How I Repaired A Hydraulic Jack.

[@christ6671]

Thanks!

[@AJRestoration]

Thank you Chris buddy, I really appreciate it!

[@SamMabasa]

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[@edwinmohlala-b8z]

This is useless how can you make video with silence 😢

[@ΜΙΧΑΛΗΣΖΕΥΓΩΛΗΣ]

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[@faustinocano673]

You got it 😄

[@eileenheitman4351]

No ego driven drivel, no stupid music......just the sounds of tools against surfaces. Outstanding. I’m going to fix mine. Thanks. Dave in Omaha

[@JUNEBUGLLC]

Without that stuff then there no video

[@JUNEBUGLLC]

Also no cussing = fake video

[@SuperKranf]

perfect video, no mindless talk, only explicit visual explanation, and I'm going to give my bottle jack a try at restoring it. Bought an 8 ton for 8$. It has no oil and I have nothing to lose, but some time. Thank you for taking the time to explain the process so clearly.

[@simoncox6184]

Great little video, no excessive talking no daft music. Just good information. Well done. Now time to go fix my car jack lol

[@AJRestoration]

Glad you enjoyed it, and good luck!

[@teacheme]

Brilliant idea using a vice to loosen the large top nut. Must remember that trick.

[@AJRestoration]

Works a charm!

[@vincentchaza8111]

Gives more leverage too

[@relquo]

It's amazing, I repaired my 16 tonne jack to watch your video, now it is perfectly working. Thanks buddy 😁

[@lulamilenyamazana7342]

With that 2 vices technique for opening up the big nut you just earned yourself my respect, a like and my subscription. Congratulations Sir

[@johntimmins4845]

I'd use that monkey wrench hanging on the tool board

[@48retrop]

I have used a long handled pipe wrench or a big assed Crescent wrench.

[@joshstewart2131]

Repaired a manual hydraulic ram that operates the reverse of this (pumping pulls the ram in) but everything was nearly identical to this jack. Honestly amazed at how similar all the components of the pump were to this. I followed along with what you did here and everything worked a treat. Great video!

[@jeffreykbevins7116]

Thanks for the video, I have an old big hydraulic jack, that my dad bought numerous years before I was born and I just turned 59 a couple of weeks ago and it needs to be fixed . So after watching you rebuild this one, I am going to try to fix my old jack, just mainly because it was my dad's and it being that old . I have 4 more newer jacks, one of them is only about 4 years old and the other 3 are about 20 years old . 🤗👍💫

[@xredman002]

how did it go?

[@dominicgama3362]

Note to self and others : When in storage, never lay these jacks on their side - they leak! My brand new jack leaked into the sparewheel well over the course of a few months. Thanks to you I managed to save it by a top up bleed. Thank you!!!

[@MacPhuck]

I think this might be the best repair video I've ever seen, including pre internet era.

[@AJRestoration]

Thank you very much!

[@highlander7326]

Love the quite ,no annoying music thank you

[@AJRestoration]

My pleasure!

[@andyjones9386]

You're right! Stupid, annoying music has ruined many videos.I don't understand why people think that they just have to put music on a video.

[@AnonymousDave]

Me too these type of videos with just the sounds of the process are the most captivating, btw do you have to strip it down this far to repair it?

[@rupertoruiz8652]

That's what I call a good teacher, no words needed

[@davidschwartz5127]

Yes, that for us visual learners, it's the best for me too.😃

[@normpowell3566]

I really appreciate the closeness of the camera. I can actually see what your doing. Thank-you. I also appreciate you getting right on subject, meaning I didn't have to listen to a long speech about safety glasses, shoes, gloves, etc.(I know all that stuff)

[@marianbrutaru4372]

8 Go ä Soll hv z

[@froberts120046969]

Great video with full detail. Thank you. What I'd like to know is where can someone get a O-ring kit for bottle jacks?

[@peter7624]

Just done this to my motorcycle lift jack. The piston rod had rusted and rust had got in and polluted the oil. I thought the seal might be gone, but once cleaned and refilled with new hydraulic oil it was fine. Wish I'd watched your video first!

