When the deep sea is calling, Crusader OFFSHORE SERIES is there to answer.
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Welcome to Crusader CLASSIC Series
For over 58 years, Crusader Engines has provided the ultimate in premium power for the world’s finest inboard motor yachts and sportfishing boats.With superior performance, durabiltiy and overall customer satisfaction, it's no wonder we can say, “On Open Water, They’re Priceless.”
About Us
Trademark blue Crusader engines have provided premium inboard power for many of the industry’s finest cruisers and sportfishermen for over a half century. Over the years, the list of boat manufacturers who use Crusader power reads like a “who’s who” of the greatest yacht, cruiser and sportfishing boat artisans in the world.
In 1998, Crusader was acquired by the Pleasurecraft® Marine Engine Company, a highly regarded inboard manufacturer for over 38 years. The union created the Pleasurecraft Engine Group, which is now the leading manufacturer of gasoline inboards in the world. With state-of-the-art manufacturing facilities and a strong focus on research and development, Crusader inboards are built specifically for the rigors of offshore use.
To add value at every opportunity, we design and manufacture most marinization components ourselves, using sophisticated computer-controlled machinery. This technology allows us to control costs and quality, further enhancing the premium value of the Crusader product. The following pages detail the outstanding features, top quality components and customer satisfaction programs that show why Crusader inboards are uniquely superior.
Crusader CLASSIC is strong and beautiful and ready for you.
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Classic Power Pack
Displacement:350 c.i.d.Fuel System:CarburatedExhaust System:N/ACooling System:N/AAlternator:N/ATransmission:N/ADisplacementFuel SystemExhaust SystemCooling SystemAlternatorTransmissionClassic Power Pack SD
Displacement:350 c.i.d.Fuel System:MPI Fuel InjectionExhaust System:Osco - Merc. or VolvoCooling System:Raw Water Cooled - No raw water pumpAlternator:N/ATransmission:N/AThe Classic 5.7
Displacement:350 c.i.d.Fuel System:CarburatedExhaust System:Standard and V-drive Non-CatalystCooling System:Raw Water Cooled, or Fresh Water CooledAlternator:AMP 70Transmission:Hurth ZF, or WarnerThe Classic 5.7 MPI
Displacement:350 c.i.d.Fuel System:MPI Fuel InjectionExhaust System:Standard and V-drive Non-CatalystCooling System:Fresh Water CooledAlternator:AMP or 100 AMP 70Transmission:Hurth ZF, or WarnerThe Classic 6.0L MPI
Displacement:364 c.i.d.Fuel System:MPI Fuel InjectionExhaust System:Standard and V-drive Non-CatalystCooling System:Fresh Water CooledAlternator:AMP or 100 AMP 70Transmission:Hurth ZF, or Warner
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OWNER'S INFORMATION
Throughout this website, you’ll find various links to information, such as Owner’s Manuals, Parts Manuals, Frequently Asked Questions, Engine Specifications and more. Most of our detailed information is made available via Adobe Acrobat® in PDF format.
If you haven’t already, please be sure and download the most recent copy from Adobe’s website by clicking here. A new window will open for your convenience.
Frequently Asked QuestionsCrusader fuel injected engines are calibrated to operate on 87 octane fuel and maximum performance is obtained when using this fuel. The ignition timing set by the factory requires the use of a high-quality lead free regular gasoline with an octane specification of (R+M/2).
When the average temperature is above 50 degrees F., use a good quality SAE 15W-40 “SJ”. Below 50, use SAE 5W-30 “SJ”
The implementation of ethanol-based fuel is spreading rapidly throughout the United States. The end user of our engines might well be concerned regarding the use of this fuel. As such, Crusader Engines provides the following policy statement regarding the use of this fuel.
This notification addresses the use of ethanol fuels IN CRUSADER ENGINES ONLY. It does not address the use of ethanol fuels in vessel related components such as boat gas tanks, boat fuel lines, boat fuel filters, etc. The boat owner is STRONGLY ENCOURAGED to contact the boat builder regarding the suitability of ethanol fuel usage in their vessel.
Ethanol blended fuel rated E10 or less is acceptable to use.
Fuels rated higher than E10 SHOULD NOT BE USED.
Ethanol fuels rated higher than E10 could potentially damage the engine and/or present an unsafe boating condition. Damage to the engine resulting from the use of ethanol fuel rated higher than E10 is not covered by the warranty.When the average temperature is above 50 degrees F., use a good quality SAE 15W-40 “SJ”. Below 50, use SAE 5W-30 “SJ”
The implementation of ethanol-based fuel is spreading rapidly throughout the United States. The end user of our engines might well be concerned regarding the use of this fuel. As such, Crusader Engines provides the following policy statement regarding the use of this fuel.
This notification addresses the use of ethanol fuels IN CRUSADER ENGINES ONLY. It does not address the use of ethanol fuels in vessel related components such as boat gas tanks, boat fuel lines, boat fuel filters, etc. The boat owner is STRONGLY ENCOURAGED to contact the boat builder regarding the suitability of ethanol fuel usage in their vessel.
Ethanol blended fuel rated E10 or less is acceptable to use.
Fuels rated higher than E10 SHOULD NOT BE USED.
Ethanol fuels rated higher than E10 could potentially damage the engine and/or present an unsafe boating condition. Damage to the engine resulting from the use of ethanol fuel rated higher than E10 is not covered by the warranty.The implementation of ethanol-based fuel is spreading rapidly throughout the United States. The end user of our engines might well be concerned regarding the use of this fuel. As such, Crusader Engines provides the following policy statement regarding the use of this fuel.
