Would these Hydraulic cyl. work for CAT. 1 top link?

Von · Nov 18, 2010

I took these hydraulic cyl. off of a Unimog that I am parting out. They were used on a rail unit and would raise and lower the rail wheels. They are 2" diameter with a 10" stroke with a 1" rod with swivel ends that take a 3/4" pin, just like the top link on my Kubota. Would they be too light weight, or would they work for top links? I have four of them and have no use for them. What do you think they are worth? they were working just fine when I took them off last week.

gwdixon · Nov 18, 2010

Don't know why they wouldn't work. You'll need the spool of course. If you already have a rear remote then you are pretty much ready to go. It is worth a try at least. The hoses and fittings may set you back a bit.

It should be fine for a Cat 1 top link but something beefier is needed for Cat 2.

You might try posting on the Hydraulic Forum for those experts to give more (and accurate) feedback.

Leejohn · Nov 19, 2010

What do you want for 1 or 2 of them?

greg_g · Nov 19, 2010

Von said:
used on a rail unit and would raise and lower the rail wheels. They are 2" diameter with a 10" stroke with a 1" rod with swivel ends that take a 3/4" pin,

Another critical dimension to consider is the effective closed length; that is, center to center between each of the 3/4" pin fittings. A little too short isn't a problem with a 10" stroke, cuz I think 8" is pretty standard among Cat 1 toplinks. Too long however, and it's worthless - as a toplink. Measure the closed length of your OE manual toplink as a guide.

//greg//

Von · Nov 19, 2010

They measure just under 19" long closed from pin to pin. As for price make me a offer. I would like to get rid of them, as I said I don't need that many!