01 VanDieman oil level

[Bill Johnson 42]

Have a new to me 01 VanDieman I'm rebuilding. Next few days will have oil in it but have no notes from the previous owner on oil level in the tank.

Can anyone tell me the recommended oil level?

Thanks

[2BWise]

High enough so the input shaft tube is not visible. Depending on your lines and cooling package it should be somewhere between 4 and 5 qts.

[Bill Johnson 42]

Thank you Bill

Sounds like down about 3 inches from the top, ballpark.

[BrianT1]

But make sure you crank with plugs out of it after you fill it to that level. If your oil lines are empty they will suck about a quart of oil and then you will have to refill the tank to the proper level.

Brian