abbeyroad1124
Plastic
- Joined
- Feb 8, 2021
Top post has the parts list. Procedure and pictures in the comments.
Hydraulic seals from herculesus.com:
I ordered different styles and two of each in case I messed one of them up or changed my mind. I decided on the ones with the "square o-ring" style:
U18-0.75-31B
P187-00.750-312B
U18-0.37-SQB
PB12-112-037-SC
612-112-037
Recharging tools:
1. "High-Pressure Inflating Connection Schrader 1/8 In NPT Male, Manufactured by:Amflo, Toolsource #:106074, Manufacturers Part #:556, Also Known As:AM556"
from
Pegasus Auto Racing Supplies.
2. "JGB Enterprises-A171-1004-0048 JGB-JFlex Hydraulic Hose, 1/4"x4', Male NPT x Male NPT Connection, 1-Wire, 3265 psi, Black"
from
https://www.amazon.com/JGB-JFlex-Hydraulic-Hose-Connection-1-Wire/dp/B0107O99DC
3. Smallest welding Argon/Nitrogen bottle from any welding supply shop. I used Argon.
4. "Legines NPT Reducing Coupling Brass 1/4" Female x 1/8" Female, Hex Reducer Coupler Adapter Pipe Fitting 1200psi (Pack of 2)"
from
https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B07486QJKK
Refilling with oil:
1. Measuring cup
2. Vinyl tube to syphon the oil in/out.
3. Mobile DTE25, ISO 46: https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B071VDRP8Q
Hydraulic hose from DiscountHydraulicHose.com:
R1-04-ASB | 1/4" SAE 100R1AT Hydraulic Hose Assembly
both fittings: MPX-04-04
90 inches total length for 1996 VF-Oe
(You will appreciate the swivel fittings -- these make assembly much easier.)
Manifold block (stainless cube thing):
1. ASHCROFT "Gauge, Pressure, 0 to 1000 psi, 304 SS" Zoro #: G8516444 Mfr #: 251009SW02L1000#
Ashcroft 251009SW02L1000# $81.64 Gauge, Pressure, 0 to 1000 psi, 304 SS | Zoro.com
(Note that this is a 1% accurate gauge. There is no 1% gauge under 2½ inches diameter.)
2. Haas SWITCH, PRESSURE 750 PSI 8975
3. "Fitting UNF 7/16-20 ORB-04 Female to Pipe 1/4� NPT Male Gauge Adapter"
https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B07H6DJ213/
You need to machine the UNF adaptor on a small Lathe as per instructions in the comments.
Blocking the head:
8" charlotte coupling, for example https://www.pvcfittingsonline.com/429-080-8-schedule-40-pvc-coupling.html
Misc Consumables:
1. Loctite 1265769 Pipe Sealant.
2. JB Weld 2-part
3. zip ties
4. cotter pins
5. Permatex 56521 thread seal.
6. 3" hole saw for metal
Hydraulic seals from herculesus.com:
I ordered different styles and two of each in case I messed one of them up or changed my mind. I decided on the ones with the "square o-ring" style:
U18-0.75-31B
P187-00.750-312B
U18-0.37-SQB
PB12-112-037-SC
612-112-037
Recharging tools:
1. "High-Pressure Inflating Connection Schrader 1/8 In NPT Male, Manufactured by:Amflo, Toolsource #:106074, Manufacturers Part #:556, Also Known As:AM556"
from
Pegasus Auto Racing Supplies.
2. "JGB Enterprises-A171-1004-0048 JGB-JFlex Hydraulic Hose, 1/4"x4', Male NPT x Male NPT Connection, 1-Wire, 3265 psi, Black"
from
https://www.amazon.com/JGB-JFlex-Hydraulic-Hose-Connection-1-Wire/dp/B0107O99DC
3. Smallest welding Argon/Nitrogen bottle from any welding supply shop. I used Argon.
4. "Legines NPT Reducing Coupling Brass 1/4" Female x 1/8" Female, Hex Reducer Coupler Adapter Pipe Fitting 1200psi (Pack of 2)"
from
https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B07486QJKK
Refilling with oil:
1. Measuring cup
2. Vinyl tube to syphon the oil in/out.
3. Mobile DTE25, ISO 46: https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B071VDRP8Q
Hydraulic hose from DiscountHydraulicHose.com:
R1-04-ASB | 1/4" SAE 100R1AT Hydraulic Hose Assembly
both fittings: MPX-04-04
90 inches total length for 1996 VF-Oe
(You will appreciate the swivel fittings -- these make assembly much easier.)
Manifold block (stainless cube thing):
1. ASHCROFT "Gauge, Pressure, 0 to 1000 psi, 304 SS" Zoro #: G8516444 Mfr #: 251009SW02L1000#
Ashcroft 251009SW02L1000# $81.64 Gauge, Pressure, 0 to 1000 psi, 304 SS | Zoro.com
(Note that this is a 1% accurate gauge. There is no 1% gauge under 2½ inches diameter.)
2. Haas SWITCH, PRESSURE 750 PSI 8975
3. "Fitting UNF 7/16-20 ORB-04 Female to Pipe 1/4� NPT Male Gauge Adapter"
https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B07H6DJ213/
You need to machine the UNF adaptor on a small Lathe as per instructions in the comments.
Blocking the head:
8" charlotte coupling, for example https://www.pvcfittingsonline.com/429-080-8-schedule-40-pvc-coupling.html
Misc Consumables:
1. Loctite 1265769 Pipe Sealant.
2. JB Weld 2-part
3. zip ties
4. cotter pins
5. Permatex 56521 thread seal.
6. 3" hole saw for metal