I get a lot of questions about troubleshooting hydraulic problems. This one showed up the other day:
“What is the most effective and efficient method to diagnose internal leakage on a hydraulic machine – without the aid of diagnostic tools, such as pressure gauges and flow meters.”
It’s not a bad question. But upon deeper analysis it smacks of ‘silver-bullet’ seeking. The revealing phrases are “most effective and efficient method” and “without the aid of diagnostic tools…”.
It’s human nature to seek maximum gain from minimum effort. Even if it’s not realistic. And since my job here is to entertain as well as inform, I’ll give you my quick ‘n easy, silver bullet answer first:
I’ve developed and patented a special troubleshooting paint.… continue reading »