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Caterpillar G379

Maintenance schedule, common problems & OEM parts breakdown

The Caterpillar G379 is a stationary, spark-ignited natural-gas V8, the gas-fired counterpart to Caterpillar's D379 diesel and part of the 379/398/399 industrial engine family (398 is the V12, 399 the V16). Cat built it as a naturally aspirated engine rated around 330 hp (246 kW) at 1200 rpm, with higher-output turbocharged builds reaching roughly 415-440 hp at the same speed; ratings varied by arrangement and application. Production ran through the 1960s and into the 1970s for generator-drive and gas-compression skid duty, governed by a Cat hydro-mechanical or Woodward UG8 governor with magneto or later Altronic capacitor-discharge ignition, no electronic engine control of any kind. A complete packaged generator set built around a G379 has been quoted near 4,082 kg (9,000 lb); Caterpillar's own bare-engine weight and dimensions for the G379 are not documented in any source available for this page.

There is no lettered-series progression on the G379 the way later Cat engines carry B/C/D updates; the real differences run through arrangement (naturally aspirated vs turbocharged), governor selection, and ignition package, since the factory manual bundles G379, G398, and G399 with their D379, D398, and D399 diesel siblings and shares core block, valvetrain, and service procedures across the whole family. What separates the gas variants from the diesels is the fuel-gas train, ignition system, and a compression ratio tuned for detonation control on field gas rather than compression-ignition. The engine still matters in the used and parts market because it is entirely mechanical, no ECM and no fault codes, so operators running legacy compressor and pump-jack skids keep rebuilding rather than repowering. Good cores and internals shared across the 379/398/399 line stay in steady demand even though Caterpillar's current gas-compression catalog has moved on to the electronically governed G3400, G3500, and G3600 series.

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 G379 specifications

Engine

Model / configurationG379 — V8, four-stroke-cycle, spark-ignited natural gas industrial engine. A naturally aspirated build is marketed separately as G379NA; higher-output builds are also documented under the G379 designation.
Engine familyShares its base cylinder-block architecture with the diesel D379 (V8) in Caterpillar's legacy 379/398/399 industrial engine family (398 = V12, 399 = V16 diesel counterparts).
Rated power327-330 hp (244-246 kW) at 1200 rpm on naturally aspirated builds; higher-output builds documented up to 415-440 hp (309-328 kW) at 1200 rpm. Output varies by configuration/aspiration — confirm the rating plate for the specific unit.
Rated speed1200 rpm, continuous industrial duty (consistent across documented units).
GovernorMechanical governor (CAT Hydro-Mech type) documented on some units; Woodward UG8-type governor documented on others, depending on package.
Ignition systemElectronic ignition (Altronic III) documented on rebuilt/updated units, likely superseding an earlier magneto or distributor ignition on original-build engines.
Emissions tierLegacy design predating modern emissions certification — no emissions tier is published for this engine.
Bore, stroke, displacementNot consistently published across available sources for this exact model — confirm with Caterpillar or an engine rebuild shop before ordering parts.

Weights

Dry / shipping weightNot publicly documented for the bare engine. Package weight varies widely by skid, compressor, and accessory fitment — confirm with the seller or Caterpillar for the specific unit.

Dimensions

Overall dimensionsNot publicly documented for the bare engine block. Confirm with a certified general-arrangement drawing for the exact unit or package configuration.

Performance

Duty classContinuous-duty stationary industrial/oilfield gas engine, typically packaged into gas-compressor or pumping-unit skids, not a mobile machine.
Governing performanceMechanical or electronic governing available depending on package. Travel speed, drawbar pull, and gradeability do not apply to this stationary engine.

Service capacities (summary)

FuelPipeline-quality natural gas. No liquid fuel tank; gas train/regulation is sized per installation.
Cooling systemHeat-exchanger (jacket-water) cooling documented on compressor-package installations; radiator cooling used on other packages. Coolant capacity not publicly documented for the bare engine.
Engine oil / lubricationNot publicly documented for this model — verify capacity against the OEM service manual for the specific serial-number range.

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

G379 fluids & capacities

SystemCapacityRecommended fluid
Engine crankcase (with oil filter)Not published in any source accessible for this S/N 72B-prefix industrial gas engine; wet-sump fill volume depends on the oil pan option fitted (NA vs. turbocharged builds are known to differ). Confirm against the capacity plate or the OMM's own capacities chart before servicing.Low-ash lubricant formulated for spark-ignited natural-gas engines (current Cat equivalent line: Cat NGEO), not a standard diesel engine oil — high-ash diesel oils foul spark plugs and promote pre-ignition in gas engines. Grade follows the OMM's viscosity-by-ambient-temperature chart, generally SAE 30 for cooler/moderate ambient operation and SAE 40 for sustained high jacket-water or high-ambient continuous duty. This engine predates Cat's current gas-oil brand naming, so confirm the present-day cross-reference with your dealer.
Cooling system (jacket water circuit)Not published in any source accessible for this configuration; total system volume varies with the cooling arrangement fitted (radiator-cooled vs. heat-exchanger/raw-water package). Verify against the specific cooling setup on the unit rather than assuming a single figure.Standard heavy-duty water/glycol coolant or antifreeze mixed to the freeze-protection ratio called for by the operating climate, with supplemental coolant additive (SCA) maintained at the OMM's service interval, or a fully-formulated extended-life coolant if the unit has been converted. Do not mix coolant types.
Fuel system (natural gas)Not applicable — this is a stationary spark-ignited gas engine with no onboard liquid fuel tank; it draws customer-supplied pipeline or wellhead natural gas through a pressure regulator and gas admission valve.Dry, filtered pipeline-quality natural gas meeting the OMM's fuel-gas specification for heating value, supply pressure, and contaminant limits (notably H2S). No crankcase-type fluid applies to the gas train.
Grease points (governor linkage, throttle linkage, external bearings)Spec only, no bulk fill volume — apply per the lubrication interval in the maintenance schedule; avoid over-greasing.General-purpose NLGI 2 lithium-base or lithium-complex extreme-pressure (EP) grease, consistent with Caterpillar's standard multipurpose chassis grease spec.

