[AT] OT, MTD log splitter hydraulic cylinder repair?

[Steve W.]

That looks like a ring retained end cap.  Look for a hole or notch with
a wire in the bottom. You would pull the end of the wire out of the hole
and rotate the cap while pulling it out. Then it comes apart. It could
also be retained by a step inside the bore. In that event the other end
of the cylinder comes apart and you pull the piston/rod and end cap out
that end. That isn't all that common so it probably is ring retained.

Do you have a service manual for it? if not find the model number and
serial number and go to
http://manuals.mtdproducts.com/mtd/public/list.jsp
and enter it. some of the books are online and free while others you
have to call and order. Prices run from 3.00 - 35.00 depending on what
the book is.


Steve Williams

----- Original Message ----- 
From: "Howard Fleming" <hfleming at moosebird.net>
To: <at at lists.antique-tractor.com>
Sent: Thursday, May 12, 2005 7:49 AM
Subject: RE: [AT] OT, MTD log splitter hydraulic cylinder repair?


> Hi Ivan,
>
> The end that is leaking has an o-ring or similar seal in it, but I do
> not know how to get it off (unscrew?), and if the parts are available
> (MTD only shows a replacement cylinder, not a rebuild kit for it).
>
> Pictures of the end of the cylinder are at:
> http://www.moosebird.net/images/hyd-cylinder.jpg
> http://www.moosebird.net/images/cyl-end.jpg
>
> We had to weld a new pipe fitting on the end of the cylinder (long
> story), which is why it is leaking now (hoped that it would not, but
> worth trying it....:o).
>
> If I can not repair this cylinder, the Surplus Center is my first
> choice.  Just not sure if I can use a 2500 psi cylinder, or need a
3000
> psi cylinder for the machine.  No markings on the hyd pump to indicate
> the mfg or model of the it to get the ratings from.
>
> Thanks,
> Howard
>
>
> On 8 May 2005 at 10:23, ivan wrote:
>
> > Howard , I'm not familiar with that particular machine . But ,
> > depending on how the cylinder is built ,most are repairable.  If the
end
> > where its leaking is welded , it is possible to weld them again . If
its
> > a bolt together type then parts can be matched up at your local hyd
shop
> > .
> >  Or just buy a new cylinder from someone else .  My personal
peference
> >  is
> > Surplus Center. 1 800 488 3407 and ask for tech support  , or just
shop
> > online . Ivan www.surpluscenter.com ----- 
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