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Ryobi Expand-It Attachment Won’t Go On Fix

#ryobi, #ryobiexpand-it, #ryobione+
I show you how I fix my issue with the Ryobi Expand-It attachments not connecting to the power head motor. These expand it tools have been around for a long time and have so many version, but this issue is still around.

If you can’t connect the attachment, you may have this issue.

Some expand-it models:
EXPAND-IT™ HEDGE TRIMMER ATTACHMENT MODEL: #RYHDG88
EXPAND-IT™ 10″ PRUNER ATTACHMENT MODEL: #RYPRN33
EXPAND-IT™ BRUSH CUTTER ATTACHMENT MODEL: #RYBRC77
EXPAND-IT™ EDGER ATTACHMENT MODEL: #RYEDG12
40V EXPAND-IT™ ATTACHMENT CAPABLE POWER HEAD WITH 4.0AH BATTERY & CHARGER MODEL: #RY40226
EXPAND-IT™ JET FAN BLOWER ATTACHMENT MODEL: #RYAXA22
EXPAND-IT™ CULTIVATOR ATTACHMENT MODEL: #RYTIL66
EXPAND-IT™ 15 IN. ARTICULATING HEDGE TRIMMER ATTACHMENT MODEL: #RYAHT99
EXPAND-IT™ SNOW THROWER ATTACHMENT MODEL: #RYSNW00
40V BRUSHLESS ATTACHMENT CAPABLE STRING TRIMMER WITH 3AH BATTERY & CHARGER MODEL: #RY40230
2 CYCLE FULL CRANK STRAIGHT SHAFT STRING TRIMMER MODEL: #RY253SS
40V EXPAND-IT™ ATTACHMENT CAPABLE STRING TRIMMER WITH 4AH BATTERY & CHARGER MODEL: #RY40250
EXPAND-IT™ STRAIGHT SHAFT TRIMMER ATTACHMENT MODEL: #RYSST44
40V BRUSHLESS EXPAND-IT™ ATTACHMENT CAPABLE STRING TRIMMER WITH 4.0AH BATTERY & CHARGER MODEL: #RY40270VNM
EXPAND-IT™ SWEEPER ATTACHMENT MODEL: #RYSWP25
10 AMP ELECTRIC 18 IN. ATTACHMENT CAPABLE STRING TRIMMER MODEL: #RY41135
2 CYCLE FULL CRANK CURVED SHAFT STRING TRIMMER MODEL: #RY252CS
2 CYCLE FULL CRANK POWER HEAD MODEL: #RY251PH
4 CYCLE FULL CRANK STRAIGHT SHAFT STRING TRIMMER MODEL: #RY4CSS

How to Restring the New Ryobi 18 Volt Weedeater

A simple and detailed way to restring the Ryobi One+ 18v Cordless Trimmer. This is the new 18v cordless string trimmer model number P2003. Spool packs on Amazon: https://amzn.to/32GzKSL

#ryobione+, #trimmerrestring, #weedeater, #trimmer, #trimmerline, #restring, #respool, #lawnwork, #tools, #strimmer

This model string trimmer usually comes in a 2 pack with a blower also for around $70. Its a great buy for someone that does not have a huge yard and wants a simple trimmer and blower package.

You can also find it by itself for about $40.

I also show a type of thicker line you can use if you want that will make the line last longer. Hope this video helps. Take Care.

Trimmer Keywords: string trimmer, weed eater, weed whacker, weed whip, line trimmer, brush cutter, whipper snipper, strimmer, weed cutter

Here is some info on the trimmer:
Pick up the perfect addition to your ONE+ Tool collection. This ONE+ String trimmer is lightweight, easy to use and easy to store. This trimmer accepts all RYOBI 18-Volt batteries, so it will work with your lithium-ion or ni-cad batteries. With an automatic-feed string head, trimmer provides a manageable 10 in. cut width. The shaft also rotates to edger mode so you can make quick work of your small lawn care projects. One+ batteries and Chargers sold separately.

Compatible with both ni-cad and li-ion ONE+ batteries
10 in. cut swatch for easy trimming of smaller yards
Shaft rotates for easy edging
Automatic-feed string head for continuous operation
Single line string head with 0.065 in. line for light duty trimming
Ergonomic fixed front handle fits comfortably in your hand for easy operation
Works with RYOBI cordless replacement spools sold separately
3-year warranty for guaranteed performance
90 day return guarantee

Trimmer Keywords: string trimmer, weed eater, weed whacker, weed whip, line trimmer, brush cutter, whipper snipper, strimmer, weed cutter

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Solar Water Pump Pressure Switch Setup

#solarwaterpump, #solarpressureswitch, #solarpump, #solarpowered
Pressure Switch on Amazon: https://amzn.to/3kiBXdP
Water Hose Timer on Amazon: https://amzn.to/2Fz4YTc
I added a pressure switch to our solar water pump in the lake to manage the pump.
We don’t always need it running and this switch has worked great.

Our Homemade Floating Dock using 55 Gallon Plastic Barrels

#floatingdock, #homemadedock, #barreldock, #homemadefloatingdock
This is our floating dock we have been using for 8+ years now. This is the dock hinge I used: https://amzn.to/338MeCZ. Its been working great and only has a few things I would change, which I go over in the video.

Easy Solar Powered Water Pump

#solarwaterpump, #solarpump, #offgridsolar, #cheapsolarpump
We put together an easy and simple solar powered water pump to pump water from our pond / lake up to the high parts of our property. Pump we used: https://amzn.to/3suOsHq

For less than $200 total we now get “free” water from the lake to water all our trees and plants.