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

Caterpillar G379 maintenance schedule

Service intervalTasks
Every 10 h
  • Check crankcase oil level and top off with the specified engine oil grade before each start.
  • Check jacket-water coolant level and scan hoses, heat exchanger, and pump seal for seepage.
  • Drain moisture and condensate from the gas fuel filter or scrubber bowl.
  • Walk the skid weekly to inspect the exhaust manifold, turbocharger (if fitted), and muffler joints for leaks.
  • Verify governor linkage moves freely and check the governor oil sump level.
  • Listen for detonation, misfire, or speed hunting, and note any change in exhaust color.
Every 250 h
  • Change engine oil and replace the oil filter elements.
  • Check and reset valve lash on all intake and exhaust valves to the cold-clearance spec.
  • Inspect spark plugs for gap and electrode wear; clean or replace as needed.
  • Clean the crankcase breather and check for excessive blow-by.
  • Inspect fan and water pump drive belts for tension, glazing, and cracking.
  • Function-test the low oil pressure, high jacket-water temperature, and overspeed shutdowns.
Every 500 h
  • Replace spark plugs as a set and confirm ignition timing against the Altronic or magneto reference mark.
  • Remove, clean, and inspect the gas mixer/carburetor and pressure regulator diaphragm.
  • Pressure-test the cooling system cap and inspect the radiator or heat exchanger core for scale and fouling.
  • Inspect turbocharger mounting, boost piping, and wastegate linkage on turbocharged builds.
  • Check ignition wiring harness insulation and connections for chafing or heat damage.
Every 1,000 h
  • Drain and refill the hydro-mechanical or Woodward UG8 governor oil sump.
  • Service the air cleaner housing and replace or clean the precleaner and filter elements.
  • Run a cylinder compression or power-balance check across all eight cylinders.
  • Inspect the vibration damper and flywheel housing for cracks or fretting.
  • Sample coolant and adjust the corrosion-inhibitor concentration.
  • Check driven-equipment coupling alignment to the compressor, pump, or generator.
Every 2,000 h
  • Pull an oil sample for full lab analysis and compare wear-metal trends against baseline.
  • Re-torque cylinder head fasteners to spec and re-check valve lash afterward.
  • Inspect the gas fuel train shutoff valves, relief valves, and regulators for seat wear.
  • Inspect ignition module or distributor components and renew based on wear.
  • Check main bearing and crankshaft end-play clearances where accessible without a full teardown.
  • Inspect the water pump seal and bearing for leakage or play.
Every 4,000 h
  • Pull cylinder heads for a top-end inspection of valves, seats, guides, and liner ridge.
  • Check exhaust valve seat recession, a known wear point on gas-fired versions of this engine.
  • Compare oil-analysis and compression-check trends since the last major service to decide between in-frame and out-of-frame overhaul.
  • Inspect main and rod bearing shells any time the block is opened for another repair.
  • Plan for renewal of ignition and governor wear components together, since original hydro-mechanical and magneto/Altronic parts age as a set.

Servicing the G379 beyond the schedule

Predictive Maintenance & Fluid Analysis

The G379 predates any onboard diagnostics, so oil sampling and compression checks are the real early-warning system. Trend crankcase oil analysis for wear metals to catch bearing and liner wear before a teardown is forced. Track spark plug gap growth and coloring between changes; a widening gap or blistered insulator points to lean mixture or detonation before it damages a piston. Test jacket-water coolant for corrosion-inhibitor depletion, and monitor incoming field-gas quality (moisture, heavy ends, BTU swings) since it directly drives ignition and valve wear on this engine.

Corrective & Common Repairs

Most call-outs on a G379 trace to the ignition and fuel-mixing side, not the block. Fouled or eroded spark plugs and a weak magneto or Altronic module cause misfire and hard starting; check timing before condemning parts. A worn gas mixer or regulator diaphragm causes speed hunting or rich/lean surging that looks like a governor fault. Governor linkage wear also mimics electronic problems on this mechanical engine. Water pump seal leaks and exhaust valve seat wear from lean-burn gas duty are the other recurring repairs on high-hour units.

Overhaul & Rebuild Points

A G379 top-end overhaul centers on cylinder liners, pistons, rings, and valve/seat reconditioning; exhaust seats are the item most likely to need re-cutting or replacing on a gas-fired build. Check crankshaft and main/rod bearing clearances any time the block is opened, and inspect the vibration damper for separation on high-hour units. Because the factory manual and many internals are shared across the 379/398/399 family, rebuild shops commonly cross-reference parts and machining specs across the D379 diesel and G398/G399 siblings when sourcing components for a full rebuild.

Seasonal & Environment Servicing

Most G379 units sit outdoors on a compressor or pump skid, so seasonal prep matters more than on an enclosed genset. Confirm the jacket-water heater and coolant freeze protection before cold snaps; a cold mechanical governor and stiff oil make hydro-mechanical linkage sluggish at startup. In summer or desert field sites, service the air cleaner and precleaner more often against dust ingestion, and check radiator or heat exchanger cooling capacity against ambient load. Humidity and blowing sand accelerate ignition-wiring and ceramic spark-plug insulator failures on standby units.

G379 common service parts

Part numberPart
8M-3120Element --Starting Engine Air CleanerCheck fitment →
1S-9547TransferCheck fitment →

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G379 attachments & work tools

Aspiration & power rating

Factory arrangements span naturally aspirated builds (documented as G379NA) rated near 330 hp (246 kW) at 1200 rpm, up to higher-output arrangements referenced near 415-440 hp (309-328 kW) at the same speed. Exact rating varies by arrangement and duty (standby vs continuous, gas-compression vs generator drive) - verify against the nameplate arrangement for a given unit.

Cooling system options

Jacket-water radiator packages are documented for this engine, with the radiator shared across the wider D379/D398/G379/G398 industrial engine family for skid-mounted or generator-set use. Heat-exchanger or remote-radiator cooling is used on enclosed or compressor-station installs typical for this engine class where a shaft-mounted fan and radiator aren't practical.

Charge-air / aftercooling

Higher-output arrangements in this family route intake air through a jacket-water aftercooler ahead of the manifold, paired with turbocharging; naturally aspirated arrangements (G379NA) omit the aftercooler circuit. Confirm aspiration type against the specific arrangement before assuming an aftercooler is fitted.

Governor / speed control

Baseline speed control is a factory CAT hydro-mechanical governor. Units built for generator-set duty pair the governor with separate ignition-timing control hardware for tighter speed regulation under load.

Ignition system

Gas-fired arrangements are documented fitted with Altronic capacitor-discharge ignition (Altronic III referenced alongside the CAT hydro-mechanical governor); this is the main ignition/control option cited for this engine line in service literature.

Starting system

Offered with either an electric starter or a pneumatic (air) starter. Air starting is common on gas-compression station skids where plant air is already available, and gives faster, cooler cranking than an electric starter of equivalent size on cold starts.

Flywheel & driven-equipment coupling

Standard SAE flywheel housing couples the engine to a generator end (documented paired with SR4-family generators) or to a reciprocating gas-compressor frame (field packages reference Ariel-type compressor frames). A PTO-integrated flywheel-housing option is also referenced, allowing full engine output to be taken from the housing PTO for auxiliary or belt-driven equipment instead of a direct-coupled generator or compressor.

All G379 assemblies by section

Every catalogued assembly group for the Caterpillar G379. Open an assembly to preview the parts inside — full OEM part numbers are available in Heavy Parts AI.

