Pacific Seacraft Dana 24
Built 1984–2007 by Pacific Seacraft (Fullerton, California; later Washington, North Carolina)
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About the Pacific Seacraft Dana 24
Researched from public sources for this model. Any individual boat may have been modified or repowered — confirm before relying on any figure.
- Built
- 1984–2007
- Builder
- Pacific Seacraft (Fullerton, California; later Washington, North Carolina)
- Designer
- William I. B. Crealock
- Length
- 24.17 ft
- Waterline
- 21.42 ft
- Beam
- 8.58 ft
- Draft
- 3.83 ft
- Displacement
- 8,000 lb
- Ballast
- 3,200 lb
- Hull / keel
- full keel
- Rig
- cutter
- Propulsion
- inboard
- Fuel
- 18 gal
- Water
- 40 gal
- Holding
- 15 gal
- Water heater
- AC · factory option
- Bow thruster
- not fitted
- Stern thruster
- not fitted
- Steering
- tiller
Tank capacities — where the figures come from
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Fuel 18 gal
“18 gallon (68 ltr.) aluminum fuel tank” — brochure (2004), janice142.comPacific Seacraft's own specification sheet dated March 15, 2004 (posted on an owner's website).
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Water 40 gal
“40 gal.(151 ltr.) GRP water tank” — brochure (2004), janice142.comFrom the builder's 2004 spec sheet. SailWiki notes an optional extra 30 gal of water on some boats, not confirmed by a builder source.
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Holding 15 gal
“Marine head with 15 gal. holding tank” — brochure (2004), janice142.comFrom the builder's 2004 spec sheet; the figure for earlier (1984-99) boats wasn't confirmed.
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Water heater AC · factory option
“Hot & cold fresh water system. Galley & head sink faucets fitted with temperature mixing valves ... (req. shore power sy” — builder (2004), janice142.comThe builder's 2004 specification sheet and option price list show hand-pump fresh water only on the base boat; a hot and cold water system was an option that needed the optional 110 V shore-power system. Heater capacity isn't stated, and no engine heat exchanger is mentioned.
Tanks are often replaced or added on older boats — check the tank labels or a survey for yours.
Thrusters and steering — where this comes from
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Bow thruster not fitted
“Specification sheet (base price March 15, 2004) with features list and full optional-equipment price list - no thruster” — builder (2004), janice142.comThe builder's 2004 Dana 24 specification sheet lists standard features and every priced option; no thruster appears. Earlier years not checked against a builder list.
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Stern thruster not fitted
“Specification sheet (2004) with full optional-equipment price list - no thruster offered” — builder (2004), janice142.com
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Steering tiller
“Chrome tiller head and laminated wood tiller.” — builder (2004), janice142.comTiller standard on the transom-hung rudder; the 2004 option list offers no wheel steering.
Thrusters and steering are often replaced — check the units on your boat before ordering parts.
Hull length (LOD) 24.17 ft; 27.25 ft overall including bowsprit (sailboatdata). Production paused 1999-2001; an extra 30 gal water tank was optional. Lead ballast.
Engines fitted
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Yanmar 2GM20F — 18 hp, diesel, single
standard
Original two-cylinder engine on most boats (e.g. 1985 and 1988 hulls).Sources: sailboatdata.com · sailingmagazine.net · ventspleen.com
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Yanmar 3YM20 — 21 hp, diesel, single
standard
Later-production Danas got the three-cylinder 3YM20 after Yanmar dropped the 2GM series.Sources: ventspleen.com
Boats of the same model can differ — check which engines yours actually has before ordering parts.
Generator
The builder's 2004 standard-equipment and option list does not include a generator.
Known problems for this model
No well-sourced problem reports found yet.
Engines & parts
Yanmar 2GM / 2GM20F parts: good
Factory standard engine — you entered “Yanmar 2GM20F”
Well supported by Yanmar dealers and aftermarket; stainless mixing elbows that replace the OEM part numbers are widely sold.
