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Can I replace the drive motor in a 36v Toyota 5FBE20 forklift with the drive motor from a 48v Toyota 5FBE20 forklift?
  • Posted 4 Aug 2023 01:05
  • By GlenMc
  • joined 23 Dec'21 - 9 messages
  • Missouri, United States
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No. You would also have 2 different motors. There are no provisions for the voltage conversion on the 5FBE series shown in my search.
  • Posted 4 Aug 2023 04:04
  • By ErichO
  • joined 26 Oct'21 - 83 messages
  • Washington, United States
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