Attachments
2n7080 Clutch Assembly
1l7470 Clutch Group
2n6961 Clutch Assembly--Type 2
2n6961 Clutch Assembly--Type 1
7s7810 Regulator Assembly
6l4104 Gas Pressure Regulator Assembly
6l5397 Regulator Assembly--32 Volt
7l8675 Air Cleaner Adapter Group--Inlet
7L***75Adapter Group-Air Cleaner; Air Cleaner Adapter Group1
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4l7643 Aftercooler Assembly
5l9887 Aftercooler Connections Group--Type 1
6l9016 Aftercooler Connections Group--Full Flow
5l9887 Aftercooler Connections Group--Type 2
5l3457 Aftercooler Group
6l9521 Aftercooler Group--Raw Water
6L***21Aftercooler Group-Raw Water; Aftercooler Group1
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5l5908 Air Cleaner And Exhaust Manifold Group
5L***08Air Cleaner And Exhaust Manifold Group1
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6l9455 Air Cleaner Group--Type 2
4l8786 Air Cleaner Group
6l5006 Air Cleaner Group
6l9455 Air Cleaner Group--Type 1
7l6549 Air Cleaner Group
7L***49Air Cleaner Group; Air Cleaner Group1
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6l6607 Air Cleaner Group
7l3224 Air Cleaner Indicator Group
5l7650 Air Cleaner Support Group--Factory Installation--Type 1
5l7650 Air Cleaner Support Group--Factory Installation--Type 3
5l7650 Air Cleaner Support Group--Factory Installation--Type 2
6l2205 Air Filter Indicator Group
6l2204 Air Filter Indicator Group
6l2205 Air Filter Indicator Group--Type 2
6l6735 Air Precleaner Group--Full View
5l1243 Alternator Assembly--32 Volt, 60 Ampere
5l1019 Alternator Group--32 Volt, 60 Ampere--Type 2
3n7684 Alternator Group--30 Or 32 Volt, 60 Ampere
5l1019 Alternator Group--32 Volt, 60 Ampere--Type 3
4n3987 Alternator Group--32 Volt, 60 Ampere--End View--Part 2 Of 2
4N***87Alternator Group; Alternator Group1
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3n7683 Alternator Group--24 Volt, 60 Ampere
5l1019 Alternator Group--32 Volt, 60 Ampere--Type 1
4n3987 Alternator Group--32 Volt, 60 Ampere--Side View--Part 1 Of 2
4N***87Alternator Group; Alternator Group1
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5l1019 Alternator Group--32 Volt, 60 Ampere--Type 4
4n3986 Alternator Group--24 Volt, 60 Ampere--End View--Part 2 Of 2
4N***86Alternator Group-Charging; (24-Volt, 60-Ampere)(24-Volt, 60-Ampere)1
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4n3986 Alternator Group--24 Volt, 60 Ampere--Side View--Part 1 Of 2
4N***86Alternator Group-Charging; (24-Volt, 60-Ampere)(24-Volt, 60-Ampere)1
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Automatic Start Stop Chart
5l2066 Auxiliary Drive Group
Basic Engine Arrangement
1F***73Rod--Governor Control To Carburetor1
2***APin Governor Lever To Control Rod1
2H***64Oil Pump Assembly1
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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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3n4654 Battery Group--30 Volt, 300 Ampere Hours
1l5663 Battery Group--30 Volt, 170 Ampere Hour
5f5276 Battery Group--30 Volt, 315 Ampere Hour
7l7871 Battery Group--24 Volt, 172 Ampere Hours
7L***71Battery Group; (24-Volt)(24-Volt)1
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3n4653 Battery Group--24 Volt, 300 Ampere Hours
2n1943 Battery Group--30 Volt, 172 Ampere Hours
Camshaft And Governor
6l2529 Carburetor And Air Transfer Pipe Group
6L***29Carburetor And Air Transfer Pipe Group1
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7m6038 Carburetor Assembly
5l5905 Carburetor Assembly
2n5858 Carburetor Control Group--Type 1
2n5858 Carburetor Control Group--Type 2
6l6815 Carburetor Fuel Control Group
4n4985 Air Start Changeover Group--S.A.E. Standard Engine Rotation--Field Installation
4n6019 Air Start Changeover Group--S.A.E. Opposite Standard Engine Rotation--Field Installation
1h9435 Clutch And Starter Pinion Control Group
1H***35Clutch And Starter Pinion Control Group1
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6l6219 Clutch Assembly
2r6853 Clutch Assembly
Complete Gasoline Starting Engine Arrangement
1L***70Clutch Group1
6L***79Fuel System Group1
6L***86Starting Engine Installation Group1
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Connecting Rod And Piston--2 Required
6l9015 Aftercooler Connections Group--Full Flow--Type 1
6L***15Connection Group-Aftercooler; Aftercooler Connections Group1
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6l9015 Aftercooler Connections Group--Full Flow--Type 2
6L***15Connection Group-Aftercooler; Aftercooler Connections Group1
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6l1791 Safety Alarm Contactor Group--Type 1
6L***91Contactor Group; Safety Shutoff Alarm Group1
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3n6526 Contactor Group--Water Temperature And Oil Pressure
3N***26Contactor Group; Contactor Group1
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6l1791 Safety Alarm Contactor Group--Type 2
6L***91Contactor Group; Safety Shutoff Alarm Group1
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6l1791 Safety Alarm Contactor Group--Type 3
6L***91Contactor Group; Safety Shutoff Alarm Group1
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3n6528 Contactor Mounting Group
7l5479 Generator Drive Coupling Group
5l3395 Flexible Coupling Group
Crankshaft
Cylinder Block, Cylinder Head And Valve Mechanism--Part 1 Of 2
Cylinder Block, Cylinder Head And Valve Mechanism--Part 2 Of 2
3s5848 Regulator Assembly--Type 1
3S***48Differential Pressure Regulator Assembly1
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3s5848 Regulator Assembly--Type 2
3S***48Differential Pressure Regulator Assembly1
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3s3514 Regulator Assembly
3S***14Differential Pressure Regulator Assembly1
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6l2211 Tachometer Drive Group
6L***11Drive Group-Tachometer; Tachometer Drive Group1
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6l7261 Ebullient Cooling Conversion Arrangement
0S***95Bolt 1.25 In. (31.75 mm) Long Guard Assemblies To Radiator Guard2
0S***17Stud Pipe Assembly To Oil Cooler Water Outlet1
1D***19Nut-Retainer To Fan Bracket Assembly1
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6l7361 Ebullient Cooling Conversion Arrangement--Factory Installation
0S***95Bolt 1.25 In. (31.75 mm) Long Guard Assemblies To Radiator Guard2
0S***17Stud Pipe Assembly To Oil Cooler Water Outlet1
1D***19Nut-Retainer To Fan Bracket Assembly1
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6l7361 Ebullient Cooling Conversion Arrangement
0S***95Bolt 1.25 In. (31.75 mm) Long Guard Assemblies To Radiator Guard2
0S***17Stud Pipe Assembly To Oil Cooler Water Outlet1
1D***19Nut-Retainer To Fan Bracket Assembly1
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7l447 Exhaust Elbow Group--90 Degrees Bend--6 Inch
6l4665 Electric Motor Assembly--12 Volt
2l1704 Electric Starting Group--12 Volt--Type 1
6l5978 Electric Starting Group--12 Volt
2l1704 Electric Starting Group--12 Volt--Type 2
5l4405 Motor Assembly--32 Volt--R.H.--Part 1 Of 2--Type 2--Replaced By 8l8204 Shown On Pages 60b-4 Through 60c-2
5L***05Electric Starting Motor Assembly1
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5l4405 Electric Starting Motor Assembly--32 Volt--R.H.--Part 1 Of 2--Type 3--Replaced By 8l8204 Shown
5L***05Electric Starting Motor Assembly1
