I just located the fill hole on my 20+ year old Sears 2 ton jack (with 3 screws on the top and one on the side of the bottle #3 Philips) that I got from a neighbor when he moved. It was left in the up position and stored outside like that for years. I cleaned, greased and painted it. Then I got tired of the stuttering on the way down and the fact that it was several inches of max height. My jack was not as bad as what you showed off and I just added 0W20 synthetic motor oil to whatever oil is in the jack. Bleeding was super simple and I just lifted the front of a dodge minivan with not problem and jack now reaches max height. Watched several videos but this was the only one that got the job done. Big thanks for such a wonderful video.
Thanks for the video, very useful. I got SAE 5 and SAE 10 hydraulic oils for forks and 80W gear oil. Which could be better for a 4000 lbs hydraulic floor jack?
I got the oil filler plug out, but can't get it back in. I have tried everything I could think of. The jack is an MVP ProLift 365 that's about 25 years old, with light use. Any Ideas? Do they sell replacement filler plugs?
Where did the air go in your bleeding process? Do you not have to remove the filling cap, after extending the piston all the way out, in order for air to escape?
You are right. Just read the manual how to remove air from cylinders: Pumping with a opened release valve for some minutes... then open the plug a little bit with screwdriver and you hear the air coming out.
The slavic enligsh dialect made me like this video 👌but thanks, easter'n people are some of the last true fixers that fix things instead of Just buying New.. 🙌 On ukraine u can get repaired bbs rims thats Worth over $3000 new for $700
Thank you, this video is very helpful. Perhaps you can add some speech during the kersosene flushing (@5:30) using the release valve. Also, please talk more about the technique for inserting/removing those snap washers. I found those snap washers to be the only difficult part of assembly/disassembly. They kept flying off all over the garage as I was trying to install them. I am still not aware of specific snap ring pliers... will def have to look into those. also def want to find same size replacements for the snap washers, for in case the originals get broken or lost!!! {{{ Update: I found snap clip pliers!!! }}} Thanks again for the effort to post the video!!!
wonderful video. however, i can advise people to wash inside the mechanism not with kerosene, but with hydrolic oil. Kerosene would make rubber orings swollen and cracked. wonderful tutorial anyway.
Yes but just flushing it a couple of times with new oil will ensure you don’t leave kerosene in the jack when it’s refilled. But add some AT205 while you’re there to save the seals.
I really need to find me some snap ring pliers... those were a real bitch to get on with regular pliers and flathead!!!! plus, I need to find same size replacements for in case i break or lose those originals...
I have a jack exactly like the one in your video. I wish I had watch the video first, before removing the screw to the right of the lift arm. Below that screw is a very stiff spring. I'm having trouble compressing the spring enough to get the threads started. What is the best way to get that screw/plug back in there?
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I just located the fill hole on my 20+ year old Sears 2 ton jack (with 3 screws on the top and one on the side of the bottle #3 Philips) that I got from a neighbor when he moved. It was left in the up position and stored outside like that for years. I cleaned, greased and painted it. Then I got tired of the stuttering on the way down and the fact that it was several inches of max height. My jack was not as bad as what you showed off and I just added 0W20 synthetic motor oil to whatever oil is in the jack. Bleeding was super simple and I just lifted the front of a dodge minivan with not problem and jack now reaches max height. Watched several videos but this was the only one that got the job done. Big thanks for such a wonderful video.
a fantastic tutorial. I have a jack that is only a couple of years old but recently stopped working. With this guide tomorrow I will rebuild it!
finaly someone shows how much oil needed to refill, thank you!
Simple, clear and good filming. Thank you very much!
I have a jack that recently stopped working. With this guide I will rebuild it today! Thanks for sharing.
Best video I've seen so far. Thank you for this knowledgeable and detailed video
Thank you. You saved my 3.5ton jack from the garbage bin.
very informative. thanks for the video. I've accidently fillup oil via another small nut with warning cap on it before watching this video.
Best video on the topic so far 👌
I have an identical Jack I bought from Kmart 40+ years ago. I will follow this procedure. Thanks.
I like your accent. Только не "джеар ойл", а "гиэр ойл". Гуд джаб!
However i would recomend only hydrolic oil, these respond better to rubber seals and temperature
Thanks! I completely agree with you
Thanks for a great video! That will be my next project
Thanks for the video, very useful. I got SAE 5 and SAE 10 hydraulic oils for forks and 80W gear oil. Which could be better for a 4000 lbs hydraulic floor jack?
Usa aceite hidraúlico 68, es lo que le pongo a cilindros para prensa hidraúlica.
