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Engine and Drive Train / 1979 Pearson 323 Volvo Penta MD11 fuel and air filters question

« on: September 08, 2025, 08:05:02 PM »

Diamond Girl is a 1979 Pearson 323 (hull 163) with a Volvo Penta MD11 diesel engine that is running great.  I need to change the fuel filter (I have an internal filter canister on the engine, and an water separator mounted above the engine on the port side).  Can someone provide a supplier for ordering the correct part(s)? 

I'm assuming I'll need to pump air out of the fuel lines after I change the fuel filter.  Any tips/suggestions when doing this?  I have the manual and have read those instructions, but just looking for 'real world' encounters with this process. 

How do I go about cleaning the air filters?  Are there parts I need for the air filters? 

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P323 / Re: Icebox conversion

« on: August 24, 2025, 09:18:51 PM »

Here's a video of my install: https://www.facebook.com/share/v/19XvZwVwTD/

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P323 / Re: Icebox conversion

« on: August 04, 2025, 07:35:55 AM »

Thanks for the info and suggestions.  I'll post updates here.

I also found an older thread that discusses this topic: https://www.pearson323.com/forum/index.php?topic=695.0

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P323 / Icebox conversion

« on: August 03, 2025, 08:14:18 AM »

I'm considering installing this Isotherm kit:
https://defender.com/en_us/isotherm-2501-compact-classic-air-cooled-refrigeration-component-system-u200x000r11111ab

Has anyone else installed a cooling system in their icebox? 

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Engine and Drive Train / Re: Is there a special type of diesel fuel for the Volvo MD11c engine?

« on: June 05, 2023, 07:05:09 AM »

Thanks selene.

Your response confirms information I've garnered since my initial post.  I'll look into using an additive.

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Engine and Drive Train / Is there a special type of diesel fuel for the Volvo MD11c engine?

« on: June 01, 2023, 07:53:38 AM »

I just purchased a Pearson 323 with a Volvo MD11c engine.  The tank is about 1/3 full and I'm starting to think about getting fuel.  I'm pondering if the diesel sold at gas stations will work.  Please kindly advise.  Thank you!

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New Member Introductions / Re: New Owner of Pearson 323 in Minnesota

« on: January 24, 2023, 09:08:15 AM »

Hi selene,

Yes, I think an extra '1' has slipped into my hull number.  Yikes! 
#163 on the registry is the boat that I just purchased (previous owners are listed).  Thanks for pointing that out to me. 

Needless to say, I'm excited to launch the boat and start sailing. 

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New Member Introductions / New Owner of Pearson 323 in Minnesota

« on: January 02, 2023, 10:01:18 AM »

Greetings!

I just acquired a Pearson 323 and plan to sail her on Lake Pepin.  The boat will be moored at the Lake City Marina. 

I have a question about my 1979 Pearson Hull Number: PEA581163M79A

PEA = Pearson
58 = Model (323 1976-81)
1163 = Hull Number
M79 = Model Year (1979)
A = Build Month (August)

Is the Hull Number 1163 correct?  I understood that this should only be 3 digits, but mine has four.  Thanks for any thoughts on this.