L2900 GST Steering hydraulic cylinder removal.

Santa Glenn

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My hydraulic cylinder is leaking. Do I have to remove the radiator to remove it. If so what's the best way to accomplish this?
 

North Idaho Wolfman

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Yes you do.
Drain it and unbolt it?
 
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North Idaho Wolfman

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On and you don't really need to remove it all the way.
You just need to lift it to get the pin out.
But getting it out gives you a lot more room to work.
If you have a FEL on it, pull it off first to get more room too.
 
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I have done quite a few without removal of the radiator. It's not necessary but sure makes it a lot easier! Usually I just loosen up all of the radiator mounting points, leaving the hoses attached, and then lift it high enough and hold it with a block or something under it, so I can get to everything. If the coolant has never been flushed, it'd be wise to just pull the radiator off and run some clean water through it while it's off. Do the same with the engine, then refill with fresh coolant.
 

Santa Glenn

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I have done quite a few without removal of the radiator. It's not necessary but sure makes it a lot easier! Usually I just loosen up all of the radiator mounting points, leaving the hoses attached, and then lift it high enough and hold it with a block or something under it, so I can get to everything. If the coolant has never been flushed, it'd be wise to just pull the radiator off and run some clean water through it while it's off. Do the same with the engine, then refill with fresh coolant.
Thanks. I was hoping I could do something like that. Hoping my hydraulic cylinder can be over hauled. A new one is very pricey.
 

Santa Glenn

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In the event my hydraulic cylinder isn't repairable, does anyone know where to purchase one for less Kubota is asking. (Right at $1500)