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5l4405 Electric Starting Motor Assembly--32 Volt--R.H.--Part 2 Of 2--Type 3--Replaced By 8l8204 Shown
5L***05Electric Starting Motor Assembly1
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8l8204 Electric Starting Motor Assembly--32 Volt--R.H. & L.H.--Part 1 Of 2--Type 1
8L***04Electric Starting Motor Assembly1
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5l4405 Motor Assembly--32 Volt--R.H.--Part 2 Of 2--Type 2--Replaced By 8l8204 Shown On Pages 60b-4 Through 60c-2
5L***05Electric Starting Motor Assembly1
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8l8204 Electric Starting Motor Assembly--32 Volt--R.H. & L.H.--Part 1 Of 2--Type 2
8L***04Electric Starting Motor Assembly1
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5l4405 Motor Assembly--32 Volt--R.H.--Part 2 Of 2--Type 1--Replaced By 8l8204 Shown On Pages 60b-4 Through 60c-2
5L***05Electric Starting Motor Assembly1
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5l4405 Motor Assembly--32 Volt--R.H.--Part 1 Of 2--Type 1--Replaced By 8l8204 Shown On Pages 60b-4 Through 60c-2
5L***05Electric Starting Motor Assembly1
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8l8204 Electric Starting Motor Assembly--32 Volt--R.H. And L.H.--Part 2 Of 2--Type 2
8L***04Electric Starting Motor Assembly1
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8l8204 Electric Starting Motor Assembly--32 Volt--R.H. & L.H.--Part 2 Of 2--Type 1
8L***04Electric Starting Motor Assembly1
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7l3084 Electric Tachometer Group--24 Or 32 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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6l2522 Enclosed Clutch Group
5l2387 Engine Support Group
2l774 Horizontal Exhaust Fitting Group
5l1980 Fan Drive Group--Type 1
5l1980 Fan Drive Group--Type 2
3l6834 Blower Fan Group--54 Inch With 4 Inch Blades
3l6835 Suction Fan Group--54 Inch With 4 Inch Blades
6l3642 Exhaust Flange Group--8 Inch
6L***42Flange Group-Exhaust; Exhaust Flange Group1
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5l8601 Exhaust Flange Group--6 Inch
5L***01Flange Group-Exhaust; Exhaust Flange Group1
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6l3733 Flexible Exhaust Fitting Group--Horizontal
5l5475 Flywheel Assembly--S.A.E. Standard Engine Rotation
2l4426 Flywheel Clutch Assembly
Flywheel (1n5760 N/S)--Type 2
Flywheel (1n5760 N/S)--Type 1
2n1007 Fresh Water Lines Group
4l1138 Front Accessory Drive Group--Part 2 Of 2
4l1138 Front Accessory Drive Group--Part 2 Of 2--Type 2
4l1138 Front Accessory Drive Group--Part 1 Of 2-Type 1
4l1138 Front Accessory Drive Group--Part 1 Of 2
4l1138 Front Accessory Drive Group--Part 1 Of 2--Type 2
4l1138 Front Accessory Drive Group--Part 2 Of 2-Type 1
5l2402 Fuel System Group
6l2579 Fuel System Group
5l6452 Gas Pressure Regulator
6l1848 Gas Pressure Regulator Group
6l4224 Gas Pressure Regulator Group--Type 1
6l4224 Gas Pressure Regulator Group--Type 2
5l6451 Gas Pressure Regulator Group
5l2400 Gasoline Starting Engine Arrangement
0S***92Bolt--Cover To Flywheel Housing3
1H***35Clutch And Starter Pinion Control Group1
1L***70Clutch Group1
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5l5750 Generator Assembly--12 Volt, 35 Ampere
5l2487 Generator Coupling Group
5l1978 Generator Group--12 Volt, 35 Ampere--Type 2
5l1978 Generator Group--12 Volt, 35 Ampere - Type 1
5l2560 Generator Installation Arrangement--Type 4
5L***60Generator Installation Arrangement1
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5l2560 Generator Installation Arrangement--Type 2
5L***60Generator Installation Arrangement1
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5l2560 Generator Installation Arrangement - Type 1
5L***60Generator Installation Arrangement1
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5l2560 Generator Installation Arrangement--Type 3
5L***60Generator Installation Arrangement1
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3l8255 Woodward Governor--Part 1 Of 2
3l8255 Woodward Governor--Part 2 Of 2
3l8869 Governor Control Group--Positive Locking
3L***69Governor Control Group; Governor Control Group Between 72 & 731
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4l6811 Governor Control Lever Group
4L***11Governor Control Lever Group; Governor Control Lever Group Shown Below1
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5l9806 Governor Conversion Group--10% Regulation
6l2440 Governor Conversion Group--10% Regulation
8l8919 Woodward Governor Group
2l2040 Generator Coupling Guard Group
4l7604 Control Handle Group
4L***04Handle Group-Control; Governor Control Handle Group1
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5l6505 Heat Exchanger Assembly
5l6502 Heat Exchanger Assembly
7l490 Heat Exchanger Assembly
5l6504 Heat Exchanger Assembly
7l488 Heat Exchanger Assembly
Heat Exchanger Chart
7l489 Heat Exchanger Assembly
8l5340 Heat Exchanger Assembly
7l491 Heat Exchanger Assembly
4l4471 Ignition System Group--Type 2
4l4471 Ignition System Group--Type 1
4l4471 Ignition System Group--Type 3
3n857 Junction Box Group
3N***57Junction Box Group; Junction Box Group1
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5b7529 Line Pressure Regulator
4l9581 Vernier Control Link Group
4n7556 Air Motor Lubricator Group
3h3171 Air Motor--S.A.E. Standard Engine Rotation--Type 1
3h3171 Air Motor--S.A.E. Standard Engine Rotation--Type 2
8m9145 Magneto Assembly
3s2987 Magneto Assembly
1s3350 Magneto Assembly
5l5907 Manifold And Carburetor Group
2n6691 Water Cooled Manifold Group--Type 2
2N***91Manifold Group-Water Cooled Exh; Water Cooled Manifold Group1
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2n6691 Water Cooled Manifold Group--Type 1
2N***91Manifold Group-Water Cooled Exh; Water Cooled Manifold Group1
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9m7894 Manual Starting Crank Group
Mechanical Tachometers
3M***66Tachometer1
5L***75Flexible Shaft-- 15 Foot; Flexible Shaft --15 Foot1
5L***64Drive Group-Tachometer1
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3l2443 Electric Starting Motor--12 Volt
6l6731 Motor Assembly--S.A.E. Standard Engine Rotation--Type 2
6l6731 Motor Assembly--S.A.E. Standard Engine Rotation--Type 1
8l5939 Motor Assembly--32 Volt--R.H.--Part 1 Of 2--Type 1--Replaced By 8l5937 Shown On Pages 60a-3 Through 60a-4b
8l5939 Motor Assembly--32 Volt--R.H.--Part 2 Of 2--Type 1--Replaced By 8l5937 Shown On Pages 60a-3 Through 60a-4b
8l5939 Motor Assembly--32 Volt--R.H.--Part 1 Of 2--Type 2--Replaced By 8l5937 Shown On Pages 60a-3 Through 60a-4b
8l5939 Motor Assembly--32 Volt--R.H.--Part 2 Of 2--Type 2--Replaced By 8l5937 Shown On Pages 60a-3 Through 60a-4b
5l5354 Motor Assembly--32 Volt--L.H.--Part 2 Of 2
5l5354 Motor Assembly--32 Volt--L.H.--Part 1 Of 2
5l7268 Electric Starting Motor Assembly--32 Volt--R.H.--Part 2 Of 2--Type 2
5L***68Motor Assembly--R.H.,Motor Assembly--L.H.1
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5l7268 Motor Assembly--32 Volt--R.H.--Part 1 Of 2--Type 1
5L***82Motor Assembly--R.H.,Motor Assembly--L.H.1
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5l7268 Motor Assembly--32 Volt--R.H.--Part 2 Of 2--Type 1
5L***82Motor Assembly--R.H.,Motor Assembly--L.H.1
