Fork lift project

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Here's a suggestion before you finish the project. Install two 2"x2" auto hitch receiver tubes on the frame at the top and bottom in the center both placed vertically. One sits flush with the bottom and the other sits flush with the top. There would be about a foot of open air between them. These would have the factory installed strenth collars and be pre drilled for just a few dollars each. Once welded on, you could them insert a removeable 2"x2" pole/crane like the one mentioned in the recent gin pole thread with a hook or pulley at the top. Since your design includes easily removeable forks, this would be a neat crane setup with just one easily storable removeable piece. The pole would be held in place with the two pins in the receiver tubes designed for the auto hitches.
 
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#16  
Gordon21, Good idea on the boom set up. Not sure what I would use it for but it sounds fun to build.

I'm working on a grapple for the top of the mounting frame. I'm also designing a root fork quick change setup that will mount where the forks are.

Seems like everything is a work in progress with me.

This website is a great gathering spot for like minded thinkers to share and gain knowledge.

Thanks for the great idea.
 
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#17  
The fork lift is complete.

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