I got the oil filler plug out, but can't get it back in. I have tried everything I could think of. The jack is an MVP ProLift 365 that's about 25 years old, with light use. Any Ideas? Do they sell replacement filler plugs?
Thank you simple and very helpful video
Favorite part was the plastic bottle full of gasoline lol great video BTW
I'm from Vietnam, nice to know you're passionate about mechanics 👍👍 let's share experiences together🤝
Thanks a lot! I'm glad to hear it!
Where did the air go in your bleeding process? Do you not have to remove the filling cap, after extending the piston all the way out, in order for air to escape?
I thought that . If not released surely it'll be in there still ?
You are right. Just read the manual how to remove air from cylinders: Pumping with a opened release valve for some minutes... then open the plug a little bit with screwdriver and you hear the air coming out.
how come american company never made this pump jackfloor...
i have one orange pump jackfloor and put 2 handles on the both side...
much help alot
The slavic enligsh dialect made me like this video 👌but thanks, easter'n people are some of the last true fixers that fix things instead of Just buying New.. 🙌
On ukraine u can get repaired bbs rims thats Worth over $3000 new for $700
Thanks a lot for the comment! Yes, that is right. Life compels. We use our brains and do a lot with our own hands.
how can it bleed without an exit point for the air?
It only has the fill hole which is also not under pressure, so as long as it is right side up it’s fine.
How many oil do I need to 2 ton floor jack??
Bravo! very nice and useful video!
Thank you very much for your rating!
Thank you for this video. 👍
Thank you, this video is very helpful. Perhaps you can add some speech during the kersosene flushing (@5:30) using the release valve. Also, please talk more about the technique for inserting/removing those snap washers. I found those snap washers to be the only difficult part of assembly/disassembly. They kept flying off all over the garage as I was trying to install them. I am still not aware of specific snap ring pliers... will def have to look into those. also def want to find same size replacements for the snap washers, for in case the originals get broken or lost!!! {{{ Update: I found snap clip pliers!!! }}} Thanks again for the effort to post the video!!!
Thanks a lot! Yes, these pliers are worth it!
There is an extra tool for these snap washers. 😉
Circlip pliers,common where I am👍😎
Thank you & thumps up. But I would always prefer hydraulic oil, bc there is obviously a reason it exists 😉😁👍👍👍
wonderful video. however, i can advise people to wash inside the mechanism not with kerosene, but with hydrolic oil. Kerosene would make rubber orings swollen and cracked. wonderful tutorial anyway.
Kerosene does not effect rubber seals. That's why so many use it to clean motorcycle chains.
Yes but just flushing it a couple of times with new oil will ensure you don’t leave kerosene in the jack when it’s refilled. But add some AT205 while you’re there to save the seals.
Very helpful, Thank you! Spasiba! Grazie!
Thanks great job 👍
This helps a lot, thank you!!
Thanks for the feedback!
Hi its very nice video . Thanks
Top man, just done it, all working now thanks for your help :) Just saved me £70 for a new jack A+++
Great Video Thank You
What oil do you put in? Is it m-oil or jack oil?
Jack oil
thanks for the upload.
Most likely you'll never have to do this unless its a very old jack and or cheaply made one..
Using snap ring pliers to remove those washers with tiny holes at the ends is useful.
I really need to find me some snap ring pliers... those were a real bitch to get on with regular pliers and flathead!!!! plus, I need to find same size replacements for in case i break or lose those originals...
Thanks a lot! I completely agree!
Circlip pliers where I come from
I lost my oil fill cap What can i replace it with.
Nice video . Can you tell us where we can get the sringe that you used ? It appears to work with all petroleums .... nice ! Thank you
yeah, i too want to have in-hand that syringe and tubing solution, looks really clean and useful
You can use a regular medical syringe and tubes from a dropper
@@helpfromthegarage1677 Thx!
I have a jack exactly like the one in your video. I wish I had watch the video first, before removing the screw to the right of the lift arm. Below that screw is a very stiff spring. I'm having trouble compressing the spring enough to get the threads started. What is the best way to get that screw/plug back in there?
I have that same question
Did you ever get it figured out I started the exact same project today I took it all apart and I’m wondering how I could get that spring back on
Thanks welll done !.I have the same jack.
You are ze best.
Floor jack oil replacement unintentional ASMR.
Never use gasoline...NEVER....
Thanks for sharing 🙏👍
Thank you so much!
Dedication..wow
Nice, thanks
Never use anything except for hydraulic oil!!!!... that is if you value your life
👍 good oil diagram 👍
Thanks!
Thank you.
Oil O-Rings and seals are not compattable with gasoline.
Thanks 🤝👍
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