Hydraulic Hose replacement

[Old Line State]

I am a part owner in a 18 year old MTD log splitter and I think it still has the original hydraulic hoses. How long does a hydraulic hose last? Is there be any signs to look for that would tell me it is time to replace? Thanks.

 

[sunfish]

If the hoses look good and are not leaking, they are OK.

 

[Circle B MN]

Weather checking, splits it the rubber, abrasions causing the steel threads to show, obvious leaks, bulges......any of those would be signs of a hose past it's prime. As stated, if it looks good run it. If in doubt, take it off and run it to the nearest NAPA or the likes and have them make you up a new one. Not very expensive by any means.

 

[Old Line State]

Parts

I never thought about going to NAPA for the hose. MTD wants over $50 for one of the hoses. What about other parts such as 781-0350 Adjustable Gib & 750-0750 Spacer 1/2in. I.D. x .86in. Lg. ? MTD want $9.50 and $3.85 plus shipping.

 

[Circle B MN]

I had a 20' 3/4" hose made yesterday for the rollback...cost $60 out the door.

 

[steveman12]

Hydraulic hoses should last at least a few years, if not more. If properly stored, your hydraulic hose can last more than 7 years. Here's a quick article I found about storing hydraulic hose lines.

 

[olyman]

you can get hoses made,, at nearly all tractor dealers and tractor repair shops...

 

[ChoppyChoppy]

Few?

I've run equipment that is 60+ years old with original hydraulic hoses.

I'd be upset to not get at least 25 years out of a hose.

Hydraulic hoses should last at least a few years, if not more. If properly stored, your hydraulic hose can last more than 7 years. Here's a quick article I found about storing hydraulic hose lines.

 

[user 122190]

I agree. Even minimal care should have hoses running a long long time. I see splitters left out all summer long, and those will no doubt wear fast.

Splitters are a PITA to move by hand, so I can understand why some people are negligent in moving them. I plan to move mine with my John Deere lawn tractor, and leave it attached while splitting, so there will be no reason to not drive it back to its storage location.

Few?

I've run equipment that is 60+ years old with original hydraulic hoses.

I'd be upset to not get at least 25 years out of a hose.

 

[dave_dj1]

You can buy various lengths and sizes of pre made hoses at TSC for a song. Around here the (Not A Part Available) and other shops think they are made of gold.

 

[cantoo]

dave, that used to be the case here too but now all TSC wants to sell is horse crap, dog and cat food and cheap tools. Everything else they have is over priced. Hydraulic fittings almost double in price recently. Princess Auto is better but some stores don't have much variety of fittings.

 

[dave_dj1]

I know this is a little off topic but a friend and I took a ride to a decent sized hydraulic shop in NY the other day. We needed new seals and such for his ditier log splitter, I had taken it apart and took the end with us. We got the 4" O ring, the 4" backer, the wiper seal and the internal seal for a whopping $16.20. It was worth the 1 hr and 10 minute drive each way. I had to build a tool to install the internal seal (I watched a youtube video and happen to see the tool) It made the job much easier, in fact I'm not sure I could have done it without it. Moral of the story is that things don't have to cost a ton if you know where to shop.

 

[cantoo]

Yup but you also have to be able to fix stuff too.
TSC coupler set $47.99
Princess Auto Hydroworks coupler $19.99 and they actually go on sale once in awhile.
https://www.princessauto.com/en/detail/1-2-in-nptf-coupler-body-and-tip/A-p8595977e

 

[dave_dj1]

Definitely pays to shop around.

 

[cantoo]

I didn't want to give you a heart attack so I never posted the price they want for flat face couplers now. I buy tons of buckets and usually give the flat face couplers to my nephews who run skid steers. I run pioneer ends.

 

[ChoppyChoppy]

Last set I bought was $340. Broke them off the Bobcat.