Cruisers Forum
Main Forum => General Discussion => Topic started by: ge_montana on May 09, 2012, 04:10:42 pm
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Two of my HWH jacks need a little coaxing before the come into play.
I think they need lubrication, but where and with what.
Greg
2551 '09
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I'll check my manual and reply again later, but I believe the jacks are not supposed to be lubricated.
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All the manual shows is to check the oil level at least every 2 years. "All 4 jacks should be completely retracted to horizontal position. Oil reservoir is part ogf the pump/manifold assembly. The oil level is checked and filled through the breather cap. The oil level should be within one inch of the top of the reservoir. Most breather caps have a dipstick." It also notes HWH Specialty Hydraulic Oil is recommended, but Dexron automatic transmission fluid can be used. Do not use brake fluid or hydraulic jack fluid--damages the seals. It says if the jacks are dirty with caked on mud, they should be washed. Also, just found this: "The jack rods should not be wiped and do not need to be oiled or sprayed with anything."
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I replaced all four acuators and sill had a problem not going down. At Quartzsite the HWH rep was there and he " learned " how to work the system. Mine don't come down all the same time. If one rear starts down it may contact the ground then the other side will start down. As far as lubing he used a dry spray white lub and did all four on the pivot points.