[6thElement]

A neighbor just reported our plow is leaking fluid from the hydraulic reservoir for the plow controls. I'm hoping it's just a loose hose connector but haven't checked myself yet.

What would be a good sealant or easy way to seal the reservoir if it does have a small crack/hole? We just use ATF in there, nothing fancy.

@HardtailHack I'll buy you a beer if you pop over and fix it

 

[Westy]

Ideally weld it I think you are looking for less-assed solutions.

Various epoxies are resistant to oils and such but you would need to get it perfectly clean to apply. I'd scuff with some 100 grit sandpaper, go nuts with brake cleaner then use an epoxy putty.

 

[Jm_]

Gorilla tape

 

[Nick]

use an additive to the fluid to swell the seals. you'll have to research what is appropriate for the fluid, but I'd bet there is something out there from Bar's, etc.

https://barsleaks.com/product/hydraulic-seal-h60/

 

[SkaredShtles]

Gorilla tape

But the residue!

 

[Jm_]

But the residue!

Wrap the residue in gorilla tape.

 

[SkaredShtles]

Wrap the residue in gorilla tape.

 

[kidwoo]

that's not an endorsement for a hydraulic system

I just thought you should see that logo

 

[StiHacka]

that's not an endorsement for a hydraulic system

I just thought you should see that logo

Where can I order one online? Asking for a friend.

 

[junkyard]

Gasgacinch is the shit I use it all the time. But I’m you case I would try remover it, cleaning with gasoline then jb weld. If that’s what’s needed.

 

[Adventurous]

Buy a jug of ATF and keep feeding the beast.

 

[sunringlerider]

I would clean it first. And try to locate where it is actually leaking. I would bet a loose fitting or a bad o-ring. The likely hood of that valve block being cracked is pretty low imo.

 

[Fool]

Thoughts and prayers are supposed to work for keeping red fluid from leaking out of children, have you tried that

 

[Pesqueeb]

If it's not leaking, it means you're out.

 

[canadmos]

Is it actually leaking or did someone top up the system and over flow it?

 

[Full Trucker]

Have you tried it nao?