Hydro leak after collision 982 IH CC

[drekeweg]

I posted this on another thread before I realized I needed to begin a new thread{?}
Under the topic "Spirol pin question ..982 Rockshaft assembly" I had posted about a collision with a hidden tree stump while plowing, and having done a faceplant into the windshield, and the washer and bridge pin popping off of the lift tube resulting in the tube dropping to the ground at the lift arm end...after replacing the washer and bridge pin , thus re attaching the lift tube, I had only about 1/2-1" of lift..
anyway .my springs failed to tilt and the blade/ assembly..took the full force of the hit...Could the force of the 2 collisions have cracked or damaged the hydro ? I have a huge puddle of fluid under the rear of the 982, and have only a small idea of where or how to start tracking this down., as I am hoping this will solve the lift problem.
It has been way too cold to be out there working the past week or so.(.I cannot stand to wear gloves when working with my hands).

You all know any help or advice is much appreciated

[j4c11]

Having just done my first plowing with the 54" Haban blade, I am really glad I read the manual before doing so. When plowing snow you have to remove two of the springs to allow the plow to trip. I hit an edge on the cement and even with two springs removed it was a bit of a shock - but the blade tripped as it was supposed to. Probably would have gotten thrown over the tractor with all 4 springs.

Have you checked the oil filter?They're real easy to puncture.

[Cub Cadet 123]

First, you may consider purchasing some mechanics gloves. They are like surgical gloves, disposable, and save a lot of fingernail cleanup....although they will not keep your hands that much warmer.

Second, you can remove your trunion cover and look over your hydrostat to see if you can readily see a wet place where it might be leaking. You can also inspect it from the back to see if you can determine the source of the leak. If the leak is not from the back of the tractor, then it may be your hydraulic lines, so look for any drips from them. As you use your tractor, your hydraulic fluid thins out as it warms up so any loose fitting might be a source of a leak. If you cannot determine the leak from that point, then you will need to remove the fender pan. Use shop towels and a spray bottle filled with soapy water (Dawn has already worked best for me). Spray and wipe clean. Once you have it cleaned up, MAKE SURE THAT YOU HAVE EYE PROTECTION ON, start up the tractor for a moment and CAREFULLY move the tractor forward and backward. Use the hydraulic lift too. It may take a moment or two for the leak to show. Hopefully it is a loose filter or just a loose fitting.

Cub Cadet 123

[IHCadetCollector]

Originally Posted by j4c11

Having just done my first plowing with the 54" Haban blade, I am really glad I read the manual before doing so. When plowing snow you have to remove two of the springs to allow the plow to trip. I hit an edge on the cement and even with two springs removed it was a bit of a shock - but the blade tripped as it was supposed to. Probably would have gotten thrown over the tractor with all 4 springs.

Have you checked the oil filter?They're real easy to puncture.

X2 check hydro lines and oil filter.

[Alvy]

I would check the above stated but also be checking the hydraulic lift cylinder itself and lines/fittings. The impact could have affected numerous components

[Sam Mac]

Another possibility

http://www.onlycubcadets.net/forum/s...ad.php?t=36664

this one had a leak caused because the rear got loose and cracked one of the hydraulic lines. Just thinking maybe the rear moved in the 982.