What to use for a level indicator for forks?

[mikester]

Slow down.

Generally I look at the fork tips. The only time I break pallets is if they are frozen to the ground in winter or I am or the pallets are on uneven ground and one fork is sitting higher.

If your pallets are stacked level then any other breakage is usually due to operator error.

 

[ruffdog]

Here are some types:
Forklifts & Attachments | Forks & Extensions | Vestil Forklift Fork Leveler FRK-LVL | 988289 - GlobalIndustrial.com

https://www.amazon.com/IRONguard-70-1000-Accu-Tilt-Indicator-Forklifts/dp/B0077D1A3E

Flat Fork - Forklift Leveler | Tilt Indicator | Forklift Driver Safety

 

[DieselBound]

On my B7800 I'd just stand up and look over (I used 3pt forks chained to my bucket- yeah, cheesy, but it worked). My Kioti NX and the cab is a different story...

Aggravating for those that do not have a clear view. It's for this reason I installed a camera system in my NX. Unfortunately I have yet to install a replacement camera after blitzing my first one: I'm trying to come up with a reasonable design that allows me to be able to move the camera around while still protecting the camera- I am close to a solution, but have yet to prove it out (doesn't require welding as I do not have a welder, so I'm a bit handicapped/limited).

 

[DieselBound]

I'll add that it's not just whether the works are "level," but that they're correctly positioned. Lots of times having a slight drop in the tips is warranted, in which case "level" isn't of much help.

I operate on uneven ground. While I might be honest I'm certainly not operating on the level!:laughing:

 

[PILOON]

Any low cost back up camera system would be the most cost effective IMO.
As suggested U could mount the camera on a magnet base.
With a camera system you would be able to work on all sort of uneven ground situations.

Many of the back up systems can take 2 camera inputs and the ones I am familiar with have options for front/back and flipping of image.
Also wireless or wired options exist but always the camera wants DC power.

One downside is the wireing is of such a small gauge that U need some sort of protection for a tractor environment.

I am using a $50 ish offshore system for slightly over 3 years now with no problems, mainly for snow blowing duties.
I used magnets for my mounting and placed the viewer low center of my windshield.
If not urgent EBay and AliBabba are good sources.

 

[DieselBound]

^^^ And you inspired me on this. I went with a nice magnetic base, as that allowed me to move the camera around. The magnet I had was really strong and the camera's thin metal attachment base not so strong. But for those that are more careful (I think I bliitzed mine removing snow out on our local road) it's the best solution.

 

[ruffdog]

I would love to have one of those camera set-ups. One pointed rear to watch 3pt work, and one pointed at the QA implement.

 

[ovrszd]

Not sure what brand my forks are but, the SSQA design makes my forks level when my indicator shows level.

Still a pain if on uneven terrain. If I tip my forks up a bit I can see the ends. Soon as I level them they are gone...

 

[Industrial Toys]

I have HD mercury switches I was always gonna make something out of. If someone made a wireless magnetic sensor that indicated degrees to a good resolution, that would be sweet!

 

[JerryK]

If you mistreat your pallets, they may run off and hide in some far off field ...............