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5l7268 Electric Starting Motor Assembly--32 Volt--R.H.--Part 1 Of 2--Type 2
5L***82Motor Assembly--R.H.,Motor Assembly--L.H.1
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7l6913 Air Starting Motor Group--S.A.E. Opposite Standard Engine Rotation--R.H.--Replaced By 3n9500 Shown On Page 60u-2
7l6916 Air Starting Motor Group--S.A.E. Standard Engine Rotation--L.H.--Replaced By 3n9497 Shown On Page 60u-4
7l6915 Air Starting Motor Group--S.A.E. Opposite Standard Engine Rotation--L.H.--Replaced By 3n9498 Shown On Page 60u-3
3n9412 Air Starting Motor Group--L.H.--S.A.E. Opposite Standard Engine Rotation
3h3170 Air Motor--S.A.E. Opposite Standard Engine Rotation
7l6914 Air Starting Motor Group--S.A.E. Standard Engine Rotation--R.H.--Replaced By 3n9499 Shown On Page 60u-1
3n7350 Alternator Mounting Group--Type 2
3n7350 Alternator Mounting Group--Type 1
3n7673 Glow Plug Mounting Group
5l2381 Radiator Mounting Group--Front View
7l4535 Tachometer Mounting Group
7L***35Mounting Group-Tachometer; Tachometer Mounting Group[[751
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6l5864 Oil Cooler Lines Group--Type 2
6l5864 Oil Cooler Lines Group--Type 1
2h7664 Oil Pump Assembly--Type 1
9m1713 Oil Pump Assembly
2h7664 Oil Pump Assembly--Type 2
2n4673 Overspeed Contactor Group
2N***73Overspeed Safety Contactor Group1
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6l1893 Overspeed Safety Contactor Group
6L***93Overspeed Safety Contactor Group1
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3n6384 Overspeed Contactor Group
3N***84Overspeed Safety Contactor Group1
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7l7366 Overspeed Safety Contactor Group
7L***66Overspeed Safety Contactor Group1
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1n9969 Instrument Panel Group
3n7679 Glow Plug Group--24 Volt--4 Required
3n7680 Glow Plug Group--32 Volt--4 Required
6l8549 Power Take-Off Group--Front Clutch--Type 3
6l8549 Power Take-Off Group--Front Clutch--Type 1
6l8549 Power Take-Off Group--Front Clutch--Type 2
6l6220 Enclosed Clutch Group--Type 1
6l6220 Enclosed Clutch Group--Type 2
2s5651 Precleaner Assembly
5l4157 Air Precleaner Group--Full View
7l8674 Air Precleaner And Mounting Group
2n9507 Auxiliary Pump Arrangement--Fresh Water
0S***71Screw,Cap,Hexagon; Tube Assembly To Turbocharger And Elbow Mounting4
0S***87Bolt-Bracket Assembly To Timing Gear3
0S***88Bolt,Machine; Hose Assembly Mounting,Hose Assembly To Transmission,And To Torque Converter4
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2n955 Fresh Water Pump Group
5l2451 Radiator Assembly--Type 2
5l2451 Radiator Assembly--Type 1
5l2382 Radiator Group--Type 3
5l2382 Radiator Group--Type 2
5l2382 Radiator Group
2n3912 Engine And Generator Support Rails Group
2N***12Rail Group-Engine & Gen Support1
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4l9622 Engine Support Rails Group
5l5356 Aftercooler Assembly
5l6802 Raw Water Lines Group
6l4770 Raw Water Lines Group
6l8995 Raw Water Lines Group
5l1651 Auxiliary Water Pump Group
5L***51Raw Water Pump Group; Auxiliary Water Pump Group1
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6l4754 Raw Water Pump Group--Type 1
6L***54Raw Water Pump Group; Sea Water Pump Group1
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6l4754 Raw Water Pump Group--Type 2
6L***54Raw Water Pump Group; Sea Water Pump Group1
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6l4754 Raw Water Pump Group--Type 3
6L***54Raw Water Pump Group; Sea Water Pump Group1
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1s7874 Regulator Assembly
3s5858 Differential Pressure Regulator Assembly--Type 2
3s5858 Differential Pressure Regulator Assembly--Type 1
2n1309 Gas Pressure Regulator Group--Type 1
2N***09Regulator Group; Gas Pressure Regulator Group1
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2n1309 Gas Pressure Regulator Group--Type 2
2N***09Regulator Group; Gas Pressure Regulator Group1
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8l5039 Oil Level Regulator Group
3n4181 Governor Upper Drive Housing Service Group
6l2690 Stub Shaft Group--Front Mounted
6l2709 Stub Shaft Group--Rear Mounted
2n6743 Turbocharger Heat Shield Group
2N***43Shield Group-Turbocharger; Turbocharger Heat Shield Group1
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6l6321 Oil Pressure And Water Temperature Shut-Off Arrangement
2L***65Terminal; (10-Ga To 12-Ga)(Relay Switch "C" & "B")6
2L***74Terminal; (14-Ga To 16-Ga, No. 6 Screw)(Water Temp Switch)4
2L***75Terminal; (14-Ga To 16-Ga, No. 8 Screw)(Relay Switch "B" & "S")21
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3n9492 Air Starting Silencer Group
2l1618 Starting Crank Group
6l2586 Starting Engine Installation Group
0L***70Bolt (2-1/4") Filler Tube Assembly To Transfer Drive Case2
0S***87Bolt-Bracket Assembly To Timing Gear8
0S***95Bolt 1.25 In. (31.75 mm) Long Guard Assemblies To Radiator Guard4
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8l5937 Motor Assembly--32 Volt--L.H.--Part 2 Of 2--Type 1
8l5937 Motor Assembly--32 Volt--L.H.--Part 2 Of 2--Type 2
8l5937 Motor Assembly--32 Volt--L.H.--Part 1 Of 2--Type 2
8l5937 Motor Assembly--32 Volt--L.H.--Part 1 Of 2--Type 1
8l6205 Motor Assembly--32 Volt--R.H. & L.H.--Part 2 Of 2
8l6205 Motor Assembly--32 Volt--R.H. & L.H.--Part 1 Of 2
3n9500 Air Starting Motor Group--R.H.--S.A.E. Opposite Standard Engine Rotation
3n9413 Air Starting Motor Group--R.H.--S.A.E. Standard Engine Rotation
3n9497 Air Starting Motor Group--L.H.--S.A.E. Standard Engine Rotation
3n9499 Air Starting Motor Group--R.H.--S.A.E. Standard Engine Rotation
3n9411 Air Starting Motor Group--L.H.--S.A.E. Standard Engine Rotation
3n9414 Air Starting Motor Group--R.H.--S.A.E. Opposite Standard Engine Rotation
3n9498 Air Starting Motor Group--L.H.--S.A.E. Opposite Standard Engine Rotation
6l2747 Electric Starting Group--32 Volt--S.A.E. Standard Engine Rotation--Type 2
6l1550 Single Starting Motor Group--32 Volt
6L***50Starting Motor Group-Electric; Single Motor Electric Starting Group1
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6l2747 Electric Starting Group--32 Volt--S.A.E. Standard Engine Rotation--Type 1
3n742 Electric Starting Motor Group--32 Volt
3N***42Starting Motor Group-Electric; Electric Starting Motor Group1
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6l2748 Electric Starting Group--32 Volt--S.A.E. Opposite Standard Engine Rotation--Type 2
6l2748 Electric Starting Group--32 Volt--S.A.E. Opposite Standard Engine Rotation--Type 1
2n5857 Support Group
2n5857 Support Group--Type 2
5l2745 Surge Tank And Water Lines Group--Type 3
5L***45Surge Tank And Water Lines Group1
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5l2745 Surge Tank And Water Lines Group--Type 4
5L***45Surge Tank And Water Lines Group1
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5l2745 Surge Tank And Water Lines Group--Type 2
5L***45Surge Tank And Water Lines Group1
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5l2745 Surge Tank And Water Lines Group--Type 5
5L***45Surge Tank And Water Lines Group1
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5l2745 Surge Tank And Water Lines Group-Type 1
5L***45Surge Tank And Water Lines Group1
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5l8595 Solenoid Switch Assembly--Type 2
