulator--12 Volt, 10 Ampere
3s5858 Regulator Assembly--Type 1
1s7874 Regulator Assembly
8h5875 Regulator--24 Volt, 18 Ampere
3s5858 Regulator Assembly--Type 2
8m8809 Regulator Assembly--12 Volt, 24 Ampere
6l2694 Stub Shaft Group--Rear Mounted
6l2691 Stub Shaft Group--Front Mounted--Type 1
6l2691 Stub Shaft Group--Front Mounted--Type 2
3t8635 Solenoid As
3t3421 Solenoid As
7t8854 Solenoid As-Starting Motor
1m4639 Starting Crank Group
6l2584 Starting Engine And Transmission Arrangement
6L***44Transmission And Starter Pinion Group1
6L***84Starting Engine And Transmission Arrangement1
9H***26Clutch Group1
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6l2588 Starting Engine Installation Group
0S***71Screw,Cap,Hexagon; Tube Assembly To Turbocharger And Elbow Mounting2
0S***87Bolt-Bracket Assembly To Timing Gear6
0S***91Screw,Cap,Hexagon Bearing Retainer; Part Of Kit P/N 1w***823
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5l5353 Electric Starting Motor Assembly--24 Volt--Part 2 Of 2
5l5353 Electric Starting Motor Assembly--24 Volt--Part 1 Of 2
5l3648 Motor Assembly--24 Volt--Part 2 Of 2--Type 2
5l3648 Motor Assembly--24 Volt--Part 1 Of 2--Type 2
5l3648 Electric Starting Motor Assembly--24 Volt--Part 1 Of 2--Type 3
5l3648 Electric Starting Motor Assembly--24 Volt--Part 2 Of 2--Type 3
5l3648 Motor Assembly--24 Volt--Part 1 Of 2--Type 1
5l3648 Motor Assembly--24 Volt--Part 2 Of 2--Type 1
3t8967 Starting Motor Gp-Electric
3T***67Starting Motor Group-Electric; -24 Volt1
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3t8953 Starting Motor Gp-Electric-Part 2 Of 3
3T***53Starting Motor Group-Electric; Electric Starting Motor Group (Delco-Remy)1
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3t8967 Starting Motor Gp--Electric*R
3T***49Starting Motor Group-Electric; Electric Starting Motor Group (Delco Remy)1
3T***67Starting Motor Group-Electric; -24 Volt1
6T***40Starting Motor Group-Electric; Electric Starting Motor Group (Prestolite)1
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5l5571 Electric Starting Motor Group--24 Volt--Side View--Type 4
5L***71Starting Motor Group-Electric; Electric Starting Motor Group1
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6t0647 Starting Motor Gp--Electric
3T***53Starting Motor Group-Electric; Electric Starting Motor Group (Delco-Remy)1
6T***47Starting Motor Group-Electric; Starting Motor Gp-Electric-Delco Remy1
7G***06Starting Motor Group-Electric; Electric Starting Motor Group (Prestolite)1
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3t8949 Starting Motor Gp--Electric--Part 1 Of 3
3T***49Starting Motor Group-Electric; Electric Starting Motor Group (Delco Remy)1
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3t8953 Starting Motor Gp--Electric--Part 2 Of 3
3T***53Starting Motor Group-Electric; Electric Starting Motor Group (Delco-Remy)1
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5l5571 Starting Motor Gp-Electric-Side View
5L***71Starting Motor Group-Electric; Electric Starting Motor Group1
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3t2785 Starting Motor Gp--Electric--Part 2 Of 3
4n3349 Electric Starting Motor Group--24 Volt--Part 1 Of 2
5l5571 Electric Starting Motor Group--24 Volt--Side View--Type 2
5L***71Starting Motor Group-Electric; Electric Starting Motor Group1
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3t8953 Starting Motor Gp--Electric--Part 1 Of 3
3T***53Starting Motor Group-Electric; Electric Starting Motor Group (Delco-Remy)1
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3t2785 Starting Motor Gp-Electric-Part 1 Of 3
7g7906 Starting Motor Gp-Electric-Part 2 Of 2
7G***06Starting Motor Group-Electric; Electric Starting Motor Group (Prestolite)1
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4n3349 Starting Motor Gp-Electric-Part 2 Of 2
3t8953 Starting Motor Gp--Electric--Part 3 Of 3
3T***53Starting Motor Group-Electric; Electric Starting Motor Group (Delco-Remy)1
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3t8953 Starting Motor Gp-Electric-Part 3 Of 3
3T***53Starting Motor Group-Electric; Electric Starting Motor Group (Delco-Remy)1
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6t0640 Starting Motor Gp--Electric--Part 1 Of 2
6T***40Starting Motor Group-Electric; Electric Starting Motor Group (Prestolite)1
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5l5571 Electric Starting Motor Group--24 Volt--Side View-Type 1
5L***71Starting Motor Group-Electric; Electric Starting Motor Group1
