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Hyd. Cylinder Question

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Brad Konrath

09-11-2004 21:23:06




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I just got an older spring tooth that included the hydraulic cylinder but hasn't been used for about 10 years. I don't want to hook this up to my tractor and introduce the old oil into my system and I was wondering what is the best way to purge the old oil from the cylinder/hoses? Thanks.




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Randy-IA

09-12-2004 09:25:33




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 Re: Hyd. Cylinder Question in reply to Brad Konrath, 09-11-2004 21:23:06  
Sorry about the double post ... the modem was acting up Randy-IA



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Randy-IA

09-11-2004 23:31:49




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 Re: Hyd. Cylinder Question in reply to Brad Konrath, 09-11-2004 21:23:06  
Hi, Personally I would spring for a new cylinder if it hasn't been used in that long . The insides are probably rusty from condensation unless the hose connections where plugged tight with screw on ( or in ) plugs . If it still has the snap connectors on it I'd still be leary of it . If you really want to use it take the cylinder off the machine , remove the connectors ( or connector if it's a single acting cylinder ) at the end of the hoses and put both of the hoses in a 5-gallon CLEAN plastic bucket until you can move the rod then put one in a bucket with clean oil in it and work the rod in and out a few times if possible by hand ,use it like a suction pump sucking up clean oil and discharging the old oil into the other bucket . If it won't move by hand ( It'll take alot of muscle ) get a new one , it's froze . If it moves check the condition of the old oil in the bucket in the sunlight . If the rods rusty ( pitted ) replace the cylinder , it'll just start leaking on you . If it's a 8" stroke cylinder , sizes under 3-1/2" are under $100 , alot cheaper than a hydraulic system repair . This is the way we do it where I work when we replace cylinders on the cranes or excavators . If you have the time just hang it up and let it drip or blow it out with an air hose ( low pressure ) 'bout any way you can think of will work , just don't use your wifes vacuum cleaner ;') . My two cents is buy a new one it's a lot easier . Good luck and have fun . Randy-IA

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09-11-2004 23:24:40




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 Re: Hyd. Cylinder Question in reply to Brad Konrath, 09-11-2004 21:23:06  
Hi, Personally I would spring for a new cylinder if it hasn't been used in that long . The insides are probably rusty from condensation unless the hose connections where plugged tight with screw on ( or in ) plugs . If it still has the snap connectors on it I'd still be leary of it . If you really want to use it take the cylinder off the machine , remove the connectors ( or connector if it's a single acting cylinder ) at the end of the hoses and put both of the hoses in a 5-gallon CLEAN plastic bucket until you can move the rod then put one in a bucket with clean oil in it and work the rod in and out a few times if possible by hand ,use it like a suction pump sucking up clean oil and discharging the old oil into the other bucket . If it won't move by hand ( It'll take alot of muscle ) get a new one , it's froze . If it moves check the condition of the old oil in the bucket in the sunlight . If the rods rusty ( pitted ) replace the cylinder , it'll just start leaking on you . If it's a 8" stroke cylinder , sizes under 3-1/2" are under $100 , alot cheaper than a hydraulic system repair . This is the way we do it where I work when we replace cylinders on the cranes or excavators . If you have the time just hang it up and let it drip or blow it out with an air hose ( low pressure ) 'bout any way you can think of will work , just don't use your wifes vacuum cleaner ;') . My two cents is buy a new one it's a lot easier . Good luck and have fun . Randy-IA

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