Jrbecker32
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Where is the best place to order quick disconnect forks ? Everyplace I look they r 800 wondering if I should just buy clamp ons but in the long run I am sure I would not be as happy
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flyingcow
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IMO buy the Q/A forks. But it depends what your lifting plans are. I lift 2500lb pallets of wood. Clamp on wouldn't have worked well.
kennyd
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If you need SSQA (skid steer quick attach) style, look on Craigslist...I see them all the time for $500
grsthegreat
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it also depends on the tractors lift capacity. My Kioti has a breakout force of 3,700 and a lift capacity of about 2,800#, so i needed a set of forks rated at least that.
I bought a set of "Quick Attach" brand QA forks, 42" long that are rated at 4,500# . They cost $795.00, but i need to be sure that i can handle the heavier loads i move safely. No way bucket mounted fork attachment could handle these loads...the bucket would bend
I bought a set of "Quick Attach" brand QA forks, 42" long that are rated at 4,500# . They cost $795.00, but i need to be sure that i can handle the heavier loads i move safely. No way bucket mounted fork attachment could handle these loads...the bucket would bend
Mike V
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Skid Steer Attachments Pallet Forks Hay Spears Bobcat Cat John Deere Mount Plate
Order one of these mounting plates. Then find someone with a broken down forklift and talk them out of the forks and mount. I have had 2 sets given to me, and did that with stouter forks than you pay $800 for. I had to burn both of them off but didn't take long. These mounting plates are a good deal with free shipping .I have a few rods and $109 in the forks. I will take some pics soon and post.
Order one of these mounting plates. Then find someone with a broken down forklift and talk them out of the forks and mount. I have had 2 sets given to me, and did that with stouter forks than you pay $800 for. I had to burn both of them off but didn't take long. These mounting plates are a good deal with free shipping .I have a few rods and $109 in the forks. I will take some pics soon and post.
rbcsaver
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You don't say which brand of tractor you have, but if it is a Deere than you only have one
reasonable choice: Artillian Pallet Forks for John Deere Tractor Loaders
http://www.tractorbynet.com/forums/...6209-lightweight-pallet-forks-200x-200cx.html
No interest, just a very happy customer.
Here is a pic of my lifted Bush Hog for deck cleaning and blade sharpening, using
Chris Perry's fork lift attachment.
regards,
Steve
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TripleR
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I just bought a set from my Kubota dealer 3500 pound capacity for a bit over $600. They are a no name brand, but seem really well built.
rbcsaver
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Unfortunately my 5 yr old B7510 doesn't include the quick attachment on the FEL.
struggled with straps and a sluggish lift with leaky hydraulic reservoir. Green was the
obvious way to go. Though I still have the K Orange, Green Deere is the best USA
American way to buy!
regards,
Steve
struggled with straps and a sluggish lift with leaky hydraulic reservoir. Green was the
obvious way to go. Though I still have the K Orange, Green Deere is the best USA
American way to buy!
regards,
Steve