[@JerryDoe]

Tip: you can replace hydraulic oil using mineral or synthetic 15w40 ! They have the same specifications and are less aggressive on the seals. I'm an engineer in hydraulics and we often replace hydraulic oil with 15w40 because it is less harmful to nature.

[@AJRestoration]

Oh wow, I wish I knew this before. Thank you, Jerry!

[@user-du7pe6pm7d]

well -- depending on how much one is used - hydro oil has much more antishear and antifoaming agents - and would flow much easier it is said - and why would not a good 30 weight oil be as good if using oil - - a small pump does not need a flow rate additive - nor does it need a more expensive oil - if lazy people would change the oil more often - they could use anything - diesel fuel will even work - if it had additives - it could last forever - just a thought - they were selling replacement oil at harbor freight for a dollar - now Im sure it is 2 dollars -- ahahahahaha - i have a lot of old jacks - 50 tons even - did not know hydro oil was worse than the others for nature - must be some of the additives - cause oil is oil - and most studies on syns have not had enough studies - only that they last longer so they are better - we use less over time - oil company's are the only ones really doing the studies - and they are of course all LIARS -- ahahahaha --- paying trillions to cover up their facts and mistakes - even plastics - beings they are made from petroleum are said to cause cancer - hemp is said to be the best oil on the market - and with additives - they too can last years even --- the oil company's have paid tons to keep it off the market - even though it causes no harm to the environment --- but anyway -- ahahahahaha

[@JerryDoe]

@@user-du7pe6pm7d foaming is not an issue as hydraulic tanks are pressurized before feeding the hydraulic pumps, antishear also isn't an issue especially with synthetic oil because hydraulic pumps use butterfly valves to generate pressure and they are made from brass, hydraulic cylinders use seals they never touch metal to metal. We actually found that replacing hydraulic oil with 15w40 was much softer on the insides of the hydraulic hoses, they often started to peel from the inside as the hydraulic oil was eating them away. Nonetheless we switched to Castrol biobar duo environmental rules in many countries (I do maintenance for marine excavators the BA1100 in particular but also a liebherr 995 and the liebherr 994 is now replaced with an Hitachi)

[@miman-ck9jv]

Will 15 w40 or mineral oil work on a snow plow ?

[@JerryDoe]

@@miman-ck9jv for hydraulics ? yes

[@darrelschulte6214]

I have at 15-20 hydraulic jacks that need that done to them. Good information. Thank you

[@kar0ee0m]

THE BEST VIDEO EVER ON DISASSEMBLE AND FIXING AND MENTAINANCE OF CAN HYDROLIC JACK!! THANK YOU SO SO MUCH!!

[@AJRestoration]

Thanks for watching!

[@JohnTaylor-jk9qm]

Well worth the time spent watching this video I’ve got a couple under the work bench that I’m gonna have a look at this weekend thanks buddy

[@jorgrodeutscher223]

Thanks for leaving that beauty it's dignity. And not sandblasting it glossy or replacing the sign.

[@BrilliantDesignOnline]

Well done, it was as if I was watching myself rebuild it; I have never done it and have one waiting out in the shop. Thank you.

[@nickvelluzzi]

finally a real repair that was comprehensive without the BS. thank you!!

[@leenelson8524]

Good to see you got the most mileage out of that rag

[@mitchellchaffin5382]

if you go to a hard ware store make sure you buy the correct o rings they make metric and standard and don't over fill the oil great video

[@general5104]

EXCELLENT. I love the idea of using a loose bench vice for the large nut on top. I definitely will add that little trick to my "mental tool-box" !!! Very good demonstration ! When you went back and bled the filler hole of air, THAT'S what I haven't done! I subbed. Bill, from Tn. 🇺🇸

[@ytlas3]

Interesting. Our late 60's vintage Sears Craftsman 1.5T floor jack (Made in Japan) has a thick rubber bushing near the base of the main shaft. It got destroyed years ago when my dad loaned the floor jack to a neighbor who tried to lift one side of his Kenworth tractor trailer. About ten years ago I managed to find a seller in Belmont Shores , CA who sold repair kits for various types of hydraulic jacks. I guess the moral of my story is, if you treasure your tools and equipment, don't loan them out because people won't respect them and destroy them, or they will and try to keep them.

