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Cylinder Teardown — Shop Floor

Technician inspecting a large hydraulic cylinder on the lift stand. CAT equipment in the background, full shop view.

CAT Cylinder Repair

CAT forklift cylinder removed and staged for rebuild. American flag on the shop wall.

Before & After — Chrome Rod Rebuild

Two cylinder rods side by side: worn and pitted rod (left) vs. freshly re-chromed mirror-finish rod (right).

Before & After — Clevis End Detail

Close-up comparison of worn clevis end vs. freshly machined and chromed replacement. Mirror-finish chrome visible.

Before & After — Full Cylinder Comparison

Original worn cylinder (left) next to the freshly rebuilt replacement (right). Complete rod and barrel overhaul.

Thread Inspection — Cylinder Rod

Precision thread gauge inspection on a cylinder rod end during the rebuild process.

CNC Lathe — Cylinder Component Machining

CNC lathe turning a cylinder component to precise tolerances. Metal shavings visible from the cutting operation.

Agricultural Equipment — Hydraulic System

Compact track loader hydraulic system with hoses, fittings, and valve block. Full hose replacement job.

Agricultural Equipment — Hose Routing

Hydraulic hose routing on a compact track loader. All hoses routed, clamped, and pressure-tested.

Agricultural Equipment — Valve Block

Valve block and hydraulic manifold on compact track loader after hose replacement.

Agricultural Equipment — Final Check

Final inspection of hydraulic system on compact track loader before return to service.

Cylinder Repair — Disassembly

Hydraulic cylinder disassembly in progress on the shop floor.

Cylinder Repair — Inspection

Internal cylinder inspection after disassembly, checking bore condition and seal surfaces.

Cylinder Repair — Component Layout

Cylinder components laid out for inspection and measurement before rebuild.

Cylinder Repair — Seal Replacement

New seal kit installed during cylinder rebuild. All seals replaced to OEM specifications.

Shop Work — Cylinder on Stand

Large hydraulic cylinder staged on the repair stand for inspection and rebuild.

Shop Work — Cylinder Assembly

Cylinder assembly in progress on the shop floor.

Industrial Hydraulic Power Unit

Large industrial hydraulic power unit with custom plumbing and valve manifold. Custom fabrication job.

Cylinder Repair — Rod Work

Hydraulic cylinder rod being prepared for re-chroming and reassembly.

Cylinder Repair — Barrel Inspection

Cylinder barrel interior inspection after honing. Checking bore finish and dimensions.

Cylinder Repair — End Cap

Cylinder end cap and gland nut during reassembly. New seals and wiper rings installed.

Cylinder Repair — Reassembly

Cylinder reassembly in progress. All components cleaned, inspected, and ready for final assembly.

Cylinder Repair — Pressure Test

Cylinder undergoing pressure test after rebuild. Tested to rated working pressure.

Cylinder Repair — Complete

Rebuilt cylinder ready for return to service. Painted, tested, and certified.

Shop Overview — Mercury Hydraulics

The Mercury Hydraulics shop floor. Full machine shop capabilities including lathe, press, and fabrication equipment.

John Deere 310G — On the Lift

John Deere 310G backhoe raised on the heavy-equipment lift for steering cylinder access. Full undercarriage exposed.

John Deere 310G — Technician Under Lift

Mercury Hydraulics technician (David Gordon) inspecting the steering cylinder and axle assembly from below the raised backhoe.

John Deere 310G — Steering Cylinder Close-Up

Close-up of the steering cylinder and tie rod assembly on the John Deere 310G. Cylinder rod and end fittings visible.

John Deere 310G — Undercarriage View

Wide undercarriage view of the John Deere 310G on the lift. Steering linkage, axle, and hydraulic lines all visible.

Falcon Jet GSE — Job Photo 1

Ground support equipment hydraulic repair performed for Falcon Jet at Melbourne International Airport, Space Coast, FL.

Falcon Jet GSE — Job Photo 2

GSE hydraulic component inspection and repair for Falcon Jet. Mercury Hydraulics provides AOG rush service for aviation ground support equipment.

Falcon Jet GSE — Job Photo 3

Hydraulic system repair on Falcon Jet ground support equipment. Full documentation provided for aviation maintenance records.

Falcon Jet GSE — Job Photo 4

GSE hydraulic repair in progress for Falcon Jet. Mercury Hydraulics — trusted aviation GSE hydraulic repair, Melbourne FL.

Falcon Jet GSE — Job Photo 5

Aviation ground support equipment hydraulic repair. Precision workmanship backed by 1-year warranty.

Falcon Jet GSE — Job Photo 6

GSE hydraulic component during repair process for Falcon Jet. Mercury Hydraulics services all major GSE brands.

Falcon Jet GSE — Job Photo 7

Hydraulic repair on aviation ground support equipment for Falcon Jet. Same-day turnaround available for AOG situations.

Falcon Jet GSE — Job Photo 8

GSE hydraulic system repair for Falcon Jet. Mercury Hydraulics provides full aviation documentation with every repair.

Falcon Jet GSE — Job Photo 9

Aviation GSE hydraulic repair at Mercury Hydraulics. Trusted by Falcon Jet and Space Coast aviation operators.

Falcon Jet GSE — Job Photo 10

Ground support equipment hydraulic repair for Falcon Jet. 40+ years of precision hydraulic expertise.

Falcon Jet GSE — Job Photo 11

GSE hydraulic component repair for Falcon Jet. Mercury Hydraulics — Melbourne, FL. AOG rush service available.

Falcon Jet GSE — Job Photo 12

Final inspection of GSE hydraulic repair for Falcon Jet. Every repair backed by 1-year workmanship warranty.

Pullmaster M12 — As Received

Pullmaster M12 winch arrives at Mercury Hydraulics after failing off the coast of the Bahamas. Heavy saltwater corrosion throughout.

Pullmaster M12 — Initial Inspection

Assessing the extent of corrosion and internal damage before teardown begins.

Pullmaster M12 — Motor Removal

Hydraulic motor removed from the winch body as disassembly begins.

Pullmaster M12 — Disassembly

Systematic teardown of the winch body to access internal components.

Pullmaster M12 — Internal Components

Internal components removed and laid out for inspection and measurement.

Pullmaster M12 — Component Inspection

Detailed inspection of all internal components for wear, corrosion, and damage.

Pullmaster M12 — Brake Pack & Planetary Gear Face

Brake pack and planetary gear assembly face exposed, showing internal gear teeth and brake disc stack.

Pullmaster M12 — Gear Inspection

Close inspection of planetary gear teeth for wear patterns and damage.

Pullmaster M12 — Planetary Gear Set Exposed

Planetary gear set fully exposed with alignment marks visible. Ready for inspection and rebuild.

Pullmaster M12 — Gear Measurement

Measuring wear on planetary gears and sun gear to determine serviceability.

Pullmaster M12 — Brake Components

Brake assembly components laid out for inspection and replacement of worn friction discs.

Pullmaster M12 — New Seals Installed

New marine-grade seals and O-rings installed throughout the assembly.

Pullmaster M12 — Reassembly

Reassembly in progress with precision torque applied to all fasteners per manufacturer spec.

Pullmaster M12 — Final Assembly

Winch body fully rebuilt and ready for pressure testing.

Pullmaster M12 — Pressure Test

Pressure test underway, verifying all seals and internal components under rated load.

Pullmaster M12 — Complete

Pullmaster M12 fully overhauled and ready to return to the vessel. Same-day turnaround from Friday morning drop-off.