3838408 Insert | Genuine Volvo Penta Part

🔧 Product Description

Genuine Volvo Penta insert from the Cooling System group, weighing 12.54 kg and listed for 4 applications across the D and MD engine series. A heavy core assembly that needs support during handling.

🚤 Compatibility

Typically suits:

• Volvo Penta D5A-B TA
• Volvo Penta D5A-TA
• Volvo Penta MD2010
• Volvo Penta MD2010B

• Engine Family: D, MD

⚙️ Key Features

• 12.54 kg
• 4 applications across D and MD series
• Cooling System group
• Heavy core — support during fitting

🔌 Function

Forms the internal core or tube stack inside a cooling housing, providing the surface across which heat is exchanged.

⚠️ Common Signs of Failure

• Temperature climbing under load with apparently normal water flow
• Coolant and seawater mixing, or oil traces in the coolant
• Tube ends blocked with scale, salt or impeller debris
• Corrosion pitting or a split tube, showing as pressure loss
• Reduced discharge flow at the outlet

🛠️ Service Notes

• Insert 3838411 at 16.17 kg covers 4 D series applications and 3838332 at 5.09 kg covers 10 D and MD applications — the three are different sizes, so match the housing
• Renew every o-ring, sealing ring and end cover gasket with the insert, then pressure test before returning the engine to service

📦 Condition

• Genuine Volvo Penta part
• Brand new
• Supplied in original or equivalent packaging