Tolly Classified - Special Information

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In an attempt to keep Tolly owners informed of issues that may affect Tolly owners we will address such information on this page. The following are areas of concern that Tolly owners should be aware of. If you have any questions please contact us at the numbers/addresses listed at the bottom of this page.

Poor Engine Performance - If your Tollycraft is having poor engine performance it might be a good idea to check out the following:

From as early as 1970 and as late as 1986, the fuel pick up tube had a small screen at the end . (See photo #1) It is possible for this screen to become plugged with contaminates in the fuel and cause poor engine performance or even shut down the engine.

Photo #1

We have heard of some cases where a motor is running well and suddenly looses power and in some cases stops only to be restarted an hour or so later and run fine. This could be caused by the contaminates being washed away from the screen by the motion of the fuel in the tank. It is possible a competent mechanic could misread the engine symptoms as a bad carburetor, bad spark plugs or even bad fuel.

To alleviate the problem simply remove the screen. (See photo #2) Most Tollys do not have a provision for removing the fuel pick up tube. If you suspect this could be a problem with your vessel, we suggest you take it to a competent repair yard or marine mechanic.

Photo #2

Cat 3208 TA Marine Engine - New aftercooler housings are being used in production on 3208TZ Marine Engines rated 375 HP & 435 HP. Both housings incorporate a boost sensitive drain valve in the bottom of the housing that allows condensate to drain. The valve is normally opens, but closes when reaches 2-3 PSI. The condensate drain was added to the turbo charged aftercooled engines to eliminate the possibility of condensate entering stopped engines. This may be a problem, especially in cold water climates.

Adaptable to: First production of the TA engines. The new 109-6857 Aftercooler Housing for the 435 HP engine, was effective in production with engine S/N 01Z27027. The new 109-7278 Aftercooler Housings for the 375 HP engine was effective in production with engine S/N 01Z27337.

Both housings use the same 108-1478 Drain Valve Group. A 5P-0767 Hose (bulk), clamped to the drain valve with one 5D-1026 Hose Clamp, is used to route the condensate to the bilge of the boat. The amount of condensate is minimal (about one cup drainage overnight, maximum).

For Additional Information Contact Your Local Cat Dealer Without Delay.

Cat 3208 N Series Engines - Check your oil hoses that run from the back of the Cat Engine to the oil cooler for abrasion. It has been reported by an owner of a 1979 40' Tolly with 3208 N Cats that upon inspection, he found the stainless wire covering had completely worn off exposing the plastic inner hose. If this oil hose were to rupture, it could cause very serious or fatal engine damage.

Black Vinyl Rub Rail - To restore the color of your black vinyl rub rail use Methyl-Ethyl-Ketone. Please note the safety procedures on label.

Steering Clevis - As you can see in the photograph on the right, the steering clevis has worn an elliptical hole. It is possible this could simply make steering hunt. If left unattended, a complete loss of steering could occur, over an extended period of time. Steering clevis assemblies are in stock at Resources International for $29.95 plus shipping & handling.

Worn Clevis Pin

Cadet Heaters - For many years Tollycraft installed electric heaters manufactured by the Cadet Company. On January 15, 1999 the Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) released a complaint filed against Cadet to force the company to recall 1.8 million heaters. Cadet strongly disagrees with the CPSC's position and is fully prepared to defend its product in court. Cadet is attempting to locate customers who purchased Z-152 & Z-202 models produced prior to December 1998. They suspect an out-sourced element may be faulty and are requesting affected customers to contact them for updated information. Cadet Customer Service can be reached at 1-800-567-2613 or you can check out their website at www.cadetco.com.

Some 30' Sport Cruiser owners have experienced separated or broken fiberglass tabs (fiberglass mat which bonds wood to the hull). The recommended modifications are in the Adobe Acrobat file below. You will need Adobe Acrobat Reader to view the document. If you do not have Adobe Acrobat Reader please click on the following link: http://www.adobe.com/products/acrobat/readermain.html If you already have Adobe Acrobat Reader click on the link below to view.

Tolly-Classified, Resources International, Gordon Graham and their affiliates shall not be held liable to any person or group for false, misleading or inaccurate information contained in this service bulletin. Tolly-Classified, Resources International, Gordon Graham and their affiliates assume no liability for any direct, indirect, punitive, incidental, special, or consequential damage in any way arising out of or in any way connected with the use and information contained in this service bulletin.