[@rogerclark9285]

Is that seller still in business and do you have a name for him?

[@ytlas3]

It's been about ten years since I ordered the kit from him. I remember his business was at his home in Belmont Shores, CA. I remember his location because it took about ten working days to get the parts to me, just 12 miles away.

[@beargardenroad5469]

Never thought of the up side down vise trick , that’s what I call “ thinking out of the box “ .

[@herbertd.fischer2789]

Had one of the best oldest hydraulic bottle jacks probably there ever was & I can't begin to count the number big Tractor tired & truck tires it lifted After I know 35 yrs probably it started leaking around the seal very little paint was left on it & at the time I just wanted to go buy a new one for my Dad & we turned nthe old one into a door stop After a half dozen uses of the new bottle jack I regretted ever buying it but Computers were just getting started & I didn't know about researching for parts then .

[@Austeration]

Great job. Might try this out on one of my old jacks. Thanks for sharing.

[@imanenigma3348]

Nice vid. Got to be honest though, it looked like it was just low on oil. Maybe it would have kept leaking over time but who knows. Interesting to see how they come apart.

[@AJRestoration]

The main seal was leaking a little, a quick fix would be to add oil, but I wanted to see what it looks like inside haha

[@michaelnjoroge5616]

Where.iwillget, jack, spare

[@skeetermcswagger0U812]

The real tricky part is rebuilding the Jack handle.😄

[@oldschoolman1444]

Well now I know what the inside of a jack looks like I won't have to take it apart, I'll just add oil if it leaks a little. =)

[@cllistings5914]

Great pictorial but these things are so cheap nowadays it’s not worth the time to do this.

[@erinwhittier4232]

ASMR for mechanics. This soothed the soul getting ready to rebuild my 8 ton engine hoist jack :•) thanks very much

[@raymondpomfret4214]

Ive got a ten ton jack ,I'll have a go at that now ,cheers pal for the vid

[@AJRestoration]

Good luck with the jack! I hope this helped.

[@richardparker679]

Thanks, helped me rebuild my Harry Moss hydraulic jack. Good editing makes it clear to follow.

[@AJRestoration]

Glad it helped buddy! Thank you for the feedback!

[@thiggy1249]

It is incredible that your repair worked, even though you failed to strip; off the paint, polish and nickel plate the various exterior components!!😗

[@be2739]

Thank you, much appreciated! I’ve got a leaky hydraulic jack need to be repaired.

[@ralphpomm4943]

I have a small collection of the older Jack's from the 70,s. You can't beat the old Walker Jack's and also an old sears jack all made in USA. I personally do not trust the made in China Jack's for they are poorly made. So don't discard Grandpa's old jack lol. Thank you for sharing this video 👍

[@AJRestoration]

I am glad you liked the video, I agree, I also don't really trust most things that comes from china, especially if its something that can kill you.

[@robertotoledo1910]

Very interesting, I never knew and I always wondered so I appreciate for Sharing with us👌👍

[@innocentchalwe9907]

Ok that's cool

[@CliffsideStables]

Thanks for the great close up video shots! Tim in northern TN

[@Dede1944-d3j]

Very nicely done. But I think I will just put mine back to where it was 😅😅

[@AJRestoration]

Haha I hope your still works, it probably does haha. These things rarely fail.

[@Dede1944-d3j]

@@AJRestoration unfortunately it can only lift halfway and doesn't hold when under load.

[@FunnySurpriseToys]

Nice video dear friend! 👌Have a happy weekend! 😊👍4

[@AJRestoration]

Thank you! Cheers!

[@jesusmartines151]

Solo comento que la prueba que hizo, comprobando que la pieza estaa averiada no tenía el fluído pór lo tanto sin él no funcionaría ni nueva q' sea.

[@jdsingh8189]

Excellent video ,now i am able to repair my all jacks in my workshop.

[@AJRestoration]

That is great to know! Thank you very much!

[@erminmurillo7105]

Thank you sir for uploading this kind of video .

[@dougjohnson8250]

A great instructional video. The only thing you didn't do is find the original handle with the proper tip to open and close the jack valve and check to see if the extension on the top of the jack was stuck since it was acidentally left in the back of the pickup in a rain storm for about 2 weeks. Great job.

