I recently acquired a 1996
Catalina 320 powered by a
Westerbeke 30B Three. Yesterday, I determined that the
oil sump needs to be replaced due to a rusty area just forward of where the sump drain hose connects to the sump. The rust has progressed such that I have a significant
oil leak (many drops per minute).
I am trying to figure out if I can replace the sump without lifting the
engine. The
installation is such that if I can slide the sump forward immediately after removing the screws, I will be able to get it out. However, if the crankshaft, connecting rods, or other pieces extend into the sump such that I have to lower the sump before I can start sliding it forward, I will probably have a clearance problem between the
engine block and the
deck.
I have not been able to discern from looking at the engineering drawings on the
Westerbeke website whether there are pieces that extend into the sump and how far they go down. Does anyone have experience with this or a similar
repair? I would appreciate any helpful thoughts.
Many thanks,
Zoof98