This notification addresses the use of ethanol fuels IN CRUSADER ENGINES ONLY. It does not address the use of ethanol fuels in vessel related components such as boat gas tanks, boat fuel lines, boat fuel filters, etc. The boat owner is STRONGLY ENCOURAGED to contact the boat builder regarding the suitability of ethanol fuel usage in their vessel.
Ethanol blended fuel rated E10 or less is acceptable to use.
Fuels rated higher than E10 SHOULD NOT BE USED.
Ethanol fuels rated higher than E10 could potentially damage the engine and/or present an unsafe boating condition. Damage to the engine resulting from the use of ethanol fuel rated higher than E10 is not covered by the warranty.The implementation of ethanol-based fuel is spreading rapidly throughout the United States. The end user of our engines might well be concerned regarding the use of this fuel. As such, Crusader Engines provides the following policy statement regarding the use of this fuel.
This notification addresses the use of ethanol fuels IN CRUSADER ENGINES ONLY. It does not address the use of ethanol fuels in vessel related components such as boat gas tanks, boat fuel lines, boat fuel filters, etc. The boat owner is STRONGLY ENCOURAGED to contact the boat builder regarding the suitability of ethanol fuel usage in their vessel.
Ethanol blended fuel rated E10 or less is acceptable to use.
Fuels rated higher than E10 SHOULD NOT BE USED.
Ethanol fuels rated higher than E10 could potentially damage the engine and/or present an unsafe boating condition. Damage to the engine resulting from the use of ethanol fuel rated higher than E10 is not covered by the warranty.The implementation of ethanol-based fuel is spreading rapidly throughout the United States. The end user of our engines might well be concerned regarding the use of this fuel. As such, Crusader Engines provides the following policy statement regarding the use of this fuel.
This notification addresses the use of ethanol fuels IN CRUSADER ENGINES ONLY. It does not address the use of ethanol fuels in vessel related components such as boat gas tanks, boat fuel lines, boat fuel filters, etc. The boat owner is STRONGLY ENCOURAGED to contact the boat builder regarding the suitability of ethanol fuel usage in their vessel.
Ethanol blended fuel rated E10 or less is acceptable to use.
Fuels rated higher than E10 SHOULD NOT BE USED.
Ethanol fuels rated higher than E10 could potentially damage the engine and/or present an unsafe boating condition. Damage to the engine resulting from the use of ethanol fuel rated higher than E10 is not covered by the warranty.ManualsOperational Manuals
| Size: 4 MB 7th May 2018 Crusader Website Technical Information | Size: 1 MB 13th Mar 2014 Captain's Choice Manual 2013 | Size: 1 MB 13th Mar 2014 Captain's Choice Manual 2012 | Size: 1 MB 13th Mar 2014 Captain's Choice Manual 2011 | Size: 1 MB 7th Mar 2014 Captain's Choice Manual 2009 | Size: 1 MB 7th Mar 2014 Captain's Choice Manual 2010Parts Manuals
| Size: 2 MB 13th Mar 2014 Captain's Choice 8.1 2007-2008 | Size: 2 MB 13th Mar 2014 Captain's Choice 8.1 2006 | Size: 2 MB 13th Mar 2014 Captain's Choice 8.1 2001-2005 | Size: 10 MB 13th Mar 2014 Captain's Choice 7.4 All | Size: 3 MB 13th Mar 2014 Captain's Choice 6.0 2007-2008 | Size: 2 MB 13th Mar 2014 Captain's Choice 6.0 2006 | Size: 2 MB 13th Mar 2014 Captain's Choice 6.0 2004-2005 | Size: 3 MB 13th Mar 2014 Captain's Choice 5.0/5.7 2007-2008 | Size: 2 MB 13th Mar 2014 Captain's Choice 5.0/5.7 2006 | Size: 3 MB 13th Mar 2014 Captain's Choice 5.0/5.7 2004-2005BulletinsService Bulletin # Description Model Year Serial Number n/aAllAllCG#030013S
SUC-0303-01
3/10/032003 8.1 L & 8.1HO2003: 630458-630834CG#020198S
SUC-1002-01
10/31/022002-2003 5.0 L & 5.7 L2002: 620052-621037
2003: 630009-630411CG#020167S
SUC-0902-02
9/27/022001-2003 8.1 L2000: 600799-601155
2001: 610002-610892
2002: 620001-621065
2003: 630001-630247SUC-0902-01
9/27/022002-2003 5.0 L & 5.7 L2002: 620052-621037
2003: 630009-630210CGR 060083T
SUPEG-1006-018.1L641146,
650062 through 651653
660002 through 660739
70007 through 670009SUC-0207-02AllAllWarranty InformationWhen it comes to buyer protection, no other plan in the industry can compare to Crusader Captain’s Choice. All Captain’s Choice engines feature a two-year factory-backed warranty. This plan is unsurpassed, and it is a tribute to the confidence we have in our products.
Warranty work and services can be found at over 900 locations cross-country and we are proud of our record of immediate parts delivery and impeccable customer service.
Factory-trained technicians are educated through the most sophisticated training program in the industry – the Crusader E-Train. Courses on diagnostics, troubleshooting, maintenance and repair are available to Crusader Premier Dealers on-line 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. After successfully completing the E-Train, technicians are thoroughly trained to service Crusader products.
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Installations
Installation Manual and Drawings
Please see below for the Installation Manual and drawings for most of Crusader’s engines.
If you don’t see an appropriate match for your current power, click here to email a technician. Be sure to include your current engine(s) and transmission(s) make, model and year.
Installation must be done by a qualified marine engine technician. Crusader accepts no responsibility for improper installation based on these drawings.
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