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CAT 455 HP engine in earlier models

Yahoo Message Number: 92048
I would also like to ask if anyone else knows anything about having the 455 hp CAT engine in a 1998 CC. When I do research online, like look up current values on NADA or call the radiator supply house for parts no were do they see the 455 CAT in the history for research for the 98 affinity, my coach is also an early 98 model. They all say like 400-425 hp CAT. I also just have one rear axle, usually I thought I seen the higher HP engines with the tandem axle setup, but I know not always the case. I was just curious if anyone else has the bigger engine and what year their coach is, or if you know of any of the history into the engine selection that CC made. Thanks John

1998 Affinity 40 ft Captivia
455 CAT

Re: CAT 455 HP engine in earlier models

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Yahoo Message Number: 92050
You need to know the engine model as adjustments are made to the engine to arrive at various horsepower ratings. Country Coach also promoted the engine horsepower based on max horsepower while CAT frequently had a lower advertised value on the engine.

Country Coach says my CAT C10 develops 385hp but CAT advertised the engine at 375hp. I finally found curves on my engine by going to CAT. You can try the diesel owners club at http://tinyurl.com/o5b7hr9
You can also try emailing Call_CAT@... That's how I finally got my engine curves. You need to include your engine serial number with your email.


pete 2000 40' Magna CAT C10 #5892
Pete
 2000 40'  Magna #5892  CAT C-10

Re: CAT 455 HP engine in earlier models

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Yahoo Message Number: 92052
CAT can do a simple software upgrade on a 425 to add 30 hp. It costs about $300. Rich 2002 Magna.

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Yahoo Message Number: 92063
I'm sorry I guess I was not clear in my question. My CAT engine is a 455 HP, and it states that on the front cover of the engine. I was interested why no one seems to list this 455 HP engine in this 1998 year coach, and curious if anyone else had the 455 HP engine, what year this started. Thanks

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Yahoo Message Number: 92246
Our CC is a 1999 Affinity and has the 455 CAT and a single rear axle. We are new to this group having only purchased from the original owners in August.

Denny and Judy 1999 Affinity #5709

Re: CAT 455 HP engine in earlier models

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Yahoo Message Number: 92262
John,

My name is Louie Courtemanche. I worked at Country Coach for 16 years. I have lots of archives on the equipment on your coach and have a good background on the C-12 Engine. You can reach me at (541)998-2640. Myself and Gary Obermier (engineer at CC) started a service, sales, storage business next door to Country Coach. Don't hesitate to call.

Louie Courtemanche
Premier Rv

Junction City Oregon
(541)998-2640
 

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Yahoo Message Number: 92486
John,

Louie is really awesome. The equivalent of being able to talk to the guy that built your house ~ and still knows how everything was put together!.
Mark Speros