Author Topic: Hydraulic Fitting (Read 1078 times)

Stephen1 · « **Reply #20 on:** June 06, 2023, 08:40:07 AM »

It is a great reference book. I'll keep that download for sure.
I now know , don't use teflon tape or pipe dope.

PoginyHill · « **Reply #21 on:** June 06, 2023, 09:48:30 AM »

You will need pipe dope for any NPT connections. Just make sure it's compatible with hydraulic oil.

Corley5 · « **Reply #22 on:** June 06, 2023, 12:16:09 PM »

I've never needed to use sealant on any NPT fittings.

PoginyHill · « **Reply #23 on:** June 06, 2023, 12:40:53 PM »

Hmmm. Interesting. I may have to give "au naturel" a try.

Corley5 · « **Reply #24 on:** June 06, 2023, 12:43:17 PM »

NPTF is used in hydraulic and fuel systems. The F stands for fuel. NPTF doesn't require sealant like NPT but they are compatible otherwise. The same but different

Stephen1 · « **Reply #25 on:** June 06, 2023, 03:57:00 PM »

I picked up my chrome bar for my forks from Greg at the Hydraulic shop. Great guy always gives me a break and spends time to talk to me. He has helped me with my old 93 LT40 and my bobcat a few times. He just put on a 20,000 sq ft addition and the boys are still working on equipment outside they are so busy.
I chatted about the leak and the 1st thing he says, it's a bobcat right? Yes. Bring it in Steve, they are famous for breaking that fitting when you bump them to hard.

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