In our interview with a utility executive, we learned that the problems with aging pumps are widespread, but few are being done about it. While most people say that they will replace the pumps when they reach the end of their useful lives, that often means investing in motors, piping, foundations, and other costly components. The cost of repairing...

The process of buying hydro pump parts is relatively straightforward. In most cases, it consists of identifying critical spare parts and locating them in the machine. For routine maintenance, reverse engineering is a good idea. 3-D models of the components and their locations can be stored safely. If you are not sure how to reverse engineer a part,...

If you own a zero turn mower, you may have to regularly service the hydro gear on the mower. To make maintenance easier, you can purchase Hydro-Gear parts and kits from Power Mower Sales. These include motors, pumps and other parts that can be purchased separately. If you don't own a zero turn mower, you can read this article for...