Put in general as this is not really equipment specific, but we have a problem! Need to repack tilt cylinder on a 9K fork. Not usually a big deal but one pin, of course a rear, is super frozen! These pins are just straight pins with a small notch where a keeper is bolted to the side. Super simple design. On the others I was able to drive them inward to break them free, then pull them back out without too much issue.
However, one is very frozen. Even with a 20# sledge and pipe, that pin is not moving! It is a very tight space where running a torch is concerning. At least 3 hydro hoses basically sit against the back of the pin.
Just looking for ideas? Something maybe I have not considered? I was thinking about a custom puller but I think this will take considerable force to move it.
Likely all of this is from a lifetime of zero grease.
However, one is very frozen. Even with a 20# sledge and pipe, that pin is not moving! It is a very tight space where running a torch is concerning. At least 3 hydro hoses basically sit against the back of the pin.
Just looking for ideas? Something maybe I have not considered? I was thinking about a custom puller but I think this will take considerable force to move it.
Likely all of this is from a lifetime of zero grease.