Hydraulic components (was Re: [AT] (no subject)

[Mike Sloane]

charlie hill wrote:
> Richard,
> 
> Use black iron or stainless steel fittings.  Don't use galvanized unless 
> you have to.
I think it is a matter of strength - galvanized pieces aren't made of 
high strength materials and should only be used on the low pressure side 
of the line. Don't use bronze/brass either for high pressure, but OK for 
return line.

Mike

>  I can't remember the reason right now but there is some 
> sort of problem with galvanized fittings and oil/fuel lines.  Maybe 
> someone else knows or can refute what I've said.
> 
> Charlie

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