Ford 1900 Hydraulics issue

   / Ford 1900 Hydraulics issue #1  

SnowedIn

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New Hartford, NY
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Simplicity Legacy XL, Ford 1900
Hi Guys,

I recently bought a 1981 Ford 1900. The power steering and three point hitch were not working; the seller said most likely a clogged screen. So I drained the hydraulic oil. It looked terrible. Milky light brown in color, it reminded me of Thanksgiving gravy. I pulled the hydraulic screen and it was certainly dirty/clogged. I cleaned it thoroughly with diesel fuel. Prior to reinstalling it, I took a rag and with a few fingers wiped inside the cavity where the screen goes. It is basically the area where the differential and other drive gear stuff is. I was able to mop up some very thick black oil-like substance. Is this indicative of some bigger problem? Is it possible that some engine oil is seeping into the crankcase? Before I reassemble everything and pour $150 worth of hydraulic fluid (type 134) into it, maybe I need to do some further work. Any suggestions? I hope the hydraulic pump isn't shot. I was told it was replaced 4 years ago.

I know it has been a while since I last posted, but I sure enjoy all the info here.

Thanks much.

Cap
 
   / Ford 1900 Hydraulics issue #2  
I would dump in 5 gallons of diesel fuel and rock the tractor back and forth with out starting it to get it to slosh around good,
then dump that see what it looks like.
 
   / Ford 1900 Hydraulics issue
  • Thread Starter
#3  
LouNy,
I took your advice and got the sludge out. I reinstalled the screen and bingo!! The hydraulics work perfectly. Thanks much.
Cap
 
   / Ford 1900 Hydraulics issue #4  
Your welcome, good luck with the tractor.
 

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