Parts sources: Mack Boring & Parts (Yanmar distributor), HDI Marine (stainless exhaust elbows), Parts4Engines
Common problems (2)
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Nearly blocked mixing elbow exhaust
Owners find the exhaust port of the mixing elbow almost completely blocked while the engine still runs; a failed U-elbow has also let water into a cylinder and cracked a piston.sailnet.com · practical-sailor.com
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Noise and vibration from soft mounts engine
Worn soft engine mounts are a common cause of the vibration owners complain about; better aftermarket mounts are available.practical-sailor.com
Maker’s service schedule (2)
| Fuel filters & water separator | 250 hrs | “The normal replacement interval for the element is 250 hours ... Filter cleaning First time 50 hours Filter element repl” — manufacturer, c320.org |
| Air filter / intake silencer | 250 hrs | “Washing period Every 250 hours” — manufacturer, c320.org |
Service part numbers (10)
| Oil filter | Yanmar 119305-35170 Replaces 119305-35151, 119660-35150 |
“2GM20F Basic Service Kit ... 119305-35170 FILTER ASSY, D68XL65” — dealer, oldportmarine.com · “Suitable for: ... Yanmar 2GM, Yanmar 2GMF, Yanmar 2GM20, Yanmar 2GM20-YEU, Yanmar 2GM20F” — dealer, marinepartsystem.com |
| Fuel filter | Yanmar 104500-55710 | “Fuel Filter Element 1 104500-55710 / Fuel Filter O-Ring 1 24341-000440” — dealer, ellebogen.com · “2GM20F Basic Service Kit ... 104500-55710 ELEMENT, FUEL FILTER” — dealer, oldportmarine.com |
| Raw-water impeller Japan-built 2GM / 2GM20(F) (serial not starting with E) |
Yanmar 124223-42092 | “Impeller 1 124223-42092 / Impeller Gasket 1 124223-42110” — dealer, ellebogen.com · “2GM20F Basic Service Kit ... 124223-42092 IMPELLER, PUMP” — dealer, oldportmarine.com |
| Raw-water impeller European-built GM-YEU (serial starting with E) |
Yanmar 128990-42570 Replaces 128990-42200 |
“Impeller & O-ring Kit-128990-42570 For the GM series engines with serial numbers beginning with an E” — dealer, oldportmarine.com · “(Supersedes part number: 128990-42200) ... GM-YEU series engines:(Serial number begins with an E)2GM20-YEU” — dealer, palmerpower.com |
| Drive belt | Yanmar 25132-003700 | “Alternator Belt 1 25132-003700” — dealer, ellebogen.com · “2GM20F Basic Service Kit ... 25132-003700 V-BELT, A37” — dealer, oldportmarine.com |
| Drive belt | Yanmar 104511-78780 | “S/W Pump Belt 1 104511-78780” — dealer, ellebogen.com · “2GM20F Basic Service Kit ... 104511-78780 V-BELT, M/19” — dealer, oldportmarine.com |
| Air filter | Yanmar 128270-12540 | “Air Filter Element 1 128270-12540” — dealer, ellebogen.com · “2GM20F Basic Service Kit ... 128270-12540 ELEMENT, AIR CLEANER” — dealer, oldportmarine.com |
| Zinc / anode raw-water 2GM / 2GM20; also sold for the F (heat-exchanger) versions |
Yanmar 27210-200300 | “27210-200300 Yanmar Engine Zinc Anode For 2GM(D), 3GM(D), 2GM20, 3GM30” — dealer, zincsforboats.com · “It fits Yanmar 2GM, 2GM20F, 2GM15, 2GM20, 3GM30F, 3GMF, 3HMF, 3GM30H engines.” — dealer, deltadieselparts.com |
| Thermostat 2GM20F / 2GMF (fresh-water cooled) |
Yanmar 121750-49800 | “Thermostat 1 121750-49800 / Thermostat Gasket 1 129350-49541” — dealer, ellebogen.com · “Thermostat for Yanmar 2GMF, 3GMF, 3HMF, 2GM20F, 3GM30F, 3HM35F / REC121750-49800” — dealer, marineparts.eu |
| Thermostat 2GM / 2GM20 (raw-water cooled) |
Yanmar 105582-49200 | “Replaces Yanmar Marine 105582-49200 ... 1GM, 2GM, 3GM, 1GM10, 2GM20, 3GM30” — dealer, repowermarine.com · “1GM10, 2GM20 & 3GM30 Thermostat to fit raw water cooled engine versions ... equivalent to 105582-49200” — dealer, parts4engines.com |
From the engine maker’s parts lists, or two independent parts dealers. Numbers change with serial number and get superseded — check yours before ordering.
