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Forum: Engines and Propulsion Systems 22-07-2017, 09:36
Replies: 17
Views: 2,598
Posted By S/V Alchemy
Re: ATF change on hydraulic transmission: is there a better way?

I will have to investigate if the ATF I'm using is suitable for PTFE tape I would usually use for this. But I still like the idea of tapping the existing plug instead of replacing it entirely.
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Forum: Engines and Propulsion Systems 21-07-2017, 09:58
Replies: 17
Views: 2,598
Posted By S/V Alchemy
Re: ATF change on hydraulic transmission: is there a better way?

Thanks for the kind offer, but I believe I could manage that and I have the right lathe. It's an interesting idea and 1/4" NPT is quite doable. Gives me the best of both worlds, really, and leaves...
Forum: Engines and Propulsion Systems 20-07-2017, 10:14
Replies: 17
Views: 2,598
Posted By S/V Alchemy
Re: ATF change on hydraulic transmission: is there a better way?

You've clearly thought this through. I assume you have no leaks from any of the plumbing and have used the right thread sealer for oil and ATF?

Thanks to all for your thoughtful answers. I like to...
Forum: Engines and Propulsion Systems 20-07-2017, 10:12
Replies: 17
Views: 2,598
Posted By S/V Alchemy
Re: ATF change on hydraulic transmission: is there a better way?

That's possible (see above) but I'm reluctant to do that here. Prior to tapping the common transmission/block pump of my old Atomic 4, which sat at the maximum 15 degree angle, I used to drain the...
Forum: Engines and Propulsion Systems 20-07-2017, 10:09
Replies: 17
Views: 2,598
Posted By S/V Alchemy
Re: ATF change on hydraulic transmission: is there a better way?

The gravity drain is actually all too possible. Works really well and is clearly at the low point in the housing. The issue is that the hydraulic innards are pretty closely packed in there, and I...
Forum: Engines and Propulsion Systems 20-07-2017, 10:06
Replies: 17
Views: 2,598
Posted By S/V Alchemy
Re: ATF change on hydraulic transmission: is there a better way?

Thanks for that link! It will come in handy. To answer your question, yes, it is likely a metric thread and does feature an O-ring. Of course I have a 21 mm socket but not a 22 mm!
Forum: Engines and Propulsion Systems 19-07-2017, 09:33
Replies: 17
Views: 2,598
Posted By S/V Alchemy
ATF change on hydraulic transmission: is there a better way?

Having passed the "breaking in" period of my Beta 60, it was time to do the initial transmission fluid and filter change. It's a Hurth ZF25A hydraulic transmission which with I am quite pleased to...
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