If you’ve spent any time working with hydraulic heavy equipment, you’ve probably discovered the dark secret of the industry: parts. Getting parts for your hydraulic equipment is not quite as easy as running down to the corner auto parts store. They can be esoteric, expensive, and hard to find. So, how do you identify good-quality hydraulic parts?
Your first stop should always be the OEM dealer for your machinery. They tend to have the widest variety of parts for your equipment, are likely to have them in stock (or at least have reasonable replacement times), and will usually include some type of a warranty on the part in question.
Failing that, you will be entering the world of aftermarket repair parts. As you look for replacement parts from aftermarket vendors, remember that the internet is your friend. Look for vendors with a solid reputation and multiple recommendations. A good replacement/warranty policy should also be a must, just in case something goes wrong.
The last source should be a custom part created by a machine shop specifically for the part you are replacing. This is actually not uncommon, given that some hydraulic parts are almost impossible to find in normal channels. Again, look for shops with great reputations, and ask about their willingness to make modifications or wholesale changes after the creation of your custom replacement part. Flexibility is a must in the world of custom part creation.
Texas Hydrostatics is intimately familiar with the challenges of parts replacement for hydraulic equipment. With skilled technicians, great OEM relationships, excellent turnaround times, and a stellar reputation, Texas Hydrostatics should be your first stop when you are needing to replace that hard-to-locate part for your hydraulic equipment. Contact them today!