Yanmar 3YM30 / 3YM20 parts: good
Factory standard engine — you entered “Yanmar 3YM20”
Current-generation Yanmar with full dealer support; raw water pump impellers are Jabsco-compatible.
Parts sources: Mack Boring & Parts (Yanmar distributor), Yanmar USA genuine parts
Common problems (3)
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Leaking heat exchangers and overheating cooling
Owners report heat exchangers leaking (pressed-in tube joint) and overheating; trapped air in the freshwater circuit and failed impellers are other common causes.forums.ybw.com · forums.sailboatowners.com
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Seawater pump leaks cooling
The Johnson seawater pump is a frequent leak source, and leaks near the elbow hose can corrode the starter and heat exchanger studs.forums.ybw.com
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Restrictive cast iron elbow exhaust
The cast iron exhaust riser/elbow clogs with soot, raising back pressure.forums.ybw.com
Maker’s service schedule (18)
| Engine oil & filter change | 150 hrs or 1 yr | “4.3.4 Inspection Every 150 Hrs (or one year). (1) Replace the Engine Oil” — manufacturer, j30.us |
| Replace engine oil filter | 250 hrs or 1 yr | “4.3.5 Inspection Every 250 Hrs (or one year).” — manufacturer, j30.us |
| Transmission fluid change KM marine gear (shaft drive) | 150 hrs or 1 yr | “4.3.4 Inspection Every 150 Hrs (or one year). ... (2) Replace the Marine Gear oil” — manufacturer, j30.us |
| Transmission fluid change SD sail-drive installations | 100 hrs or 6 mo | “4.3.3 Inspection Every 100 Hrs (or six months). (1) Replace the Sail Drive Oil” — manufacturer, j30.us |
| Fuel filters & water separator | 250 hrs or 1 yr | “4.3.5 Inspection Every 250 Hrs (or one year). (1) Replace the Fuel Tank Refer to 4.3.1(4). (2) Replace the Fuel Filter” — manufacturer, j30.us |
| Drain fuel/water separator | 50 hrs or 1 mo | “4.3.2 Inspection Every 50 Hrs. (or Monthly) (1) Drain the fuel/water separator.” — manufacturer, j30.us |
| Drain fuel tank (water/sediment) | 250 hrs or 1 yr | “4.3.5 Inspection Every 250 Hrs (or one year). (1) Replace the Fuel Tank Refer to 4.3.1(4).” — manufacturer, j30.us |
| Raw-water pump impeller | 1,000 hrs or 4 yrs | “The impeller must be replaced with new one periodically (every 1000 hrs or 4 years whichever comes first).” — manufacturer, j30.us |
| Coolant replacement & freeze-point test | 1 yr | “Replace the fresh water coolant Every year When long life coolant is used of a specified type (see page 24), a replaceme” — manufacturer, j30.us |
| Air filter / intake silencer | 250 hrs or 1 yr | “4.3.5 Inspection Every 250 Hrs (or one year).” — manufacturer, j30.us |
| Exhaust mixing elbow inspection | 250 hrs or 1 yr | “4.3.5 Inspection Every 250 Hrs (or one year).” — manufacturer, j30.us |
| Drive belts inspect / replace | 250 hrs or 1 yr | “Replace the alternator driving belt with new one every 1000 hours or four years, whichever comes first, even if there is” — manufacturer, j30.us |
| Valve clearance check / adjust | 1,000 hrs or 4 yrs | “4.3.6 Inspection Every 1000 Hrs (or 4 years). (1) Inspection and Adjustment of Intake/ Exhaust Valve Clearance.” — manufacturer, j30.us |
| Injector test / service | 1,000 hrs or 4 yrs | “4.3.6 Inspection Every 1000 Hrs (or 4 years). ... (2) Inspect and Adjust the Fuel Injection Spray Condition.” — manufacturer, j30.us |
