S15_Silvia Posted February 24, 2014 Report Share Posted February 24, 2014 Hey guys. I'm currently working on a project with a company to switch their propane forklift fleet over to electric. If anyone works somewhere that uses either (or both) of these types of forklifts, please chime in on the advantages/disadvantages you've seen with each. I'd be interested to hear some real-world testimonials if you will. Thanks 2016 Subaru BRZ | Sony XAV-AX100 | Rockford Fosgate DSM 4080 & DSM 40ix | On 6/6/2012 at 6:32 PM, 'LZTYBRN' said: 3. Don't put speakers outside the car unless you are the ice cream man. My feedback thread Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
OrionStang Posted February 24, 2014 Report Share Posted February 24, 2014 Electric are quiet and don't have exhaust. I can't stand propane smell. Battery life and charging time should be considered, especially if the lifts are used constantly all day. SMD Super Seller My Feedback Thread Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
S15_Silvia Posted February 24, 2014 Author Report Share Posted February 24, 2014 Electric are quiet and don't have exhaust. I can't stand propane smell. Battery life and charging time should be considered, especially if the lifts are used constantly all day. Good point. Any solution we come up with will need to run at the same useable rate for an 8hr shift. 2016 Subaru BRZ | Sony XAV-AX100 | Rockford Fosgate DSM 4080 & DSM 40ix | On 6/6/2012 at 6:32 PM, 'LZTYBRN' said: 3. Don't put speakers outside the car unless you are the ice cream man. My feedback thread Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jessica Posted February 24, 2014 Report Share Posted February 24, 2014 That and battery type have better turn radius and tend to be smaller. Electric have full mast speed anytime you want. Gas you have to rev up. Some gas have auto brake which is nice if you have a ramp. Gas are nice until they sit outside in cold and the propane freezes up. Electric are suppose to be ran nearly dead before you charge them and most the time you are looking at 8 hours of charging Your best bet is have both imo Rest in peace, walled 87 accord build log 03' