I have just purchased this forklift and since it might need some mechanical/electrical work, I need a little (or maybe more) information.
It is pretty much complete and cranks over with 190# cold compression on all cylinders. Since there isn't a propane tank on it I haven't tried to start it yet, but I'm optimistic. Has 10,560hrs.
Some of the wiring has been pulled loss and I had to jumper the starter solenoid to crank it over. I should be able to sort this out but would be nice to locate a manual for this machine.
So far the 40 series doesn't show up on my searches. Any help on this would be appreciated.
I notice that this engine has the distributor/coil combination and while looking at parts listings, it seems this might indicate this is a 4Y engine. Is this a correct assumption??
Any other information or direction would be appreciated.
Steve
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If has been out of service for a while, regulator diaphragms are shot, replace regulator.
I got it home this afternoon and filled the cooling system and it was OK. Might have been drained to prevent winter freeze up.
It didn't come with a propane tank and I got one off Craigslist for $35. I only filled it with 2 gal since I wanted to check and see if the valve leaked. They were OK so I will go back and fill it up.
I did try to start it with the 2 gal. and it would fire but wouldn't keep running, much like a gas engine that is out of gas. So I suspect that the tank pressure it too low. I have never owned or worked on a propane equipment. Just driven then and changed tanks, etc.. This system appears to be complete and as originally installed. It has an IMPCO propane throttle body and the only adjustment that seems likely to be intended for "field adjustments" is the screw towards the top with a large head/slot. It looks like it might have been turned recently with a screw drive and is about 2.5 turns off it's seat. Doesn't seem to effect the way the engine runs while cranking. Again, it seems like not enough fuel getting to the throttle chamber.
Could someone tell me the procedures for adjusting or trouble shooting these propane systems??
Thanks
Steve
OK. Point(s) well taken. Will look at ramp alternatives or loading dock.
Thanks,
Steve
As long as the road are public all rules of the roads apply (no exceptions give for rural farm roads). Secondly, the steering axle is not on any sort of suspension, the axle ariculates up and down about a center pivot point maybe an 1 to 1.5 up work movement from level position, the axle beam contacts a welded on mechanical stop. The stop is there for stability rating compliance.
Industrial truck of the same lift capacity are much narrower and shorter than those big tired machines you are referring to - al lthat means the will turn over faster, expesically on any curved (or crowned), banked surfaces.
In three words, "Don't do it" there are a lot of PL lawyers looking for a big pay check.
You maybe correct about it being easier to build new portable ramps and I'm considering that. My intentions are not for highway towing but local rural roads, between near by farms.
I do know that the Tall Mast Hyster's are still towed because they are too tall on low-boy equipment trailer. The come equipt. with surge brakes on the tow bar and are pulled behind a heavy truck.
I can load here at my shop since I have loading dock however would have to do some concrete work due to the weight.
Driving would be too slow since these manual tranny models can only make 8-9 mph.
BTW. The farmers like to rent my Yale three section mast 6000# when putting those large round bales of hay in the barn or in their outside stacks. Normal farm equipment can't reach that high. Almost 20ft with the right attachment.
Steve
Before you try to convert this to a Tow vehicle you have a lot more than the tranny to worry about. No one will sanction it & in many states it is now illegal (safety & PL reasons). Forklift lift towing has gone the way of the dinosaur - ask any one that used to sell Champ & Lion Liftall.
Might be a whole lot cheaper & safer just to get new ramps
I haven't "Sealed-the-Deal" on this one. The only marking I have noted is the S/N number plague on the front of the right side of the dash.
I don't think it will be since it was at one time in the rental/lease fleet of Vance Forklift of Tacoma. A known reputable company. Their decal is still on it, as with some of the other fork lifts I had to choose from.
However, I will return and look for any other information or details on the S/N plaque.
The one main reason I chose this model is because it is manual tranny and will lend it's self to Tow conversion. Something I haven't been able to do with my, otherwise, nice Yale 6000# diesel. (too heavy for my trailer). This Toyota is also a perfect weight for my tandem axle trailer (9000# load cap.), (Just that my ramps are too weak for this lift, ****!)
Sorry, just thinking out loud!
Steve
I haven't had any trouble getting parts for grey market Toyota's, but as I stated in another post, they're a huge liability if someone should ever get hurt on them. I've had 2 customers pay large fines & have to get rid of the machines thanks to OSHA.
If it is a "grey" market truck, meaning it was not produced for the US market, things like the wiring (gauge), electrical components (alternators, starters), mufflers are more than likely different to meet the UL standards.
Not certain about Toyota but when I was with Mitsubishi (before MCFA) in Houston and grey market units were all over the place we did not carry service parts for the units and couldn't order them - we were part of Mitsubish Corporation (trading company) that order parts from Mitsubishi Heavy Industry(engineering & production). After MCFA started up that changed some what as Mitsubishi Heavy Industry is the major owner of that company.
I stand corrected -had a brain fart- thanks partsguy for clearing that up. I've never seen a manual 5 series. Make sure the unit's not a grey market truck - find the UL sticker or plaque.
The 0 stands for manual trans if it were a 2 then it would be a automatic
Here is the S/N 40FG25-10368.
The info that the 4 represents the 4Y engine does make sense.
However, this is a manual tanny, with clutch pedal and Hi/Lo lever and a Fwd/Rev lever. Both floor mounted. No column shift lever. So the last post leaves me a bit puzzled??
Steve
Here is the S/N 40FG25-10368.
The info that the 4 represents the 4Y engine does make sense.
However, this is a manual tanny, with clutch pedal and Hi/Lo lever and a Fwd/Rev lever. Both floor mounted. No column shift lever. So the last post leaves me a bit puzzled??
Steve
The 40 refers to the drivetrain- 4 represents the 4Y engine- the 0 is for the auto trans.
The 5 is the model series, FG stands for "forklift- Gas" and the 25 is for the capacity-25KG or 5000 lbs.
Hope this helps- as John states-limited help can be given without the full serial number.
This is a 5 Series - I stand to be corrected but I believe the 40 has a reference to the frame wheelbase.
If you would post a s/n of this machine someone what might be able to provide more accurate info.
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