I agree with you pro. I have worked on all brands and they all fail at some point. As Mechanics we all have some preference to the brand we like due to the design or ease of repairing it. I like the Toyota, not because I think it's the best, it's just what i'm most familiar with. With the new technology and all the software that is crammed in todays forklifts, it is making it difficult for the independent guys to make the repairs, unless you have some good friends at the dealers who will let you borrow their laptop or will give you info that is exclusive to the dealer. I really dont care what brand it is, I get paid all the same. I dont think Crown having an IC truck will help them initially, but down the road it could be good for them. Crown is known for their narrow isle equipment and that is their bread and butter. Since did not major in business, I'm sure the Crown executives see something I do not.