[@andymiller5611]

Excellent video and a nice change to leave the jack in its current external condition! Great work as always, dude! 🍻🤘💜

[@AJRestoration]

Thanks Andy! It is a little refreshing to see something in its current state that works a charm. 👍

[@skeetermcswagger0U812]

If a hydraulic jack will work without without oil in it will more than likely work with oil in it. 99.9% of people would have just filled it with oil and gotten it to operate and been fine with a little seepage here and there. If I find a hydraulic Jack like this that will still operate I usually drain all the oil out and replace it with ATF and about a tbl spoon of Sea Foam and Marvel Mystery Oil. Usually any leaks that exist go away shortly after several uses. It was interesting to see how it comes apart but I couldn't imagine you could find the seals for even if it needed them.

[@simonilett998]

To fill it correctly, the jack should be standing upright, and fill oil up until it trickles out of the fill hole. After pumping it right the way up then releasing it all the way down, vent the air from the fill plug with the jack in the upright position, then top up to fill hole again. The way you filled it could be over or underfilled. Since you had the jack laying downhill when you showed venting the air, any air bubbles would've still been stuck at the bottom end of the jack with no way to get up to the fill plug🤣

[@johnwilliams8918]

Unless he knew the exact amount that that Jack required, and put that amount in. I guess the manufacturer would have that info. Just saying.

[@simonilett998]

@@johnwilliams8918 Sure, that's a possibility, but highly unlikely. Even then manufacturer knowing a certain volume is unlikley, they would fill them to the plug hole, pump to bleed air and top up, then box it up ready for sale.

[@kiphenricksen6029]

But it worked didn't it? I find it amazing how many pro level technicians watch these videos! Without them who would tell everyone that they were doing it all wrong... Even if it works fine after the repair... There is always an unsung hero, to extend an olive branch, and tell whomever they can, how it was done all wrong, and that if they would have done it like YOU... IT would be better... Except YOU, never made a video about it... Instead you just criticize the one you seen? Wouldn't it be funny if YOU made a video and some " gentleman critiqued everything you tried to share? Wouldn't that be something?

[@simonilett998]

@@kiphenricksen6029 Or, perhaps leaving a comment on the correct procedure isn't to critique the video maker at all, but instead they might actually learn something they weren't aware of? The comment from someone experienced may also simply be shared to inform the inexperienced person that watched the video how to do it the correct way, and might actually help them avoid unknowingly trusting the shown procedure in a video that may contain misinformation, or a slightly questionable method that may result in a less than ideal outcome. You're welcome to watch as many of my videos as you like, and please critique as many as you can (since I have actually made videos myself too, but as yet I don't remember being critiqued by 'some gentlemen' as you mentioned) I would treat any critique as constructive and perhaps benefit from it. I've only posted around 60+ so far, so maybe that critique will come one day, but perhaps you might learn something from one of them, perhaps you will not 🤷🤧

[@johnwilliams8918]

That's the nature of Americans. We criticize each other to death and leave no stone unturned. It's hard but that's why Americans have always had the best. That's how great leaders are made, they have to wade through all of that incessant bombardment on their way to the top. I think that's changing though.

[@robertmailhos8159]

That jack was jacked up but it is in working order for you fixed it yeah buddy 😎

[@AJRestoration]

You got that right!

[@robertmailhos8159]

@@AJRestoration yeah buddy 😎 . some of the people would say Chuck the one that is broken and buy a new one . You on other hand take a broken one of those and fix it saving the money 💵 to use for other stuff

[@AJRestoration]

I hate throwing things in the trash if it could be fixed or restored. That is why the metal recycling yard is my playground haha

[@ateniindayelsa3160]

Nice content very inspiring and motivational have fun in the Philippines

[@vlaramconnamory]

thank you so very i never knew how to before now know how fix a floor jack now.🤔

[@roquetiro5769]

Salamat ... may idea nako pag ayo sa jack..

[@andrewnichols1240]

Oh this video is primed n in depth way way over my capabilities. Your very good but I'd have to pass n pay for a new one. Time is very limited in my week.

