Engine overhaul kit for Volvo Penta marine diesel MD1B 875551 875579 876377 876378
High-quality marine engine spare parts.
Poseidon Marine® Engine rebuilt kit for Volvo Penta marine diesel:
- MD1B
The following parts are included in this kit:
- Piston kit: 875551 (1) or O/S 875579
- De-carb kit: 876377 (1)
- Oil pan gasket set: 876378 (1)
- Main bearing kit: 875483 (2)
- Main bearing kit: 875484 (1)
- Rod bearing kit: 875491 (1)
Undersized bearings
- *Upon inquiry, the rod and the main bearing kits can be supplied 0.25mm undersized, at the same price.
Engine overhaul kit for Volvo Penta marine diesel MD1B 875551 875579 876377 876378
Assembly time: 4 days.
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Workshop manual for Volvo Penta MD1B, MD2B, and MD3B For further technical details, you may download this workshop manual
Frequently Asked Questions about Volvo Penta MD1B:
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What is the tightening sequence and torque for the cylinder head on a Volvo Penta MD1B?

Tighten the cylinder head nuts as follows:
Number 1 to Number 4: 110 Nm (11.0 kpm) (80 lbf.ft.)
Number 5 & Number 6: 45 Nm (4.5 kpm) (33 lbf.ft.) -
What is the tightening torque for the big-end bearings (rod bearings) on a Volvo Penta MD1B?
The tightening torque for the rod bearings (reference 875491) is 65 Nm (6.5 kpm) (47 lbf.ft.).
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What is the piston clearance in the cylinder of a Volvo Penta MD1B?
The piston clearance in the cylinder is 0.10–0.14 mm (0.004–0.006”).
If the clearance is larger, an oversize piston with nominal size 89.54 mm (3.525”) is required (reference 875579).