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Hydraulic fluid for mid rise lift
So I just bought a mid rise lift. It needs a gallon of hydraulic fluid. What should I use and where can I get it? Can I just buy a gallons worth of brake fluid?
Thanks!
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10-13-2008, 06:34 AM
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my local parts store has it in gallon containers.
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10-13-2008, 06:49 AM
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Do not use brake fluid! I have the fluid spec for my lift written the the fluid tank, if nobody comes through with the info during the workday.
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10-13-2008, 06:50 AM
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Pretty sure my BendPak midrise lift called for simply ATF. Dexron III I believe. I have been using it several times a week for a couple years now with no problems.
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10-13-2008, 07:03 AM
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BK911 - send me a PM and I will get you some at no charge...
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10-13-2008, 07:31 AM
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Actually, ATF or even engine oil will work fine. I would say half of the Cats you see digging holes use engine oil as hydraulic fluid.
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10-13-2008, 07:32 AM
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Thanks guys. The instructions simply say a quality hydraulic fluid. None of the local FLAPS had anything but brake fluid.
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10-13-2008, 08:23 AM
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