Tractorpoint Login

print < Tractorpoint Login

Search for =

Topic

Good explanation. I will get the NH kit and do it myself. Thanks. That is the input I needed for that decision.

Rear remote hydraulics
New Holland Tractors
Replies 26 Post by garray75

I have dismounted and mounted my 7308 FEL numerous times. I would suggest these things.

1. Follow the Op Man step by step. I only say this because it goes pretty much exactly as the book states.

2. Try to have as level a spot as possible. Any slope side to side will cause the FEL arms to slide to one side as they come off. You can push them into position but a level surface is best.

3. I have two posts in the ground to push the bucket against. The FEL will sometimes slide forward as you try to mount it onto the tractor. The posts prevent this.

4. As stated in the previous post, after dismounting the FEL and before disconnecting the hydaulic hoses, turn off the engine and activate the hydraulic control to all positions to release the pressure back to the sump.

5. If you have pressure in the lines when re-connecting the hydraulics, the male hose connector will not seat completely into the female connector mounted on the tracotr. Release the pressure on the line by firmly pushing the small nipple at the end of the male hose connector against the lift arm or other immoveable object. NOTE: A small quantity of hydraulic fluid will 'spit' out. Not a big deal but always protect your eyes. I just turn my head. Also, if the line is pressurized, attempting to force the male hose connector into the female connector can result in a torn o-ring in the female connector with resulting leaking of fluid. Guess how I know.

6. The o-ring in the female connector can be replaced by anyone with reasonably nimble fingers, patience, and determination. The torn o-ring can easily be seen in the connector with a penlight. Note the relative position of the white hard plastic ring (in front of the o-ring as I recall, but look for yourself). Remove the o-ring with any small hook like device (perhaps a bent paperclip). Ace Hardware has an excellent selection of o-rings. Match it for thickness and diameter. I do not know the exact dimensions but if your eyeballs tell you they are the same then they are probably close enough. Push one side of the o-ring into the inner groove from whence it came. Hold it in the groove with a small screwdriver or other device and push the rest of the o-ring into the female connector. It actually goes in rather easily. I have done this twice now and carry o-rings in my tractor tool box. The first time I removed the connector. The second time I did it on the tractor. Not much room to work but doable. The female connector can be dis-assembled. I did this the first time when it was off the tractor but bear in mind that my employment requires this sort of mechanical adventurism. Let your conscience be your guide. All in all, if you cannot get a new o-ring in by yourself, how much worse off are you for having tried?

Hope you find this helpful.

NH 7308 LOADER ON OFF
New Holland Tractors
Replies 11 Post by garray75