5l8595 Solenoid Switch Assembly--Type 1
4l2353 Electric Tachometer Group--Type 1
4L***53Tachometer Group-Electric; Electric Tachometer Group1
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4l2353 Electric Tachometer Group--Type 2
4L***53Tachometer Group-Electric; Electric Tachometer Group1
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7n1269 Terminal Assembly
1l6562 Thermometer Group
2l2816 Transmission And Starter Pinion Group--S.A.E. Opposite Standard Engine Rotation--End View--Part 2 Of 2
2L***16Transmission And Starter Pinion Group1
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6l2669 Transmission And Starter Pinion Group--S.A.E. Standard Engine Rotation--End View--Part 2 Of 2
6L***69Transmission And Starter Pinion Group1
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1l9704 Transmission And Starter Pinion Group--S.A.E. Standard Engine Rotation--End View - Part 2 Of 2
1L***04Transmission And Starter Pinion Group1
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6l2668 Transmission And Starter Pinion Group--S.A.E. Opposite Standard Engine Rotation--Side View--Part 1 Of 2
6L***68Transmission And Starter Pinion Group1
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6l2668 Transmission And Starter Pinion Group--S.A.E. Opposite Standard Engine Rotation--End View--Part 2 Of 2
6L***68Transmission And Starter Pinion Group1
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1l9704 Transmission And Starter Pinion Group--S.A.E. Standard Engine Rotation--Side View--Part 1 Of 2
1L***04Transmission And Starter Pinion Group1
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6l2669 Transmission And Starter Pinion Group--S.A.E. Standard Engine Rotation--Side View--Part 1 Of 2
6L***69Transmission And Starter Pinion Group1
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2l2816 Transmission And Starter Pinion Group--S.A.E. Opposite Standard Engine Rotation--Side View--Part 1 Of 2
2L***16Transmission And Starter Pinion Group1
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6l1761 Turbocharged And Aftercooled Conversion Arrangement
2N***55Pump Group-Fresh Water1
2N***07Fresh Water Lines Group1
2N***09Regulator Group; Gas Pressure Regulator Group1
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2n7314 Turbocharger And Mounting Group
2N***14Turbocharger & Mounting Group; Turbocharger And Mounting Group1
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6l4041 Turbocharger And Mounting Group--Type 2
6L***41Turbocharger And Mounting Group1
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6l7723 Turbocharger And Mounting Group--Type 1
6L***23Turbocharger And Mounting Group1
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6l4041 Turbocharger And Mounting Group--Type 1
6L***41Turbocharger And Mounting Group1
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6l7723 Turbocharger And Mounting Group--Type 2
6L***23Turbocharger And Mounting Group1
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6l4041 Turbocharger And Mounting Group--Type 6
6L***41Turbocharger And Mounting Group1
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6l4041 Turbocharger And Mounting Group--Type 4
6L***41Turbocharger And Mounting Group1
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6l4041 Turbocharger And Mounting Group--Type 3
6L***41Turbocharger And Mounting Group1
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6l4041 Turbocharger And Mounting Group--Type 5
6L***41Turbocharger And Mounting Group1
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3s4436 Turbocharger Assembly--2 Assemblies Required
3s4434 Turbocharger Assembly--2 Assemblies Required
3s4438 Turbocharger Assembly--2 Assemblies Required
8m7148 Turbocharger Assembly--2 Assemblies Required--Type 2
8m9200 Turbocharger Assembly--2 Assemblies Required--Type 1
8m7148 Turbocharger Assembly--2 Assemblies Required--Type 1
3s4423 Turbocharger Assembly
8m9074 Turbocharger Assembly--2 Assemblies Required--Type 2
3s4440 Turbocharger Assembly--2 Assemblies Required
3s4435 Turbocharger Assembly--2 Assemblies Required
8m9073 Turbocharger Assembly--2 Assemblies Required--Type 1
8m7147 Turbocharger Assembly--2 Assemblies Required--Type 1
8m9200 Turbocharger Assembly--2 Assemblies Required--Type 2
3s4439 Turbocharger Assembly--2 Assemblies Required
8m7147 Turbocharger Assembly--2 Assemblies Required--Type 2
8m9073 Turbocharger Assembly--2 Assemblies Required--Type 2
8m7149 Turbocharger Assembly--2 Assemblies Required--Type 1
1s9490 Turbocharger Assembly
8m9187 Turbocharger Assembly--2 Assemblies Required--Type 2
8m9074 Turbocharger Assembly--2 Assemblies Required--Type 1
3s4437 Turbocharger Assembly--2 Assemblies Required
8m9817 Turbocharger Assembly--2 Assemblies Required--Type 1
8m7149 Turbocharger Assembly--2 Assemblies Required--Type 2
1p3954 Turbocharger Cartridge Assembly
1P***54Turbocharger Cartridge Assembly1
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1p6083 Turbocharger Group
6l3221 Turbocharger Heat Shield Group
6l3221 Turbocharger Heat Shield Group--Type 2
6l3175 Turbocharger Lubrication Valve Group--Type 1
6L***75Turbocharger Lubrication Valve Group1
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8l4240 Turbocharger Lubrication Valve Group
8L***40Turbocharger Lubrication Valve Group1
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6l3175 Turbocharger Lubrication Valve Group--Type 2
6L***75Turbocharger Lubrication Valve Group1
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5l7320 Turbocharger Lubrication Valve Group
5L***20Turbocharger Lubrication Valve Group1
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5l3474 Turbocharger Mounting Group--Type 1
5l3474 Turbocharger Mounting Group--Type 2
3n9501 Regulator And Pressure Reducing Valve Group
7l6911 Regulating And Pressure Reducing Valve Group--Replaced By
1l2073 Regulating Valve
1L***73Valve Group-Pressure Reducing; -Rh1
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8l3421 Turbocharger Lubrication Valve Group--Type 2
8L***21Valve Group-Turbo Lubrication; Turbocharger Lubrication Valve Group1
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8l3421 Turbocharger Lubrication Valve Group--Type 1
8L***21Valve Group-Turbo Lubrication; Turbocharger Lubrication Valve Group1
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3l9922 Valve
5l2294 Water Lines Group
6l2601 Water Lines Group
6l5521 Water Lines Group--Part 1 Of 2
6l5521 Water Lines Group--Part 2 Of 2
2l1630 Water Pump Group
8l4849 Wiring Group
1H***66Clip-Wire Provides Loose Parts10
2H***43Marker (Wire Code)1
2H***65Connector--Wire2
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6l4407 Wiring Kit Group
2L***49Terminal-Ring 6 Ga. (No. 10 Screw)1
2L***51Terminal-Ring; (6-Ga, 5/16-In Screw)1
2L***52Terminal; (6-Ga, 3/8-In)(6 Gauge/9.53mm(.375in)Screw)1
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6l4246 Governor Assembly
2n7095 Woodward Governor Conversion Arrangement
2N***57Support Group1
2N***58Carburetor Control Group1
2N***58Woodward Governor Group1
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7l4482 Woodward Governor Group--Type 1
5l8036 Woodward Governor Group--Type 2
2n6958 Woodward Governor Group
5l8036 Woodward Governor Group--Type 3
7l4482 Woodward Governor Group--Type 2
5l8036 Woodward Governor Group--Type 1
Engine
Air Filter Indicator (2n3324 N/S)--2 Required
