Question about Ware Backhoe attachment for OC4

[Ed Miller]

Well I've been looking over my new toy  and I have a question.  Does anyone know where I can find an operator/service/parts manual for the Ware Model 400 backhoe.  The hoses that run to the hoe itself out the boom are very tired looking.  They are split and cracked from all the flexing.  I was looking for the lengths of the hoses so I can order them before I take it apart to replace them.  Also I was looking for information on how to detach the unit from the tractor.  When I take the hose off, I assume the cylinders will relax and the unit might tip so I want to know how to safely support it.

Thanks

Ed

[hotratz]

Ed, Just remove the hoses you want to replace and take them to a local shop that makes up hydraulic hoses. They'll copy what you bring in.
I just did all the hoses on my OC-46. Get a quote from them. These things aren't cheap.

Call Zimmermans for manuals on your attactments.

[Ed Miller]

Steve,

Thanks for the advice.   I called Zimmerman's and they had the backhoe manual - only $15.  He said it had hose lengths, so maybe I can order them online and save a little money.  He also told me they can reline my Spot turn shoes for $40 each.  I'll probably do this to get my steering issues fixed.  Just waiting for a little warmer weather to dig in to in.  

Ed

[Blake Malkamaki]

Some of those hydraulic hoses have removable ends. If yours do, you can just get a roll of hose and put your ends on the new hose.

Blake