I'm working on a D2 Cat hydraulic valve. On D2,4 &6 all use the same #44 hydraulic system. It's essentially a tank that holds the hyd fluid with the pump and control valve in the tank. I'm pretty sure I have the problem solved and now need to seal the cover on the tank. This system sets at the front of the machine and is in a vertical position, meaning it's about 8" front to back, 2 ft top to bottom, and 2' wide. I can probably still get the gasket from Cat, but since this machine is 73 years old I am thinking I can come up with a modern gasket product that will seal this think positively and with less trouble then the factory gasket. Something in a tube!!
I'm looking for ideas and opinions on a sealer.
These pictures give an idea of the project. This has a nose piece that was not factory and turns out to be a pain to get to the pump & valve housing. The cover is pretty heavy metal, not like an oil pan for a auto. There are about 30 bolts holding it in place every couple of inches.
I'm looking for ideas and opinions on a sealer.
These pictures give an idea of the project. This has a nose piece that was not factory and turns out to be a pain to get to the pump & valve housing. The cover is pretty heavy metal, not like an oil pan for a auto. There are about 30 bolts holding it in place every couple of inches.
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