Instrument Shut-Off Panel (1n5952 N/S)
6l5757 Instrument Panel Group
Air Cleaner And Exhaust Pipe (5l5259 N/S)
Air Cleaner And Exhaust Pipe
4l4721 Air Cleaner Assembly
Balancer
Balancer (4l8787 N/S)
Breather (6l5666 N/S)
Breather
Camshaft
Camshaft (4l8788 N/S)
Carburetor
6l3383 Carburetor Assembly--R.H.
6l3384 Carburetor Assembly--L.H.
5l7576 Carburetor Assembly--L.H.
5l7575 Carburetor Assembly--R.H.
Carburetor Control
Carburetor Control (6l4961 N/S)
Connecting Rod And Piston--8 Required
Carburetor Control (2n5910 N/S)
Governor Control (7l534 N/S)--Type 1
Governor Control (7l534 N/S)--Type 2
2n3861 Ignition Conversion Group--Field Installation--Type 2
2n3861 Ignition Conversion Group--Field Installation--Type 1
Crankshaft
Crankshaft (4l8791 N/S)
Cylinder Block And Covers--Front View-Part 2 Of 2
Cylinder Block And Covers--Side View--Part 1 Of 2
Cylinder Block And Covers--Front View--Part 2 Of 2
4l8792 Cylinder Block And Covers Group--Side View--Type 2-Part 1 Of 2
4L***92Cylinder Block And Covers Group1
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4l8792 Cylinder Block And Covers Group--Side View--Type 1-Part 1 Of 2
4L***92Cylinder Block And Covers Group1
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4l8792 Cylinder Block And Covers Group--Front View--Type 1-Part 2 Of 2
4L***92Cylinder Block And Covers Group1
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4l8792 Cylinder Block And Covers Group--Front View--Type 2-Part 2 Of 2
4L***92Cylinder Block And Covers Group1
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Cylinder Head And Valve Mechanism--Part 2 Of 2
Cylinder Head And Valve Mechanism (5l5232 N/S)--Part 1 Of 2
5L***32Cylinder Head And Valve Mechanism1
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Cylinder Head And Valve Mechanism (5l5232 N/S)--Part 2 Of 2
5L***32Cylinder Head And Valve Mechanism1
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Cylinder Head And Valve Mechanism--Part 1 Of 2
Magneto Drive (2n2479 N/S)
Magneto Drive (6l3538 N/S)
Flywheel
Flywheel (5l1955 N/S)
Front Accessory Drive--Part 1 Of 2
Front Accessory Drive--Part 2 Of 2
5l6800 Front Accessory Drive Group--Part 2 Of 2
5l6800 Front Accessory Drive Group--Part 1 Of 2
Gasket Kits
2S***21Natural Gas Complete0
3S***03Gasoline Starting Engine Basic0
3S***08Gasoline Starting Engine Supplementary0
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5l9894 Instrument Group--12 Volt
5L***94Gauge Group; -Oil Pressure, Water Temperature1
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5l9895 Instrument Group--24 Or 32 Volt
5L***95Gauge Group; -Engine Oil Pressure, Water Temperature1
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Governor And Magneto Drive--Part 2 Of 2
Governor And Magneto Drive--Part 1 Of 2
Governor Control
Governor Drive (7l909 N/S)--Part 1 Of 2
Governor Drive (7l909 N/S)--Part 2 Of 2
Governor Drive (6l5725 N/S)--Part 2 Of 2
Governor Drive--Part 1 Of 2
Governor Drive (6l5725 N/S)--Part 1 Of 2
Governor Drive--Part 2 Of 2
7l4352 Governor Group--Part 1 Of 3
7l4352 Governor Group--Part 2 Of 3
7l4352 Governor Group--Part 3 Of 3
2n2383 Ignition System Group--Solid State
5l3472 Ignition System Group
6l5761 Ignition System Group
6l2861 Ignition System Group
5l7477 Instrument Shut-Off Panel Group
Lifting Eye (6l5600 N/S)
5l9419 Magneto Assembly--2 Assemblies Required
7l3032 Magneto Assembly--2 Required--Type 2
7l3032 Magneto Assembly--2 Required--Type 1
6l2833 Magneto Assembly--2 Assemblies Required
7l3033 Magneto Assembly--2 Required--Field Installation--Type 2
6l3511 Magneto Assembly--2 Assemblies Required
7l3033 Magneto Assembly--2 Required--Field Installation--Type 1
Magneto Drive
3n524 Magneto Group--Type 2
3n524 Magneto Group--Type 1
Manifolds (5l3430 N/S)
Manifolds
Manifolds (2n6583 N/S)
5l3460 Governor Group--Part 2 Of 3
5l3460 Governor Group--Part 3 Of 3
5l3460 Governor Group--Part 1 Of 3
2n8376 Service Meter Group
Oil Cooler And Lines--Part 1 Of 2
Oil Cooler And Lines (6l1785 N/S)--Part 2 Of 2
Oil Cooler And Lines--Part 2 Of 2
Oil Cooler And Lines (6l1785 N/S)--Part 1 Of 2
3n4631 Oil Filter Change Indicator Group--Field Installation
6l1583 Oil Filter Group
Oil Pan Base
2n2883 Oil Pump Assembly
6l3553 Oil Pump Assembly
5l5993 Oil Pump Assembly
4l8800 Water Pump Group
4L***00Pump Group-Water; Fresh Water Pump Group1
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5l2591 Regulator Assembly
5n3090 Elbow Replacement Group--Oil Cooler
0L***43Bolt 63.5 mm (3/8" X 2 1/2" -Cover Assembly To Fender2
0S***91Screw,Cap,Hexagon Bearing Retainer; Part Of Kit P/N 1w***822
3L***08Spacer-Bracket To Cylinder Block Cover; Spacer Bracket To Cylinder Block Cover2
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Service Meter
Service Meter (6l2987 N/S)
6l2965 Service Meter Group
5l5503 Tachometer Drive Group
Water Lines (4l1148 N/S)
Generators
1n8507 Exciter And Regulator Assembly--Part 2 Of 2--Type 1
3n4692 Exciter And Regulator Assembly--Part 1 Of 2
1n8507 Exciter And Regulator Assembly--Part 2 Of 2--Type 2
3n4692 Exciter And Regulator Assembly--Part 2 Of 2
1n8507 Exciter And Regulator Assembly--Part 1 Of 2--Type 1
1n8507 Exciter And Regulator Assembly--Part 1 Of 2--Type 2
1n5375 Exciter And Regulator Assembly--Part 1 Of 2--Type 1
1n5375 Exciter And Regulator Assembly--Part 2 Of 2--Type 2
3n4701 Exciter And Regulator Assembly--Part 2 Of 2--Type 1
1n5375 Exciter And Regulator Assembly--Part 2 Of 2--Type 1
8l3904 Exciter And Regulator Assembly--Type 2
2n5990 Exciter And Regulator Assembly--Part 1 Of 2
2n5990 Exciter And Regulator Assembly--Part 2 Of 2
1n5375 Exciter And Regulator Assembly--Part 1 Of 2--Type 2
1n5500 Exciter And Regulator Assembly--Part 2 Of 2--Type 2
3n4701 Exciter And Regulator Assembly--Part 2 Of 2--Type 2
3n4701 Exciter And Regulator Assembly--Part 1 Of 2--Type 2
8l3904 Exciter And Regulator Assembly--Type 1
8l8950 Exciter And Regulator Assembly
1n5500 Exciter And Regulator Assembly--Part 1 Of 2--Type 2
1n5500 Exciter And Regulator Assembly--Part 1 Of 2--Type 1
1n5500 Exciter And Regulator Assembly--Part 2 Of 2--Type 1
3n4701 Exciter And Regulator Assembly--Part 1 Of 2--Type 1
7l33 Generator--3 Phase--End View-Part 2 Of 2
8l40 Generator--3 Phase--Side View--Type 1--Part 1 Of 2
5l3964 Generator--2400 Volt--60 Cycle, 3 Phase--Side View-Part 1 Of 2
7l95 Generator--2400 Volt--60 Hertz, 3 Phase--Side View-Part 1 Of 2
5l3963 Generator--3 Phase--Side View--Type 1--Part 1 Of 2
7l95 Generator--2400 Volt--60 Hertz, 3 Phase--End View-Part 2 Of 2
7l33 Generator--3 Phase--Side View-Part 1 Of 2
5l3963 Generator--3 Phase--Side View--Type 2--Part 1 Of 2
7l35 Generator--2400 Volt--60 Hertz, 3 Phase--End View-Part 2 Of 2
7l93 Generator--3 Phase--Side View - Part 1 Of 2
5l3963 Generator--3 Phase--End View--Type 1--Part 2 Of 2
8l40 Generator--3 Phase--End View--Type 1-Part 2 Of 2
7l35 Generator--2400 Volt--60 Hertz, 3 Phase--Side View - Part 1 Of 2
7l94 Generator--3 Phase--End View--Part 2 Of 2
8l40 Generator--3 Phase--Side View--Type 2-Part 1 Of 2
8l40 Generator--3 Phase--Side View--Type 3-Part 1 Of 2
5l3964 Generator--2400 Volt--60 Cycle. 3 Phase--End View-Part 2 Of 2
8l40 Generator--3 Phase--End View--Type 3-Part 2 Of 2
7l94 Generator--3 Phase--Side View--Part 1 Of 2
7l93 Generator--3 Phase--End View--Part 2 Of 2
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G379 serial number reference

