Volvo Engine info

[gallant9]

Have acquired a 1986 Bayliner Ciera with a Volvo Penta propulsion system. I have been able to id the outddrive (Penta 280SP) but so far have been unable to id the engine. I have been able to locate a partial number on the intake manifold that ends in GM.<br /><br />Can anyone share some insight as to how I determine the engine model? It looks similar to a GM305 or GM350 but I need the Volvo id (AQ140 etc). Any assistance will be appreciated. Thanks

 

[Don S]

Re: Volvo Engine info

Try here.<br /><br /> http://www.volvo.com/volvopenta/glo.../outofproductionengines/gasengine/sterndrive/

 

[gallant9]

Re: Volvo Engine info

Thanks, Don but I still have the id problem. The list you refererced in your message has 17 elements that show engines used with the Penta 280 outdrive - none for the 1986 year. I still need a POSITIVE way to id the engine. Any other ideas?

 

[Bondo]

Re: Volvo Engine info

There's a Casting # Cast in to the Block, on the bellhousing Flange, just behind the Port Head.............<br />It's usually hidden by a bunch of wires, or hoses in most applications.......<br /><br />After you find That #,........<br />Go Here,................. <br />Actually,.... They explain Where to find the #s as well........... <br /><br />Good Luck.......

 

[Don S]

Re: Volvo Engine info

Volvo did put metal tags on the engine with the model and serial number stamped in, it was just above the starter on the V8's.<br />One problem with Volvo's numbering system is it had nothing to do with year, so the same number such as AQ 260 was used for many years. There were only A and B models of the 260, and since you have an 86, it would probably be a 260B.<br />You can find out from Bayliner what was put in the boat when new, just get your Hull ID number and call them Toll Free at 877-861-6494 and ask them. They will even send you a copy of the owners manual if you request it.

 

[Peter J Fraser]

Re: Volvo Engine info

My old AQ200 (305) block had a serial # stamped into the RH top block face above the waterpump.<br />Its gone now as I've just had the block decked.<br />The block casting # will ID it though.