Here are the specs on the pump:
Cable: 10 feet (3m)
Voltage: 12V DC – 24V DC
Amps: 4.0 Max
Flow Rate(lph/gph): 360/96 1.6 GPM (6 LPM) Max
Maximum Lift: 230 Feet (70 Meters)
Maximum Submersion: 100 Feet (30 Meters)
Material: High Strength Engineered Plastic
Inlet: 50 Mesh Stainless Steel Screen
Outlet Port: 1/2”(12.7mm) Barbed Fitting
Internal Bypass: 105-110 PSI Max(7.2-7.5BARS)
Motor: Permanent Magnet Thermally Protected
Pump Design: Positive Displacement, 3 Chamber Diaphragm Pump
Package Size: 13.97″x4.33″x5.12″ (355*130*110mm)

Replacing Hydraulic Cylinder Seals – Part 5 – Putting it all together

Now that the mess is all cleared up, I can reassemble the hydraulic cylinder and get the tractor going again. This was a long adventure, but I learned a lot along the way and discovered many tips and tricks to help on my next rebuild.

I have a thing for older tractors and will probably use these skills a lot more in the future. I hope everything I went through helped you also.

Always check for part updates when ordering seal kits and parts for your tractor. So many revisions seem to occur along the way. I blame myself for the part mix-ups, and will be more diligent in the future when doing this kind of work.

Replacing Hydraulic Cylinder Seals – Part 4 – What did I do wrong?

So what did I do wrong? This should not be this hard to do. I talk about seal kits and what to look for if there is issues. OEMs change parts all the time and sometimes you can’t even trust your dealer to get you what you need.

Don’t just take your dealer’s word for it, research it yourself. Luckily New Holland has a decent parts catalog online and allows anyone to dig through it. I went to the New Holland dealer to sort it all out and explain the whole ordeal in this video.

Hydraulic cylinder seals should go in easy. Don’t keep working at a seal that does not want to go in. There is probably something wrong if you have to force your way through the kit.

Learn from my mistakes in this video so you can easily cruise through your next hydraulic cylinder rebuild.

Replacing Hydraulic Cylinder Seals – Part 3 – Pulling it all apart

Now that we are able to remove the hydraulic cylinder gland, I need to pull the cylinder apart so I can replace the seals. Once I get into the gland and plunger deals I run into issues. I think its related to the aftermarket seal kit, so I go and order the OEM kit from New Holland. I compare the seal kits that you get form the aftermarket suppliers verses the OEM suppliers.

OEM is definitely a nicer kit and I would recommend just going with OEM from the start if you can. Some hydraulic cylinders are so old that you can’t get OEM seal kits for, so in those cases you just have to hope aftermarket will work.

Always try to research your seal kits before you start the tear down of the hydraulic cylinders so you know what you are dealing with. You may also call your local hydraulic shop to see if they have generic seals that will work for your cylinder, especially if its old.

Replacing Hydraulic Cylinder Seals – Part 2 – Removing a stuck gland

So in part one I start the process of replacing the seals in my New Holland LB75B loader hydraulic tilt cylinder and run into issues removing the gland. This video I show you how I solved that using the peening method. Using a simple ball peen hammer, I am able to work the retaining wire out. This method was a life saver and is probably the best way to remove a stubborn hydraulic gland.

The peening method should work for all shapes and sizes of hydraulic cylinders. Peening is a common method used in welding and metal work. I hear people using cutting torches to heat up the gland and that can work, but you also risk warping the cylinder tube. You can also use a pipe wrench and a very large cheater bar, but you risk tearing up the gland and beating up the hydraulic cylinder rod. DO NOT HIT THE CYLINDER ROD. That is a big mistake.

The peening method should be all you need to do to remove that frozen up gland. Either locktite was used or you have rust in the gland, but the peening method will get it off.

Here is a post about someone talking about the peening method for gland removal: https://www.heavyequipmentforums.com/threads/hoist-piston-end-cap-removal-question.11396/

Before you lose your mind trying to get a gland off, try this method. Let me know in the comments if this worked for you.

In the next video of this series, I talk about seal kits and how part number changes can give you a read headache.

Replacing Hydraulic Cylinder Seals – Part 1 – Preparing to tear down the cylinder

I am preparing to replace the hydraulic cylinder seals on my New Holland LB75B backhoe loader tractor. The cylinder has been leaking and getting worse by the day and I want to replace the seals myself. People also call this repacking or rebuilding the cylinder. Bringing the cylinder into a dealer or hydraulic shop is going to be anywhere from $500 to $1000 just in labor and I am sure I will need to replace more in the near future.

I purchased the PDF service manual fro the tractor and plan on doing most if not all of the work myself. There are 10+ hydraulic cylinders on this backhoe which counts for a lot of seal kits to replace. Then add the fact I have 4 tractors that will all need this done one day and you have a lot of money invested in cylinder rebuilds.

I also go over the different types of hydraulic cylinders that you will find on a backhoe and what they are named so you can find the seal kits easier when looking online. This tractor is a New Holland and its parts catalog is available online. You can print out your parts and the diagram to help you with your rebuild.

The New Holland LB75B is a pretty popular backhoe in mainstream construction. I bought this one for what I think was a good price to use it strictly on the farm. It has about 4000 hours on it and still runs great. I can expect to add a few more thousand without major issues.