[@AJRestoration]

Sorry to hear that, yes this is a rather time consuming process. In that case buying a new one is the better option, they are really cheap to buy new most of the time.

[@takischaros8469]

Congratulations.. regards from Athens Greece..

[@jokekelleey2071]

It's probably just slow and oil put some stop leak in there too it's good for the rubber seals

[@billmadle1235]

I enjoyed watching the video.interesting n such precise workmanship.that’s how ide do it if I knew .rebuild the entire thing n clean it etc.great job.

[@kennethperian4370]

Thanks for showing the video,have a good one see ya bye.

[@AJRestoration]

Thanks, you too!

[@hunterriley9904]

Wow great job 👏👏

[@AJRestoration]

Thank you! 😊

[@arunavabanerjee1315]

Nice restoration

[@AJRestoration]

Thank you!

[@4277BOYCE]

Would it be possible to do a video on a floor with rollers? Sure would appreciate it very much. Thanks Buddy! You're the best !

[@danilo1740]

Very professional in explaining in video.

[@AJRestoration]

Glad it was helpful!

[@abnad2827]

Good video,👍👍👍where did you buy the seals? Thank you in advance.

[@nurmaybooba]

very interesting! I learn new things all the time from you.

[@AJRestoration]

Glad to hear it!

[@aldrinlaura9660]

nice tutorial.for overahuling jack

[@tommyboy71]

Very nicely done.

[@ravenrock541]

The Vice Wrench is genius

[@adesolasorunke4531]

You saved me money, thank you.❤️❤️❤️🙏🏽

[@AJRestoration]

Glad it helped!

[@elyflores4759]

Cool video. Ngayon alam ko na. God Bless boy

[@hlaokaboutfightiganimalstun]

အထူးကျေးဇူးတော်ပါဆရာ..❤❤❤❤❤❤❤😊😊😊..။။

[@southern_merican]

tune in next week !!!¡!!!!¡

[@mspeir]

I like your vice grips! 😳🤣👍👍

[@AJRestoration]

Hahahaha they work a charm!

[@danielborth7753]

Great job using some basic tools but I don't know how you get the seals for this maybe you can get a brand new jack for a couple dollars more

[@repairrestore3293]

good work! maybe you can build a suitable attachment on the handle. then you don't always need extra pliers to loosen it. I did the same with my jack :)

[@AJRestoration]

Thanks for the tip! I can give that a try.

[@rztrzt]

The handle is usually a metal pipe with a small pin through the end that fits the release bolt so you can twist it open and close.

[@pat4life]

Thank you very much I have three to fix

[@restaurandocoisasvelhas]

Very good friend. Hugs from Brazil.

[@buildingsalvage]

The vice wrench was great lmao

[@hosseinhayati9820]

Thank y ou for sharing :) Did you also change the main "piston rod" O-ring?

[@AJRestoration]

The main seal was still in good shap, no replacement was needed.

[@ooigfgnnkhjjnc]

Nice. Then it falls while under the truck. Time for a new jack.

[@AmazingThings685]

Good Restoration man

[@AJRestoration]

Thank you very much!

[@bartonrobinett3790]

I see where the O rings came from but there were two special seals, one at the bottom of the body cylinder and one on the piston. Were they replaced? Where did you get them?

[@charlesgreenwood3865]

Well done an thanks for teaching this old one something new an useful yakoke

[@AJRestoration]

Glad you enjoyed it

[@bradleykaiser6738]

he sure likes pumping on that little shaft.

[@miguelangelahualli4562]

Para hacer este trabajo ...se hace completo ...!! Se desenrosca la camisa del cilindro abajo de la misma lleva una arandela de cobre y una bombilla que sirve de anti retroceso del aceite !! Cambiar esa bombilla es lo que hace que el cilindro no baje cuando está haciendo fuerza !! Las herramientas usadas no son las ideales para este trabajo ,Desde argentina un saludo por su tutorial !! 👍

[@hishamchohan494]

Hi, nice work ,you can use air pressured hot-water to clean the parts . Hydraulic oil as 32 VG or ATF fluid works

