hydraulic line readjustement question - L2501

patenaud

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Kubota L2501
Apr 22, 2021
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Hi.

I purchased a skid plate for the hydraulic valve on my new L2501 . The line going to the rear of the tractor dips down below the filter canister. I need to move it up to clear the new skid plate. I've attached a picture to show how the line is at the moment. I've been told that I can slightly loosen the nut, rotate the line up and re-tighten. I was thinking I would mark the nut and make sure I bring it back to its original position.

Is there a specific torque for that nut or is it just tighten and then 1/4 turn (type of thing)?
Assuming I only back it off enough to wiggle the line up do I need to worry about anything? I.E. Will this have any effect on the seal due to backing off and re-tightening?

I know nothing of hydraulics and want to make sure I don't cause the issue I'm trying to avoid by putting on a skid plate in the first place.

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Thank you.

Denis
 

MOOTS

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With tractor off, wiggle joystick all around to relieve any pressure. Loosen fitting, put hose where wanted, tighten. Don't go Hercules on the fitting, they will break.
 
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