The PIN/serial plate on a G379 is a metal tag fastened to the engine block, typically on the left side near the flywheel housing or valve cover area. Read the first three characters as the serial number prefix, which identifies the specific engine model and build arrangement; the digits that follow are the sequential unit number within that prefix run.

PrefixIdentifies
72BG379 industrial gas engine

Frequently asked questions

What engine does the Caterpillar G379 use?

The G379 is Caterpillar's own engine, not a machine built around someone else's. It is a spark-ignited V8 running on natural gas, offered in naturally aspirated and turbocharged form, and it is the gas-fueled counterpart to the D379 diesel within Cat's 379/398/399 industrial engine family. It runs a Cat hydro-mechanical or Woodward UG8 governor with magneto or Altronic capacitor-discharge ignition instead of any electronic engine control.

What does the Caterpillar G379 weigh?

Caterpillar's bare-engine weight for the G379 is not published in any spec sheet available for this page. A complete packaged generator set built around the G379 has been quoted near 4,082 kg (9,000 lb), but that figure includes the alternator, skid, and cooling package, not the engine alone. Confirm actual weight with your dealer or a certified scale reading for your specific arrangement.

What replaced the Caterpillar G379?

There is no direct one-for-one successor still in production; the mechanical 379/398/399 gas engine family aged out as Caterpillar moved gas-compression and generator-drive business to its electronically governed G3400, G3500, and G3600 series engines. Operators running G379 units today mostly keep rebuilding them with parts shared across the 379/398/399 family rather than repowering, since mechanical simplicity is often the reason they are still in service.

What G379 owners discuss

What exactly is a Cat G379, and does it share parts with other Caterpillar models?
The G379 is the spark-ignited natural gas version of Caterpillar's older D379 diesel. It's covered in the same factory service literature as the D379, D398, D399, G398 and G399 — an older pre-3300/3400-numbering family of large industrial engines. Expect shared wear parts (water pump, valve-seat inserts) across the D379/G379/G398/G399 group. Because the G379 name covers several arrangement numbers with different aspiration and output, always pull the arrangement/serial number off the data plate before comparing specs or sourcing parts — don't assume one G379 matches another.
What ignition quirks show up on these engines?
Original ignition on this vintage was a breaker-point magneto. Many running units have since been converted to capacitor-discharge ignition (commonly an Altronic-type retrofit), which deletes the magneto, points and impulse coupling and times off a magnetic pickup at the flywheel or a crank-mounted timing disc. Factory literature documents a spark plug gap near 0.36 mm (0.014 in.) for this engine family — confirm the exact gap and torque spec against your unit's own arrangement rather than assuming it's identical on every build. Detonation control on this generation is not automatic: timing has to be set and rechecked against fuel quality by hand, or through a knock/detonation module if one's been added. Have your dealer or an ignition-system tech verify timing and detonation settings before running it up on load, especially on field gas of uncertain BTU content.
Does the governor hunt or surge on these engines?
The factory governor on this generation is a hydro-mechanical flyweight-and-oil-relay design, not electronic. On any mechanical governor of this type, hunting or surging under steady load traces back most often to degraded or contaminated governor oil, a worn ballhead, or worn/loose linkage — not necessarily a fuel or ignition fault. If a G379 starts hunting, check governor oil condition and linkage lash first. Have your dealer verify governor calibration if surging persists after that check.
What should I know about the cooling package before running one?
Most surviving G379 units turn up on the used market as bare skid-mounted engines with no radiator, aftercooler, or enclosure — cooling is field-supplied by the buyer. Plan on a jacket-water circuit as the baseline; if the specific build is turbocharged, budget for a separate aftercooler loop too, since aspiration (naturally aspirated vs. turbocharged) varies across engines carrying the G379 designation. Don't assume a cooling package from a diesel D379 skid carries straight over — confirm the actual cooling arrangement for the serial you're buying or installing.
Electric start or air start on the G379?
Available documentation for this model doesn't point to one single starting method — industrial gas engines of this class and vintage were built with either an electric starter or an air-start motor depending on arrangement and site (air start is common where the unit sits in a hazardous gas-compression location). Check the data plate and arrangement number for what's actually fitted rather than assuming; have your dealer confirm before ordering starter or air-start components.
What wears out first on these engines?
Valve seat wear is a known, recurring item across the whole D379/G379/G398/G399 family — oversize replacement seat inserts exist specifically because factory seats wear down over service life, consistent with running natural gas rather than diesel (gas doesn't lubricate the valve/seat interface the way diesel fuel does). Valve-train noise and rocker arms wearing at the valve-tip contact face are the other recurring complaint. The water pump is another frequent rebuild item across this shared engine family — rebuild kits are sold bundled specifically for it because it comes up often. Rising oil consumption on an engine this age generally points to worn rings, liners, or valve guides — pull a compression or leak-down check rather than guessing at the cause.
What should I check before buying a used G379?
Get the full arrangement and serial number off the plate first — output on engines sold under the G379 name varies widely, roughly from the low 300s hp up toward the mid-400s hp depending on build, so the model name alone doesn't tell you what you're getting. Ask whether it's a running take-out or a shop rebuild, and if rebuilt, get actual hours run since rebuild rather than just a rebuild date. Most used units are sold as a bare engine on an open skid with no enclosure and no radiator or aftercooler — confirm exactly what's included before pricing it against a complete package. Check whether the ignition is original magneto or a later capacitor-discharge conversion, confirm the governor type, and inspect the valve seats and jacket water condition. Have your dealer or a qualified industrial-engine shop run a compression or leak-down check and verify ignition timing before you commit to purchase.

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

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