Peninsular Parts are available

[jrhess3]

Looks like udmarine has reopened and is selling Peninsular parts again!

Here's the link: https://www.udmarine.com/

Read the About Page to understand the business model
https://www.udmarine.com/about

Peninsular Beast owners let's hope they stay in business!

[lukecwik]

Based upon the verbiage on the about page it seems as though unique diesel is looking to get out of the marine business and outsourced the work to a sub-contractor till end of year with a big question mark as to the availability of parts in 2023 and onward

[jrhess3]

I agree, I am wondering what parts I should order for the future in case they don't become available again

[RobertEWayland]

I haven't checked on the exact number but I would think that a fair number of Peninsular engines were sold before the company became extinct so someone should be interested in serving the after-market. Perhaps as an addition to another product line. That may be wishful thinking.

I've been picking up some components as part of a reconditioning effort. The only major part I've bought so far is a new starter. Although I haven't installed it yet, UD says it is the only one they recommend. The raw water pump is not Peninsular-specific and replacement impellers are available from Johnson Pump and Depco. The hoses look like they are standard with the possible exception of one pre-formed curved piece. The glow plugs are still available (at least the type they are currently recommending) but I am having trouble identifying the proper wiring harness for the 6.5 L model (UD is not particularly eager to answer questions). The other major component I am considering is a replacement generator/alternator although I hope that is a standard aftermarket item for Detroit Diesel.