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3t2780 Starting Motor Gp--Electric*R
3t8953 Starting Motor Gp-Electric-Part 1 Of 3
3T***53Starting Motor Group-Electric; Electric Starting Motor Group (Delco-Remy)1
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5l5571 Electric Starting Motor Group--24 Volt--Side View--Type 3
5L***71Starting Motor Group-Electric; Electric Starting Motor Group1
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7g7906 Starting Motor Gp-Electric-Part 1 Of 2
7G***06Starting Motor Group-Electric; Electric Starting Motor Group (Prestolite)1
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3t8949 Starting Motor Gp--Electric--Part 2 Of 3
3T***49Starting Motor Group-Electric; Electric Starting Motor Group (Delco Remy)1
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6t0640 Starting Motor Gp--Electric--Part 2 Of 2
6T***40Starting Motor Group-Electric; Electric Starting Motor Group (Prestolite)1
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3t8949 Starting Motor Gp--Electric--Part 3 Of 3
3T***49Starting Motor Group-Electric; Electric Starting Motor Group (Delco Remy)1
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3t2785 Starting Motor Gp--Electric--Part 3 Of 3
7l3082 Stub Shaft Group--Front Mounted
6l6435 Stub Shaft Group--Front Mounted
7l7428 Suction Fan Drive And Viscous Damper Group--33 Inch--6 Blade--Type 2
7L***28Suction Fan Drive And Viscous Damper Group1
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7l7428 Suction Fan Drive And Viscous Damper Group--33 Inch--6 Blade--Type 1
7L***28Suction Fan Drive And Viscous Damper Group1
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7l7428 Suction Fan Drive And Viscous Damper Group--
7L***28Suction Fan Drive And Viscous Damper Group1
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5l9625 Suction Fan, Drive And Damper Group--31 Inch--8 Blade
5L***25Suction Fan, Drive And Damper Group1
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7l4007 Suction Fan, Drive And Damper Group--31 Inch--8 Blade--Type 2
7L***07Suction Fan, Drive And Damper Group1
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7l4007 Suction Fan, Drive And Damper Group--31 Inch--8 Blade--Type 1
7L***07Suction Fan, Drive And Damper Group1
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7l4007 Suction Fan, Drive And Damper Group--31 Inch--8 Blade--Type 3
7L***07Suction Fan, Drive And Damper Group1
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5l8541 Suction Fan, Drive And Guard Group--29 Inch--6 Blade
5L***41Suction Fan, Drive And Guard Group1
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7l4003 Suction Fan, Drive And Guard Group--29 Inch--6 Blade
7L***03Suction Fan, Drive And Guard Group1
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5n1933 Power Take-Off Support Group--Clutch
4m1812 Solenoid Switch Assembly
6n5123 Switch As-Solenoid
8n6670 Woodward Governor Switch Group
8N***70Switch Group-Woodward Governor; Woodward Governor Swtich Gp1
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3n6871 Electric Tachometer Group--0--2500 R.P.M.--Type 2
3N***71Tachometer Group-Electric; Tachometer Group1
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3n6871 Electric Tachometer Group--Type 1
3N***71Tachometer Group-Electric; Tachometer Group1
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4l2353 Electric Tachometer Group
4L***53Tachometer Group-Electric; Electric Tachometer Group1
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5n8752 Tachometer Gp--Electric
1l5010 Air Receiver Group--10.5 Cubic Foot Capacity
1l6562 Thermometer Group
4m6262 Transmission And Starter Pinion Group--Part 1 Of 2
4M***62Transmission And Starter Pinion Group1
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6l2544 Transmission And Starter Pinion Group--Part 2 Of 2--Type 2
6L***44Transmission And Starter Pinion Group1
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6l2544 Transmission And Starter Pinion Group--Part 1 Of 2--Type 2
6L***44Transmission And Starter Pinion Group1
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4m6262 Transmission And Starter Pinion Group--Part 2 Of 2
4M***62Transmission And Starter Pinion Group1
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6l2544 Transmission And Starter Pinion Group--Part 2 Of 2--Type 1
6L***44Transmission And Starter Pinion Group1
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6l2544 Transmission And Starter Pinion Group--Part 1 Of 2--Type 1
6L***44Transmission And Starter Pinion Group1
