Removing the Leaking Hydraulic Hose
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Tractor Down! Can we find the problem..and fix it?
What happens here
A stubborn fitting on the hydraulic hose proved difficult to remove. After soaking it with PB Blaster overnight, a specialized 14-piece SAE Crowfoot wrench set was acquired (from Northern Tool + Equipment) to reach the tight spot. The crowfoot wrench is attached to a socket extension and used to loosen the nut. The leaking hose is then fully removed, revealing a tiny, approximately 1-inch long slit in the protective sleeve that was causing the significant fluid loss.
Goal: Detach and extract the compromised hydraulic hose
Tools and materials
- 14-piece SAE Crowfoot Wrench Set Clutch — Loosening hydraulic fittings in tight spaces
- PB Blaster PB Blaster — Loosening rusted or stubborn hydraulic fittings
- Socket Extension — Extending the reach of the crowfoot wrench