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I have no experience with forklifts at all. Never bought one and never used one. But I have a use for one now so it's time to start shopping.

Needs to be used mostly indoors so I guess I'm looking for propane or electric.

This is for really light use maybe 3-4 times a week for less than an hour.

I see them at auction all the time is there anything I should look out for? Is there a level at which they start to go downhill and require frequent maintenance 2000, 5000, 10000 hours? Any signs of abuse to look for?
  • Posted 9 Jul 2009 01:05
  • By Drip
  • joined 9 Jul'09 - 5 messages
  • Delaware, United States

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