How to make a Hydraulic Jack works UPSIDE DOWN

[Mr.DK DIY]

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UPSIDE DOWN ! / How to make a Hydraulic Jack works UPSIDE DOWN

[Ram50V8]

Over the years I have found my self in a position where I really needed a jack I could run upside down. I have numerous times thought about doing something like this but never pursued it. Thank you for the wonderful demonstration, I will definitely remember it the next time I need a jack capable!!

[mlochala]

Thank you for sharing this. I have a few questions, though:

1) I noticed when you put the zip ties on to secure the hose, it appeared the hose (pickup tube) was nearly flattened. How is that picking up enough fluid?

2) What kind of glue was that?

3) If the new pickup tube goes all the way to the top of the reservoir now, how does it still work in right side up position?

[olderdan]

You could look at Tony Foals first post on HMT which is a very clear and thorough explanation on inverting a hydraulic jack.

Inverting an hydraulic jack for a workshop press.

[Tuomas]

I posted this about two weeks ago.
I think.. instead of using glue. This works better / is more reliable way.
Diy hydraulic puller / pusher

[Hans Pearson]

I used much the same method some time ago, but I used an aluminium tube with a thread cut into it and threaded the pick-up hole to match. I remember hitting a snag where the reservoir sucked in air and built up pressure which blew out the rubber stopper. I solved that by putting a filter breather in place of the stopper. Since then I converted to an external pump which overcomes the problem of pumping upwards on my press.