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6l3727 Turbocharger Oil Lines And Filter Group--Type 2
6L***27Turbo Oil Lines & Filter Group; Turbocharger Oil Lines & Filter Group1
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6l3727 Turbocharger Oil Lines And Filter Gp
6L***27Turbo Oil Lines & Filter Group; Turbocharger Oil Lines & Filter Group1
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6l3727 Turbocharger Oil Lines And Filter Group--Type 1
6L***27Turbo Oil Lines & Filter Group; Turbocharger Oil Lines & Filter Group1
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6l3727 Turbocharger Oil Lines And Filter Group--Type 4
6L***27Turbo Oil Lines & Filter Group; Turbocharger Oil Lines & Filter Group1
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6l4043 Turbocharger And Mounting Group--Type 2
6L***43Turbocharger & Mounting Group; Turbocharger & Mounting Group1
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6l4043 Turbocharger And Mounting Group--Type 1
6L***43Turbocharger & Mounting Group; Turbocharger & Mounting Group1
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5l9259 Turbocharger And Aftercooler Conversion Arrangement
0S***92Bolt Cover Assembly To Governor1
0T***31Washer (.1046" Thick); (10.3x19x2.5-mm Thk)1
2A***78Gasket Cover To Housing1
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8m9905 Turbocharger Assembly--Type 1
3s4445 Turbocharger Assembly
8m9905 Turbocharger Assembly--Type 2
3s4444 Turbocharger Assembly
8m9907 Turbocharger Assembly--Type 1
3s4447 Turbocharger Assembly
8m9907 Turbocharger Assembly--Type 2
3s4446 Turbocharger Assembly
8m9906 Turbocharger Assembly--Type 1
3s4422 Turbocharger Assembly
8m9906 Turbocharger Assembly--Type 2
2s2488 Turbocharger Assembly
1p3954 Turbocharger Cartridge Assembly
1P***54Turbocharger Cartridge Assembly1
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5l9106 Turbocharger Oil Lines Group
1l5011 Regulating And Pressure Reducing Valve Group
5l8602 Exhaust Fitting Group--4 Inch--Vertical
5l8604 Exhaust Fitting Group--6 Inch--Vertical
5n1618 Water Lines Group--Type 2
5n1618 Water Lines Group--Type 1
5h2546 Water Lines Group
6l2773 Water Lines Group
6l2871 Radiator Group--Side View--High Capacity
3l9921 Whistle Valve
2l9808 Wiring Gp
1L***99Marker-(Wire Code)1
2L***57Terminal-Ring; (8-Ga, No. 10 Screw)10
2L***58Terminal (To Alternator Positionor A Terminal)2
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3l6655 Electric Starting System Wiring Kit Group
1H***66Clip-Wire Provides Loose Parts2
1L***99Marker-(Wire Code)1
2L***52Terminal; (6-Ga, 3/8-In)(6 Gauge/9.53mm(.375in)Screw)1
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1n8509 Wiring Group
1L***99Marker-(Wire Code)1
1N***09Wiring Group-System; -Alternator1
2L***49Terminal-Ring 6 Ga. (No. 10 Screw)2
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4l3702 Woodward Governor Assembly--Type 2
4l3702 Woodward Governor Assembly--Type 1
2n6220 Woodward Governor Assembly
Engine
7l3031 Magneto Assembly--Type 2
7l3031 Magneto Assembly-Type 3
7l3031 Magneto Assembly--Type 1
6l4146 Air Cleaner & Carburetor Gp
6l4146 Air Cleaner And Carburetor Group
Air Cleaner And Carburetor
4l4721 Air Cleaner Assembly
Breather And Oil Filler
Breather And Oil Filler (3l8462 N/S)
3L***62Breather Oil Filler And Fumes Disposal Group1
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3l8462 Breather And Oil Filler Group
3L***62Breather Oil Filler And Fumes Disposal Group1
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4h9649 Camshaft Group
9y5302 Carburetor As-L.H.
6l3384 Carburetor As-L.H.
5l7543 Carburetor Assembly
Connecting Rod And Piston--6 Required--Type 2
Connecting Rod And Piston (7l2966 N/S)--6 Required
4l2603 Connecting Rod And Piston Group--6 Required--Type 1
4L***03Connecting Rod And Piston Group1
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Crankshaft
Crankshaft Bearing Replacement Groups
Crankshaft Bearing Replacements
7l2968 Crankshaft Group
7n142 Crankshaft Seal Group--Front
7N***42Crankshaft Seal Group1
9J***10Sleeve1
9N***39Seal1
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7n3506 Cylinder Block And Covers Group--Part 1 Of 3
7n3506 Cylinder Block And Covers Group--Part 2 Of 3
7n3506 Cylinder Block And Covers Group--Part 3 Of 3
Cylinder Block And Covers--Side View--Part 1 Of 2
Cylinder Block And Covers (7l2973 N/S)--Front View-Part 2 Of 2
Cylinder Block And Covers (7l2973 N/S)--Front View--Type 2--Part 2 Of 2
Cylinder Block And Covers (7l2973 N/S)--Side View-Part 1 Of 2
