Californian 34

1979 California 34 – Repowered in 2021 With Cummins 6BTCs, Fully Refit & Turn-Key

This 1979 California 34 is a fully modernized West Coast classic—repowered in 2021 with Cummins 6BTC diesel engines, delivering outstanding reliability, efficiency, and long-term value. With only 180 hours on the engines and 150 hours on the Northern Lights generator, this vessel stands far above typical California 34s of its vintage.

A repower of this magnitude is one of the most valuable upgrades any older diesel vessel can receive. By replacing aging original power with modern Cummins engines, the owner eliminated common concerns around reliability, parts availability, and future maintenance—resulting in a boat that is not only dependable today but positioned for years of confident ownership. Combined with a comprehensive refit, updated systems, modern electronics, and extensive custom stainless fabrication, this California 34 is truly turn-key.

Length Overall: 34 ft
Beam: 12 ft
Max Draft: 3 ft 8 in
Displacement: 17,000 lbs

Cruising Speed: ~17 knots
Top Speed: ~23 knots

Fuel: 300 gallons (two new aluminum tanks)
Fresh Water: 85 gallons
Holding: 35 gallons

Windlass: Electric
Electrical System: 12V
Heads: 1

• 2021 Repower – Twin Cummins 6BTC diesels (approx. 180 hours)
  A critical value upgrade offering modern reliability, improved efficiency, easier serviceability, and stronger resale value.

• Northern Lights Generator – approx. 150 hours

• Two new aluminum fuel tanks – 300 gallons total

• Two inverters

• Fresh-water engine clean-out system

• New engine synchromesh, shifters, throttles, compass, and lighting toggles

• New house and start batteries

• Completely re-wired vessel with new LED lighting throughout

• Simrad electronics at both upper and lower stations
  – Radar, autopilot, and full navigation integration

• Fusion stereo system

• Two Pacific Edge bait tanks with upgraded pump system

• 19-rod holder rack

• Underwater lights & LED cockpit lighting

• Flopper stopper with helium tank system for excellent stability while drifting or at anchor

• Hull and topsides painted with fresh non-skid

• Custom stainless flybridge hardtop with fiberglass top, opening hatch & integrated lighting

• Custom stainless ladder to flybridge

• Custom stainless dinghy rack with hoist

• West Marine 3.10 RIB with 9.9 Yamaha and full cover

• New stainless swim platform ladder

• New stainless engine-compartment ladder

• Four new Bomar portlights with screens

• Full suite of custom covers: flybridge, seating, windows, weather curtains, and lower-deck sun awning with stainless support poles

• Lemar Profish electric windlass with never-used all-chain rode

• Plow anchor and Danforth anchor with 5/8" rode

• Completely updated galley featuring:

  • Nova Kool refrigerator/freezer

  • Highpoint microwave

  • Induction cooktop

  • Deep stainless sink with pull-down faucet

• Custom Sea Furniture sofa with LED accent lighting — converts to a double berth

• SeaTek flooring throughout

• Custom shelving for optimized storage

• Raritan “Elegant” toilet with new holding tank

✔ 2021 Cummins repower — the most important upgrade on an older diesel vessel
✔ Only 180 engine hours and 150 generator hours
✔ Fully re-wired electrical system with LED lighting
✔ Dual-station Simrad navigation with radar & autopilot
✔ New fuel tanks, batteries, controls, and major systems
✔ Extensive custom stainless fabrication
✔ Modernized interior and galley
✔ Excellent fishing layout with bait capacity and rod storage
✔ Fresh paint, non-skid, and deck hardware