Hi there - new here and hoping for some knowledge sharing
My current project is restoring a 2008 FEL that I have acquired from work. (it has been badly salt corroded by the product it was moving).
It has been sitting dormant for 5 years and I managed to get the engine running and most of the hydraulics. Apparently all run before it was parked.
I do have a 621B schematic manual but only a 621 service manual...
The unit has had numerous hose issues (ie: corroded - blowing off) Now most repaired for testing
My brake pressure light on the computer and the flashing red light near steering column is indicating brake issues
At the wheels - there is no fluid coming from new hoses, and only some from old lines not replaced.
It seems that there is just no fluid pumping to these wheels.
Have had engine running for many minutes and cannot determine why no fluid when I open up any lines. No brake pedal pressure
I am assuming the brake pump (where is this located) is not functioning - or something else
Before I go stripping pipes and hoses, I would like to get information from those here. I have the standard tools, but can arrange to loan items from service persons in this arena if I really had to!!!!
My questions today is to determine the following
Is the brake pump located on RHS in Engine bay?
Does it get an auxiliary feed from Hydraulic pump to boost it (My schematic book shows it - but I do not understand how it works), so I am assuming it should supply some oil to the wheels?
ANy information or assistance would be appreciated
BTW - I am located in Victoria Australia
Note: - At present the unit is parked some 100m from my shed. If I can get around the brake pressure issue - I was hoping to drive it to the shed to commence the restoration. I was thinking of fooling the unit that brake pressure is good - to drive to shed and commence the strip down/repairs. If anyone here can assist in this option, I would be keen to try
Cheers
O
My current project is restoring a 2008 FEL that I have acquired from work. (it has been badly salt corroded by the product it was moving).
It has been sitting dormant for 5 years and I managed to get the engine running and most of the hydraulics. Apparently all run before it was parked.
I do have a 621B schematic manual but only a 621 service manual...
The unit has had numerous hose issues (ie: corroded - blowing off) Now most repaired for testing
My brake pressure light on the computer and the flashing red light near steering column is indicating brake issues
At the wheels - there is no fluid coming from new hoses, and only some from old lines not replaced.
It seems that there is just no fluid pumping to these wheels.
Have had engine running for many minutes and cannot determine why no fluid when I open up any lines. No brake pedal pressure
I am assuming the brake pump (where is this located) is not functioning - or something else
Before I go stripping pipes and hoses, I would like to get information from those here. I have the standard tools, but can arrange to loan items from service persons in this arena if I really had to!!!!
My questions today is to determine the following
Is the brake pump located on RHS in Engine bay?
Does it get an auxiliary feed from Hydraulic pump to boost it (My schematic book shows it - but I do not understand how it works), so I am assuming it should supply some oil to the wheels?
ANy information or assistance would be appreciated
BTW - I am located in Victoria Australia
Note: - At present the unit is parked some 100m from my shed. If I can get around the brake pressure issue - I was hoping to drive it to the shed to commence the restoration. I was thinking of fooling the unit that brake pressure is good - to drive to shed and commence the strip down/repairs. If anyone here can assist in this option, I would be keen to try
Cheers
O
