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So I went to take her out yesterday and I couldn't get the damned prop spinning. After some fiddling, I found that the transmission's dipstick. Only an inch or so of fluid was up the dipstick. It was also the dreaded strawberry milk color, which isn't really surprising considering that the transmission was partially submerged in seawater before I bought the boat. I've got the Universal 5432 engine with the Hurth transmission.
Any tips on how to fix that problem? I've read that flushing and re-filling over several transmission fluid changes. A full rebuild would be ideal, but will I need to do fiberglass work to get that transmission out of there? The dipstick has no marking on it, how much fluid does the transmission take? I can't seem to find that in the manual.
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I have scanned the pages out of the manual for the Hurth Transmission... I have 2 Books. One for just the engine, a Service Manual, and another that is called the "Operation & Maintenance Manual".
The Service Manual mentions the Transmission but doesn't really talk about it. The other talks a bout it, even thought the information is minimal, it does cover the areas you had questions about.
I don't think I can upload the PDF to the forum.... if so, it will be in this post, otherwise give me a PM with an email address and I'll forward it to you... or email me directly - " Skipper@svLastFarewell.net "
The Fluid specified is ATF type "F", without an additive called Moybdenum Sulphite ( or similar).
The Quantity is 1.3 Pints.
The dipstick is not to be screwed in when checking the level, and the fluid should come up to the top mark on the dipstick.
This is quoted from the universal Atomic Diesel Model 5432 Manual.
I've recently given my Atomic 4, and transmission last rites [Image Can Not Be Found]
This fall I hope a shinny new 54 hp Yanmar will appear in the same location.
S/V The Last Farewell,
Currently laying Panchos Marina
Marathon, Florida
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If you email it to me then I can upload it to the website with the other manuals that are at the DE38 documentation pages here
These are the documents that are already there
Universal model 30 engine brochure
Universal Diesel Model 30 operation and maintenance manual
Universal model 30 Diesel Engine Parts Manual
Hurth Transmision Operating manual
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Thanks Scott
I've emailed the pages to you.
S/V The Last Farewell,
Currently laying Panchos Marina
Marathon, Florida
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I posted them in the documentation page for the DE38
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Oh wow. This is helpful!
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We are always trying to add to the content on the site so that all this information is available to all the owners or prospective owners. 🙂 I encourage everyone that if they have documentation that isn't on the site to submit it and we will put it up. Also wright ups of projects, repairs and upgrades so that others can learn from them. 🙂
Scott
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