Will It Lift? 1958 Chevy Viking 60 Dump Truck Repair!

Can we finally get the bed moving? In today’s episode, DPGladius dives back into the restoration of the 1958 Chevrolet Viking 60. After tearing down the hydraulic system, it’s time for the moment of truth: installing the new dump cylinder seals and putting the system to the test.

Restoring a 60-year-old dump truck isn't easy, especially when dealing with heavy-duty hydraulics. We’ll walk through the process of rebuilding the cylinder, bleeding the lines, and seeing if this classic Chevy still has what it takes to hoist the dump bed.
🔍 In This Video:

Step-by-Step Cylinder Rebuild: How to install new hydraulic seals on a vintage Viking 60.

Hydraulic System Prep: Cleaning and prepping the dump hoist for operation.

The Big Test: Powering up the PTO and testing the bed lift for the first time.

Troubleshooting: Dealing with leaks and pressure issues common in old Chevy Task Force trucks.

🕒 Timestamps:

0:00 - Intro: The Viking 60 Project 1:15 - Prepping the Dump Cylinder 3:45 - Installing the New Hydraulic Seals 7:20 - Reassembling the Hoist Mechanism 10:05 - Topping off the Fluid & Bleeding the System 12:30 - The First Lift Test! 15:00 - Final Results & What's Next
✅ Gear & Parts Used:

Custom Hydraulic Seal Kit

Hot plate and boiling water

Water Bottle

Funnel

Standard Shop Tools & Degreaser

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