Bucket and linkage pins wear quickly without grease. Hydraulic and engine oil samples catch contamination before it damages pumps.
Check final drives after mud work
Seal damage lets water and dirt into final drives. Check level and condition after working in water or mud.
Fluids by compartment.
Confirm the fluid type, grade, and specifications in the excavator maker’s manual before ordering. These examples are not a fitment result for a specific machine.
Hydraulic system
The largest fluid volume on the machine. Match the fluid type and ISO grade, which may change with ambient temperature.
Shop AMSOIL directly with Jeff’s dealer number already attached, or open a business account. AMSOIL handles pricing, checkout, and shipping. If you contact AMSOIL another way, give them dealer number 30734402.
Prefer to talk it through? Email Jeff at [email protected] with your equipment, the fluid now in use, and your approximate volume.
Frequently asked questions
What hydraulic oil does an excavator use?
The fluid type and ISO grade in the machine manual, often an AW or multi-viscosity hydraulic oil in ISO 46.
How often should excavator final drive oil be changed?
At the maker’s interval, commonly in hundreds of hours, and sooner if water or debris is found.
General maintenance information. Always follow the equipment maker’s requirements and the current product data. Product availability, pricing, and account terms are set by AMSOIL.