IH 340 U hydraulic system

Posted by Ed Bush on September 06, 2001 at 19:28:45 from (64.12.101.153):

I have a IH 340U with loader - that is in fair shape. The unit was not operated to any degree for a number of years and I imagine service was not done with any frequency. The tractor runs well, does not burn oil, etc.. and I am attempting to service the hydraulic system - and am somewhat dangerous. :o

The filter was pretty nasty - with the wire mesh screen filter covered with small bits of metal (ouch) - but the fluid seemed to be free of particulate matter - so the screen did it's job - the fiber filter was somewhat swollen and 'fell apart' upon removal. The actual fuild was 'milky white' (does that mean it is contaminated with water?) -

Should drain and replace all of the fuild? - and if I do drain the fluid should I flush the system with a solvent to remove any junk or water?

also - where does one find a hydraulic fluid filter - IH # 388080 R93 (168)? and how much should I expect to spend?

and - what other words of wisdom might 'u' have to share regarding this beast...

thanks in advance..
egb 9/6/01

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