I searched around a little but didn't really find a whole lot on this here.
I have a skid steer that calls for 10w-30 engine oil for the hydraulic system. I am going to change all 15 gallons and I think I would like to go to a hydraulic fluid instead of the 10w 30. I understand that 10-30 will "do the job" but I can't see why a less expensive hydraulic fluid won't also do the job and maybe provide some benefit with regard to moisture.
For example: Mobil tractor hydraulic fluid says "Outstanding replacement for engine oils recommended for hydraulic and transmission systems" However, the Mobil THF says replacement for GL-4 or 80W. Which may be too heavy weight ?
Can someone make a recommendation for a Hydraulic fluid to replace the 10w 30 ? Brand or not is fine (I can select my own brand).
Would I be looking for an ISO 100? ISO 32? in between ?
Thank you
I have a skid steer that calls for 10w-30 engine oil for the hydraulic system. I am going to change all 15 gallons and I think I would like to go to a hydraulic fluid instead of the 10w 30. I understand that 10-30 will "do the job" but I can't see why a less expensive hydraulic fluid won't also do the job and maybe provide some benefit with regard to moisture.
For example: Mobil tractor hydraulic fluid says "Outstanding replacement for engine oils recommended for hydraulic and transmission systems" However, the Mobil THF says replacement for GL-4 or 80W. Which may be too heavy weight ?
Can someone make a recommendation for a Hydraulic fluid to replace the 10w 30 ? Brand or not is fine (I can select my own brand).
Would I be looking for an ISO 100? ISO 32? in between ?
Thank you