I also had a leak in my 6 point level-up leveling system. The difference for me was that the leak was in multiple places(The hydraulic reservoir, 2 legs, and several fittings) This was due to a low fluid level in the reservoir, which in turn caused low pressure in a high pressure system. To the haters I know this is not a true high pressure hydraulic system as it uses Automatic Transmission Fluid (ATF of Dextron III or Mercon 5.. see manual for exact version) but for this scenario it works in the explanation of the cause. It is fairly difficult to tell when you are low. Here is how I did it. Put your trailer on the hitch and bring up all landing gear along with closing all slides as certain slide systems use hydraulic mechanisms. Then check the fluid level. It should be close to an inch below the fill cap hole. This fixed my issue as I was a quart and a half low. I'm so glad it did as these systems are $$$ to fix. Hope this helps someone. You guys are always helping me with your fix it video's, thanks to all of you that make these videos.
Wow! I had the same leak. I contacted a few hydraulic shops in my area, they all claimed the jack couldn’t be repaired. Spent $500 for a new jack. Part numbers of the two o rings would be awesome.
I don't know the part numbers. Remove the part, take it to your local hydraulic shop and they will give you the new seals. They are very common seals that most shops have in stock
Good for you pal! I am of the same thought, give it a try or 2 before you pay somebody. I have a cracked exhaust manifold on a 8.3 Cummins, they want almost 2 grand to change it out, the complete kit manifold bolts gaskets is $250 so that's a no brainer
Could't wait, I found out the answer to my previous question. If the leak is noticeable on the foot and bottom cap you can leave the hoses attached and not remove the hydraulic from the frame. Take the cap in to a hydraulic shop and they can replaced all the seals for 16.00 and a tip. They do not like giving the seal numbers because seals could change depending on the year changes. It's better to take them the part.
Sorry I hadn't checked this account recently, but now that you mention it, I don't see why you would have to remove the jack from the coach. I had never done this before and I was not sure how the cylinder would come apart.
Thanks for the video. Very informative. It would be nice if you could comment on how many times you used the levelers since the repair and how well it's holding up.
My jack is leaking from the top cover Only a small leak but afraid it’s going to get worse over time Did you pull the top cap If so is it like the bottom cap ? The RV service center said the same thing Not serviceable I have worked on aircraft Landings gear So deep down I know it could be done
Great video. I have same hydraulic jack. Mine is from the top cap. I see you had that off . Was there o ring seals on that one also ? Or a gasket for that one ?
I must apologize for not retrieving part numbers....I took them to my local hydraulic shop and due to covid restrictions I had to wait outside. They came to the parking lot and retrieved them, and returned a short time later with the new ones. He did make comments indicating that they were common parts in the hydraulic field.
To replace the two o-rings, would you say it was necessary to remove the hydraulic from the coach or could it be done in place by removing the bottom portion?
@@avgguyfixingstuff4939 Thanks for the very informative video. I think I would much rather go at it the way you did, on the bench. Doing it in place you run the risk of contamination of seals and/or cylinder/rod. A little more work maybe but I would feel safer about it. Just got the news from my RV shop and they claim that they were told my jack could not be resealed, they suggested I replace all 4. Yeah, right...about $2600 in parts alone. Then your video came along. I'll take a good crack at it. Thanks again. 👍
excellent video - hate to sound like a repeat of past comments, so my question is a little different - do you have o-ring dimensions by any chance? want to preorder - thanks a bunch
If I recall correctly, my system is self bleeding, so all I had to do was fill it back up to the recommended level and cycle the jacks up and down a couple times
I also had a leak in my 6 point level-up leveling system. The difference for me was that the leak was in multiple places(The hydraulic reservoir, 2 legs, and several fittings)
This was due to a low fluid level in the reservoir, which in turn caused low pressure in a high pressure system. To the haters I know this is not a true high pressure hydraulic system as it uses Automatic Transmission Fluid (ATF of Dextron III or Mercon 5.. see manual for exact version) but for this scenario it works in the explanation of the cause.
