The release valve on the hydraulic ram on my engine hoist has developed a "hair trigger" and is not comfortable (safe) to use. Before I start pulling the release valve apart does anyone have anyone experience with these and know what sort of repairs can be made?
Thank you.

Mark

1956 Mercury M100
1955 Ford Fairlane Club Sedan
Delta, British Columbia

Sounds like it might be a worn needle valve. Most users are prone to over snugging these. I've always kept mine just finger tight.
In any case you need to make a repair that you will feel safe with.

~DJ~ AKA "Bleach"
1956 Ford Fairlane Town Sedan 30K original miles

I pulled the release valve and this one has steel ball that seals the release valve, not a needle valve. I put some ARP lube on the threads and now it releases more predictably, although I haven't experimented with a Y block hanging from the end.

Thanks.

Mark

1956 Mercury M100
1955 Ford Fairlane Club Sedan
Delta, British Columbia

Good to hear it was an easy fix. Try it on something worthless like a SBC. That way if it drops it's no loss. Just stay clear of it.

~DJ~ AKA "Bleach"
1956 Ford Fairlane Town Sedan 30K original miles

Good plan, but I don't have one. lol

Mark

1956 Mercury M100
1955 Ford Fairlane Club Sedan
Delta, British Columbia