7l2973 Cylinder Block And Covers Group--Front View--Part 2 Of 2
Cylinder Block And Covers (7l2973 N/S)--Front View--Type 1-Part 2 Of 2
Cylinder Block And Covers--Front View-Part 2 Of 2
Cylinder Block And Covers--Side View-Part 1 Of 2
Cylinder Block And Covers (7l2973 N/S)--Side View--Type 2-Part 1 Of 2
7l2973 Cylinder Block And Covers Group--Side View--Part 1 Of 2
Cylinder Block And Covers-Front View-Part 2 Of 2
Cylinder Block And Covers (7l2973 N/S)--Side View--Type 1-Part 1 Of 2
5s1690 Cylinder Block Assembly--Type 1
8n4315 Cylinder Block Assembly
6n5648 Cylinder Block Group
1s7878 Cylinder Block Assembly
5m9129 Cylinder Block Assembly
Cylinder Block Assembly (7l3021 N/S)
5s1690 Cylinder Block Assembly--Type 2
6n5399 Cylinder Block Assembly
7n3986 Cylinder Block Assembly
8n4312 Cylinder Block Assembly
7n3035 Cylinder Block Assembly
7n1811 Cylinder Block Group
7n4353 Cylinder Block Group
1A***69Bolt (R.H. Side Flywheel Housing)12
1D***99Bolt Plate To Head24
1D***00Bolt (.625" Dia.-7.50" Long)2
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7n4011 Cylinder Block Group
1A***69Bolt (R.H. Side Flywheel Housing)12
1D***99Bolt Plate To Head24
1D***00Bolt (.625" Dia.-7.50" Long)2
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Cylinder Head And Valve Mechanism (4l3872 N/S)--Side View--Part 1 Of 2
4l3872 Cylinder Head And Valve Mechanism Group--Side View-Part 1 Of 2
4l3872 Cylinder Head And Valve Mechanism Group-End View-Part 2 Of 2
Cylinder Head And Valve Mechanism (4l3872 N/S)--End View-Part 2 Of 2
Cylinder Head And Valve Mechanism (4l3872 N/S)--Side View-Part 1 Of 2
7n3502 Cylinder Head Assembly
7N***02Cylinder Head As; Cylinder Head Assembly1
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5n8505 Cylinder Head Assembly*R
8n6001 Cylinder Head Assembly*R
8N***01Cylinder Head As; Cylinder Head Assembly1
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7n3507 Cylinder Head Group-End View-Part 2 Of 2
5n8506 Cylinder Head Assembly
7n3507 Cylinder Head Gp-End View-Part 2 Of 2
7n3507 Cylinder Head Group--Side View-Part 1 Of 2
7n3507 Cylinder Head Gp-Side View-Part 1 Of 2
7n3507 Cylinder Head Gp-Part 1 Of 2
7n3507 Cylinder Head Group-Side View-Part 1 Of 2
7n3507 Cylinder Head Gp-Part 2 Of 2
7l2963 Damper Guard Group
Damper Guard
Damper Guard (7l2963 N/S)
5l9041 Governor And Magneto Drive Group--Part 1 Of 2
Governor And Magneto Drive (5l9041 N/S)
5l9041 Governor And Magneto Drive Group--Part 2 Of 2
5l9041 Governor And Magneto Drive Group
6l3714 Oil Filter Assembly--Type 2
6l3714 Oil Filter Assembly--Type 1
5l1438 Flywheel Group
7l2917 Flywheel Group
Fumes Disposal Tube (2n1813 N/S)
Gasket Kits
1S***23Gasoline Starting Engine Basic0
1S***96Gasoline Starting Engine Supplementary0
3S***03Gasoline Starting Engine Basic0
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Governor (5l8789 N/S)
Governor Drive
Ignition System (6l2859 N/S)
6l2859 Ignition System
Ignition System
6l2831 Magneto Assembly
5l9420 Magneto Assembly
Magneto Drive
Oil Cooler
8h4973 Oil Filter Assembly
6l3716 Oil Lines And Filter Group--Side View--Part 2 Of 2
6l3208 Oil Lines And Filter Group--Side View--Part 2 Of 2
6l3716 Oil Lines And Filter Group--End View--Part 1 Of 2
6l3208 Oil Lines And Filter Group--End View--Part 1 Of 2
4h8614 Oil Pump Assembly--Type 1
4h8614 Oil Pump Assembly--Type 2
Oil Pump Drive
4h5184 Oil Pump Group
4n4557 Oil Pump Group
6n2603 Oil Pump Group
5h2642 Rear Engine Support Group
Rear Engine Support (5h2642 N/S)
5l2591 Regulator Assembly
7c0703 Arm Gp-Valve Rocker
3s3579 Service Meter Group
8h5327 Service Meter Group
5l2109 Instrument Panel And Shut-Off Group
Water Cooled Exhaust Manifolds (7l4400 N/S)
Water Cooled Exhaust Manifold (7l4400 N/S)
Water Cooled Exhaust Manifolds (4l2601 N/S)
Water Lines--Part 1 Of 2
Water Lines--Part 2 Of 2
2s1681 Water Pump Assembly--Type 1
2s1681 Water Pump Assembly--Type 2
6n6017 Water Pump Group
4l3497 Water Pump Group
6l2871 Water Pump Group
Water Pump Idler Gear (5h4204 N/S)
Generators
1n8507 Exciter And Regulator Assembly--Part 2 Of 2--Type 1
3n4692 Exciter And Regulator Assembly--Part 2 Of 2--Type 3
1n8507 Exciter And Regulator Assembly--Part 1 Of 2--Type 1
3n4692 Exciter And Regulator Assembly--Part 1 Of 2--Type 1
3n4692 Exciter And Regulator Assembly--Part 1 Of 2--Type 2
1n8507 Exciter And Regulator Assembly--Part 2 Of 2--Type 2
1n8507 Exciter And Regulator Assembly--Part 1 Of 2--Type 2
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Service Equipment And Supplies