| Inspect/adjust fuel injection timing (dealer) | 1,000 hrs or 4 yrs | “4.3.6 Inspection Every 1000 Hrs (or 4 years). ... (4) Inspect and Adjust the Fuel Injection Timing” — manufacturer, j30.us |
| Replace flexible engine mounts | 1,000 hrs or 4 yrs | “Be sure to replace the Yanmar flexible engine mounts every 1000 hours or 4 years, whichever comes first.” — manufacturer, j30.us |
| Breather diaphragm assembly inspection (dealer) | 1,000 hrs or 4 yrs | “4.3.6 Inspection Every 1000 Hrs (or 4 years). ... (5) Diaphragm assembly inspection” — manufacturer, j30.us |
| Check wiring connectors | 250 hrs or 1 yr | “4.3.5 Inspection Every 250 Hrs (or one year).” — manufacturer, j30.us |
Service part numbers (9)
| Oil filter | Yanmar 119305-35170 Replaces 119305-35151, 119660-35150 |
“3YM30 Basic Service Kit up to serial #E01732 ... 119305-35170 FILTER ASSY, D68XL65 (Oil)” — dealer, oldportmarine.com · “It fits Yanmar 1GM10, 2GM20F, 2YM15, 3GM, 3GM30F, 3JH2E, 3YM30, 4JH3E engines. Cross Reference: 119305-35151 119660-3515” — dealer, deltadieselparts.com |
| Fuel filter | Yanmar 104500-55710 | “Fuel Filter Element 1 104500-55710 / Fuel Filter O-Ring 1 24341-000440” — dealer, ellebogen.com · “3YM30 Basic Service Kit up to serial #E01732 ... 104500-55710 ELEMENT, FUEL FILTER” — dealer, oldportmarine.com |
| Raw-water impeller | Yanmar 128990-42570 Replaces 128990-42200 |
“3YM30 Basic Service Kit up to serial #E01732 ... 128990-42570 IMPELLER KIT” — dealer, oldportmarine.com · “(Supersedes part number: 128990-42200) ... 2YM15 3YM20 3YM27A, 3YM30R 3YM30” — dealer, palmerpower.com |
| Drive belt early 3YM30 / 3YM20, below the serial break |
Yanmar 128990-77350 | “128990-77350 3YM30 up to serial #E01732 Belt” — dealer, oldportmarine.com · “S/W Pump Belt 1 128990-77350 < E00304” — dealer, ellebogen.com |
| Drive belt later 3YM30 / 3YM20, from the serial break |
Yanmar 104511-78780 | “104511-78780 3YM30 starting serial #E01733 Belt” — dealer, oldportmarine.com · “S/W Pump Belt 1 104511-78780 E00305 >” — dealer, ellebogen.com |
| Drive belt June 2004 up to serial E20847 |
Yanmar 129612-42290 | “Alternator V-Belt 1 129612-42290 June 2004 > / < E20847” — dealer, ellebogen.com · “3YM30 Basic Service Kit up to serial #E01732 ... 129612-42290 V-BELT, A37.5 (Alternator)” — dealer, oldportmarine.com |
| Drive belt from serial E20848 (120 A alternator) |
Yanmar 128990-77580 | “Alternator Flat Belt 1 128990-77580 E20848 >” — dealer, ellebogen.com · “3YM30 Basic Service Kit starting serial #E20848 ... Serpentine belt 128990-77580” — dealer, oldportmarine.com |
| Air filter | Yanmar 128270-12540 | “Air Filter Element 1 128270-12540” — dealer, ellebogen.com · “128270-12540 Air Element” — dealer, oldportmarine.com |
| Thermostat | Yanmar 128990-49800 | “Thermostat 1 128990-49800 / Thermostat Gasket N/A Not Fitted” — dealer, ellebogen.com · “128990-49800 Thermostat” — dealer, oldportmarine.com |
From the engine maker’s parts lists, or two independent parts dealers. Numbers change with serial number and get superseded — check yours before ordering.
Model sources (5)
sailboatdata.com · sailboatdata.com · sailingmagazine.net · ventspleen.com · janice142.com
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