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3165 hoe 06-21-2012 17:32:00 96.53.210.246 Report to Moderator	I doubt it's a prototype for 1986 model. Finding parts will be difficult at best. If it just needs a new tube welded or a weld repair, it shouldn't be too hard to fix for a good welder. It has to be a pretty good weld to hold 2500 PSI. Just make sure the inner piston isn't near where you weld or you'll burn the seals. [Reply]   [No Email]
Brokengun 06-22-2012 06:33:21 4.254.80.115 Report to Moderator	Re: massey hoe ID needed in reply to 3165 hoe, 06-21-2012 17:32:00   Massey made a proto-type hoe in 1971-72 that became the pattern for the hoe attachment that they used up to 1986-88. My old dealer knew the story and he had the parts book for the hoe. The problem I have is that the tube has been patched before and to me it looks like its bulging. I was hoping to find a used out-rigger cylinder since the original is an odd ball cessna cylinder. I may have to have it welded again who ever fixed it the first time did a poor job. Thanks for your reply [Reply]  [No Email]
3165 hoe 06-24-2012 21:30:04 96.53.210.246 Report to Moderator	Re: massey hoe ID needed in reply to Brokengun, 06-22-2012 06:33:21   Sounds like the cylinder is fine and it just needs a new tube. A good hydraulic shop should have or know where to get seamless hydraulic tubing to make a complete new tube for the cylinder. Lots of places build and repair hydraulic cylinders and steel lines for them. [Reply]  [No Email]