G342C serial number reference

On this vintage Cat industrial gas engine the serial/ID plate is a small metal tag riveted to the engine block, usually near the flywheel housing or fuel pump side of the block, stamped with the model designation and serial number. The serial number reads as a short alphanumeric prefix (letters plus digits, such as 71B) followed by a sequential production number; the prefix identifies the engine model and build arrangement, and the trailing digits mark where that unit falls in the production run.

PrefixIdentifies
71BG342C industrial gas engine (spark-ignited, D342-derived inline block)

Frequently asked questions

What engine powers the Caterpillar G342C?

The G342C is itself the engine, not a machine with a separate powerplant. It is a spark-ignited, naturally aspirated six-cylinder natural gas engine built on Caterpillar's D342 diesel block architecture. It runs on natural gas with a mechanical flyweight governor and magneto or distributor ignition; it has no electronic engine controls.

What is the operating weight of the Caterpillar G342C?

No confirmed factory weight or dimension figures are documented for the bare G342C engine. Figures that circulate for this model are for complete packaged generator sets, engine plus alternator, skid, and enclosure, not the bare engine, and are not reliable as a standalone engine weight.

What replaced the Caterpillar G342C?

No single named model is documented as a direct factory successor to the G342C. Caterpillar's later gas compression and gas generator-set engine families, the G3400 and G3600 series introduced beginning in the early 1990s, eventually superseded this engine class in the product line, but no direct one-for-one replacement is documented.