[@user-du7pe6pm7d]

yu would never want to use water on mechanical moving parts from inside - yu could use vinegar - it cleans rust very well -- but would have to clean it off well with gas anyway - water is kryptonite to metal - especially if it moves -

[@hishamchohan494]

@@user-du7pe6pm7d good morning,this is simple machine ,I've used pressure washer ,with hot water then air pressure it ,to remove leftover water drops,then used lubricated it with WD-40 spray or hydraulic fluid also

[@user-du7pe6pm7d]

@@tandemwings4733 - huh - after many dozen times with different thinks - I have found gas to clean the best - with a part cleaning brush if applicable - then diesel to oil - but to each their own ! - water is not good for metal - nor can air get all water out before rust starts - it would take many many minutes to blow all the water out to the point of not a good thing -

[@michaelmappin4425]

I can't believe I watched that whole thing. I don't even own a bottle jack. 🤣🤣🤣 Still quite satisfying.

[@PeterJewell2]

I know! I do have a bottle jack. It doesn't stay up! But I have no intention of fixing it myself as I don't think I would trust my repair. (Fixed many other things, but very wary with anything safety-critical.) Think I just watched this to see what was inside...

[@juukogeorge4359]

Thanks for teaching.

[@whocares0692]

Very nice restoration. Thanks

[@AJRestoration]

Thank you too!

[@firecomradio5379]

The new maintenance standard for out of warranty Harbor Freight jacks. :}

[@rottiejakeluke]

Great to watch this video.a couple of questions: how can I know what rings are needed, is there a way to order a kit? How can I tell what kit is needed/ are kits sold by what the tonnage of the jack is? I have 10 ton bottle jack that can operate with the manual lever, but will not operate with the air assist. Do you have any thoughts as to what me be the problem? Do you have any videos showing this type of repair? Thank you.

[@AJRestoration]

I have a O-ring kit that had the required sizes, The main shaft seal should be available at most hydraulic specialist companies. If the jack has a readable model number you should be able to find parts on amazon or ebay. I have a local company that specializes in parts for hydraulics, so I usually just take the jack to them and they can custom make parts if needed. I have not worked on a air assist jack before unfortunately, it could be a blocked passage. Best is to figure out how to disassemble the jack without damaging it, and clean the passages.

[@rottiejakeluke]

@@AJRestoration thank you for the reply. I may try to take it apart and see if there’s something I can see.

[@opinion4246]

Very outstanding work.thanks.👍

[@sunnymoono7708]

❤❤❤ great video I tell you ❤❤❤I have learnt a lot 🎉🎉🎉 now where to get those sills😮

[@vincentchaza8111]

You should help us by making these types of videos available indefinitely once downloaded.

[@heresjohnny888]

The Rebuild part seems straightforward, its obtaining the seals and "O" rings that I can see are the most difficult. Getting a rebuild kit for a 'offshore" hydraulic jack is almost impossible!

[@JAYJAYJAY53]

My thoughts exactly. And buying a name brand for a few uses . But I have a HB floor jack getting tired that I would like to find seals for.

[@JAYJAYJAY53]

@@tandemwings4733 so do i buy an oring kit or take it apart measure and go from there ?

[@Mklach]

GREAT VIDEO, I HAVE LEARNT ALOT

[@AJRestoration]

Glad it was helpful!

[@brucekellett2269]

Gee that cleaning solvent worked good

[@bobbyward8712]

I think I would buy a New One...

[@AJRestoration]

In most cases I would agree, but buying anew one is not always an option.

[@williamgarcia5199]

Tester needed to set load settings 1.5 ton etc on right side screw.😊

[@jameshutchins3396]

Excellent video

[@AJRestoration]

Thank you very much!

[@davidnazario6646]

Nice job 👍

[@AJRestoration]

Thank you! Cheers!

[@melvis2017]

Thanks allot for saving me monney and thanks for sharing with us this video appreciations for the good job simple and easy 🇩🇰👍👌

[@AJRestoration]

Most welcome 😊

[@razorboyXVII]

Nice repair, AJ! 🔧

[@AJRestoration]

Thanks! 👍

[@nicub.1595]

Big like for nice job 👍👍👍👍

[@PaulBickram]

When you got the spares to do the work it can b done