It is fairly difficult to tell when you are low. Here is how I did it. Put your trailer on the hitch and bring up all landing gear along with closing all slides as certain slide systems use
hydraulic mechanisms. Then check the fluid level. It should be close to an inch below the fill cap hole. This fixed my issue as I was a quart and a half low.
I'm so glad it did as these systems are $$$ to fix. Hope this helps someone. You guys are always helping me with your fix it video's, thanks to all of you that make these videos.
Beautiful solution!! Thank you...mine just started leaking and now I know how to fix it.
Wow! I had the same leak. I contacted a few hydraulic shops in my area, they all claimed the jack couldn’t be repaired. Spent $500 for a new jack. Part numbers of the two o rings would be awesome.
I don't know the part numbers. Remove the part, take it to your local hydraulic shop and they will give you the new seals. They are very common seals that most shops have in stock
I have to change out the orange line and replace it. How do I let the pressure out of the system so it does not squirt all over my driveway.
I’ve replaced 3 jacks so far. I have not replaced a hydraulic line. With all the jacks retracted, there’s little to no pressure in the lines.
Can you give us the part number of the o ring seal you used. What is the model number of your Jack. Is it the Lippert 8000 series? Thanks Kirk
Good for you pal! I am of the same thought, give it a try or 2 before you pay somebody. I have a cracked exhaust manifold on a 8.3 Cummins, they want almost 2 grand to change it out, the complete kit manifold bolts gaskets is $250 so that's a no brainer
Could't wait, I found out the answer to my previous question. If the leak is noticeable on the foot and bottom cap you can leave the hoses attached and not remove the hydraulic from the frame. Take the cap in to a hydraulic shop and they can replaced all the seals for 16.00 and a tip. They do not like giving the seal numbers because seals could change depending on the year changes. It's better to take them the part.
Sorry I hadn't checked this account recently, but now that you mention it, I don't see why you would have to remove the jack from the coach. I had never done this before and I was not sure how the cylinder would come apart.
Thanks for the video. It was very helpful.
Thanks for the video. Very informative. It would be nice if you could comment on how many times you used the levelers since the repair and how well it's holding up.
Hi Tim, I have used the jacks all spring and summer and no leaks whatsoever. Likely extended and retracted over 35x.
My jack is leaking from the top cover
Only a small leak but afraid it’s going to get worse over time
Did you pull the top cap
If so is it like the bottom cap ?
The RV service center said the same thing
Not serviceable
I have worked on aircraft
Landings gear
So deep down I know it could be done
Nicely done, ty.
Great video. I have same hydraulic jack. Mine is from the top cap. I see you had that off . Was there o ring seals on that one also ? Or a gasket for that one ?
Excellent thanks. 👍
I must apologize for not retrieving part numbers....I took them to my local hydraulic shop and due to covid restrictions I had to wait outside. They came to the parking lot and retrieved them, and returned a short time later with the new ones. He did make comments indicating that they were common parts in the hydraulic field.
How do you get the end cap off?!
Great Video. Question? did you have a Torque spec on the bolts?
Thanks
To replace the two o-rings, would you say it was necessary to remove the hydraulic from the coach or could it be done in place by removing the bottom portion?
I don't see why you couldn't do it in place...without removing
@@avgguyfixingstuff4939 Thanks for the very informative video. I think I would much rather go at it the way you did, on the bench. Doing it in place you run the risk of contamination of seals and/or cylinder/rod. A little more work maybe but I would feel safer about it. Just got the news from my RV shop and they claim that they were told my jack could not be resealed, they suggested I replace all 4. Yeah, right...about $2600 in parts alone. Then your video came along. I'll take a good crack at it. Thanks again. 👍
excellent video - hate to sound like a repeat of past comments, so my question is a little different - do you have o-ring dimensions by any chance? want to preorder - thanks a bunch
How did you bleed air out of the hydraulic system after everything was repaired and installed?
If I recall correctly, my system is self bleeding, so all I had to do was fill it back up to the recommended level and cycle the jacks up and down a couple times
O-RINGS type? part#
Seal Part numbers ?
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