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Originally Posted by Cub Cadet 123
Ok. The early gear drives have a transmission drain plug, which makes changing fluid easy, so why were the hydros not built with a similar drain plug? 
I un bolted one of my lines to drain my hydro and after re-assembly, it leaks. I have re-tightened it and wondered if I could/should use teflon tape to stop the leak or how/why it is leaking. Any assistance is appreciated. Thanks in advance for your suggestions/comments.
Cub Cadet 123 |
I am cautious when using teflon tape.
Many people think it is a fluid sealant, it is a friction reducer!!
The teflon tape allows you to easily tighten threads with less torque, great for black steel/iron pipe and fittings with tapered threads.
The tape can easily allow the user to tighten hydraulic fittings so tight, the threads become damaged.
Also, since it reduces friction, it allows the assembly to vibrate loose easily!!
My teflon tape stays in the toolbox, except for tapered pipe threads.
As for why it is leaking, I would look for a scratch or a cracked tube/fitting.
Typically, hydraulic leaks require a new fitting. Another possibility is misalignment during assembly.