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motor works but will not go forward or backward

were to look to find out why the electric motor runs but the forklift stop short from moving either way
Thanks
  • Posted 24 Aug 2017 06:40
  • Modified 24 Aug 2017 06:43 by poster
  • By sarkis_s
  • joined 24 Aug'17 - 1 message
  • California, United States
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There is a gear reduction box in between the motor and the drive axle. You probably have a sheered key or broken shaft.
  • Posted 30 Aug 2017 07:32
  • By BREWSKI
  • joined 10 Jan'12 - 1,699 messages
  • Nebraska, United States
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