hydraulic hoses

[GeneralSnafu]

I think you may have hit on it. I loaded them up with Kroil tonight and will see what happens tomorrow. It appears that the collars are within the mounting block where it would be impossible to get ahold of them by hand. I will try the quick push and pull method suggested. If that fails, I suppose I could try pushing on the collar with a screwdriver or the like. I'll let you all know how it goes.

 

[RYCO PSYCHO]

I have been selling hydraulic hose assemblies for over 15 years. There is a shelf life the manufacturer suggests for hose, approximately 7 years. Having crimped ends on a hose and using it when needed is NOT an issue. There is no degradation of the hose if it sits on a shelf while crimped...

 

[GeneralSnafu]

What do those hoses actually go to, the loader?

Release the pressure on the hoses, grab the hose close to the fitting then push in and pull back out quickly.

Those hoses feed two cylinders that control a Top & Tilt setup, mostly for grading.