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Are porta power rams fairly universal??

erty67

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Bought a used Porter Ferguson porta power this weekend, then realized the ram leaks like crazy due to damage. I dont have the money to buy a new PF ram, so I'm wondering if a common china made replacement will get me by for now. Doesnt anyone know if they are fairly universal or any recommended replacement? Or do i re-sell as parts and go visit the local HF for a new kit??[emoji53]

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I remember the boss running out to buy a specific sized ram for our enerpac pump at Princess Auto (Canadian Harbour Freight) and it didn't fit. Lesson learned!
 

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They are just hydraulic cylinders the couplings may be different but can be changed. Go to your granberries or parker store. (or any hydraulic line shop.)
 
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They are just hydraulic cylinders the couplings may be different but can be changed. Go to your granberries or parker store. (or any hydraulic line shop.)


This is what I found out, also... Coupler threads may appear the same, but were not interchangeable.
 

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You might try taking it apart and looking for a new seal for it. Check around you might get seals for less than $10. The China porta power cylinders do not use standard seals. I tried 4 different full service hydraulic repair places and none could match it.
 
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erty67

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Yea, I'm going to mess with this one. If i can't fix it, I'll probably part out the kit. Thanks for the replies.

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