What G342C owners discuss

What ignition system does the G342C actually use, and what should I check first on a non-runner?
Factory ignition on this family is either a gear-driven magneto or a battery/distributor breaker-point setup, and which one a given unit has tracks its serial prefix and build date rather than being a single fixed spec, so confirm against the parts book for your engine before ordering ignition parts. On any surviving unit expect the points, condenser, and cap/rotor (if distributor-equipped) to be well past useful life from age alone, even if the magneto or distributor housing itself checks out mechanically. A magneto ignition throws a noticeably hotter spark as cranking speed comes up, so a hard, inconsistent start that clears up once the engine is spinning faster usually points to a weak magneto or worn points rather than a fuel problem. Have a dealer or qualified gas-engine mechanic verify ignition timing before returning any long-idle unit to service.
Why do these engines seem to go through cylinder heads and valves?
Two wear paths show up repeatedly on this class of naturally aspirated, spark-ignited gas engine. First, running on poorly conditioned or sour field gas lets sulfur compounds combine with combustion moisture to form acids that attack valve guides, piston rings, and liners over time. Second, using an oil with the wrong ash chemistry leaves deposits on valve seats and faces that accelerate seat recession and promote spark-plug fouling. Rebuilt, fully loaded replacement heads are a routine offering for this engine in the parts trade, which is a sign that head and valve work is a scheduled rebuild item on this platform rather than an occasional failure. Put valve lash and seat condition on a fixed inspection interval instead of waiting for a miss to show up.
What oil should go in a G342C running on natural gas?
Use an oil formulated specifically for spark-ignited natural-gas engines, with a low sulfated-ash content (commonly cited as roughly zero to half a percent) and ashless or minimal-ash detergent/dispersant additive chemistry. Standard high-ash diesel engine oil is a known contributor to valve deposit buildup, spark-plug fouling, and pre-ignition tendencies on gas engines of this vintage. If the engine's fuel source is unprocessed or sour field gas, oil condition and change interval matter even more, since acidic combustion byproducts accelerate both ring/liner wear and oil breakdown.
Is the governor supposed to be mechanical, or is an electronic governor normal on this engine?
The factory setup is a mechanical flyweight-type governor. That said, units that spent their working life on generator or pump-drive duty commonly show a later field retrofit of an electronic governor actuator for tighter, isochronous speed control, since steady frequency or flow matters more in that kind of continuous duty than the original mechanical governor alone can hold. If a used engine you're looking at already has an electronic governor fitted, treat it as a field modification layered on top of the base engine, not an original component, and check its wiring and actuator condition as a separate item from the engine itself.
What did these engines actually get used for, and does that change what wear to expect?
Surviving units turn up most often as generator-set prime movers, compressor drives, and irrigation pump drives; the pump-drive variant is typically set up with remote radiator cooling and a direct driveshaft rather than a beltdriven engine-mounted fan. Duty cycle shapes wear pattern: gensets that sat on light or standby load for long periods tend to show cylinder liner glazing and rough, smoky startup from unburned oil, while pump or compressor units run closer to rated load tend to show more valve and head wear but less glazing. Ask what the engine actually drove and at what load before assuming either failure mode.
Does a used G342C normally come with its radiator and cooling package?
Not necessarily. A lot of these were installed as bare engines into a site-built cooling arrangement sized for the specific compressor, pump, or generator skid, so the cooling package was never integral to the engine and doesn't automatically travel with it on resale. If you're buying one as a standalone engine, confirm explicitly whether a working radiator or heat exchanger is included, and budget separately for a cooling package if it isn't.
What should I check before buying a used Caterpillar G342C?
Confirm the full serial number and prefix and match it against the parts/service manual you plan to use, since minor production changes and parts availability are tied to serial breakpoints on this engine. Identify whether it has its original magneto and mechanical governor or a later distributor and/or electronic-governor retrofit, since that changes which service procedures apply. Pull valve covers and check oil condition for water intrusion or heavy sludge, both signs of sour-gas corrosion or head gasket trouble. Ask what fuel source and load profile the engine actually ran on, whether a cooling package is included, and get a compression or leak-down check plus a test run if at all possible before purchase. Before putting a long-idle or newly acquired unit back into service, have a dealer or qualified gas-engine mechanic verify ignition timing, governor calibration, and fuel-train integrity rather than starting it up untested.

Compiled from owner and technician discussions across the industry — experiences vary by serial range and machine history.

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