Taps Hydralic Piston Leak

[MRMoffat1]

Small amount of fluid seeping down gel coat from taps hydralic piston (see arrow in picture). Concern? Need to fix now, or wait for end of season? The seeping oil is coming from underneath the mount to the boat. Thanks.

[brockroorda]

I just replaced my cap (the part that bolts to the boat and screws on the cylinder) a few weeks ago. It was really simple.

[dogbert]

Please tell me those are foam blocks and not stone blocks

[da.bell]

Personally, I would have it fixed. The oil probably isn't going the environment any good (not that there is a lot being discharged) and the oil could also stick to the boat. Cleaning that would be a PITA.

Dogbert, those definitely look like foam blocks to me. Personally, I don't think I would have put my boat onto them. With the luck I am having, my boat probably would have slid off them by now.

[MRMoffat1]

Please tell me those are foam blocks and not stone blocks

Foam. Searched for a photo I could use. Turns out that photo was took on the day the boat arrived at the dealer from Tige - no trailer yet. That's how the dealer stored it.

[MRMoffat1]

I just replaced my cap (the part that bolts to the boat and screws on the cylinder) a few weeks ago. It was really simple.

Personally, I would have it fixed. The oil probably isn't going the environment any good (not that there is a lot being discharged) and the oil could also stick to the boat. Cleaning that would be a PITA.

Dogbert, those definitely look like foam blocks to me. Personally, I don't think I would have put my boat onto them. With the luck I am having, my boat probably would have slid off them by now.

Thanks - will look into fixing it. Part bought from dealer?

[brockroorda]

I called the manufacturer of the taps system (Bennett Marine) and discussed my problems with them. They sent me a replacement cap under warranty at no cost! I cant guarantee they will do the same, guess it depends on who you talk to there. You can reach them at
Phone: 954.427.1400
Client Services is available Monday through Friday, from 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Eastern time.

[da.bell]

^^^ Bennett has always been a stand up company from what I read. I am sure they will do what they can.

[MRMoffat1]

brockroorda - good info, thanks, appreciate

[Kito]

I found the same problem on my RZ2 today. Im gonna give them a call on Monday. What kind of fluid should I add after I replace the cap?

[brockroorda]

You can add any kind of Automatic Transmission Fluid.

[Kito]

I just got off the phone with bennett and they said to fix the leak they are going to send me an o ring and that will fix the problem. They said no need for a new cap.