Replacing Hydraulic Cylinder Seals - Part 3 - Pulling it all apart

Now that we are able to remove the hydraulic cylinder gland, I need to pull the cylinder apart so I can replace the seals. Once I get into the gland and plunger deals I run into issues. I think its related to the aftermarket seal kit, so I go and order the OEM kit from New Holland. I compare the seal kits that you get form the aftermarket suppliers verses the OEM suppliers.

OEM is definitely a nicer kit and I would recommend just going with OEM from the start if you can. Some hydraulic cylinders are so old that you can't get OEM seal kits for, so in those cases you just have to hope aftermarket will work.

Always try to research your seal kits before you start the tear down of the hydraulic cylinders so you know what you are dealing with. You may also call your local hydraulic shop to see if they have generic seals that will work for your cylinder, especially if its old.