Rebuilding a front end loader
Normando
Join Date: Dec 2003 Posts: 30 New Hampshire |
2005-01-24 104855
Well I am not going to be very technical but I’ll do my best to describe my situation. I am rebuilding my FEL for my JD 950. The hydraulic cylinders are showing there age. In other words they are leaking pretty badly. I have been quoted a cost to have each cylinder rebuild for $100 each. Now someone is telling me not to bother with rebuilding because is does last and it is cheaper in the long run to simply replace them.
Just like to hear your thoughts.
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Rebuilding a front end loader
Chief
Join Date: Jul 2003 Posts: 4297 Southwest MiddleTennessee Pics |
2005-01-24 104858
A cylinder repack kit is a hell of a lot cheaper than buying a new cylinder. I would try the repack kit first. You should disassemble the cylinders first to verify that they are servicable. If the plating is deteriorating and flaking off and or severe wear or grooves are present; then I can see going with a new cylinder. ....
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Rebuilding a front end loader
beagle
Join Date: Jan 2004 Posts: 1333 Michigan Pics |
2005-01-25 104873
I agree. If the rods are in good shape and have a smooth plating on them, there is no reason not to rebuild them. Replacing the seals and gaskets is normal service, and should restore any cylinder that is still in good shape. ....
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Rebuilding a front end loader
Normando
Join Date: Dec 2003 Posts: 30 New Hampshire |
2005-01-25 104875
Hey guys thank you! That was kind of how I was leaning until someone told me not to bother.
The plating on the rods is in excellent condition. I’ll rebuild them first and see what happens.
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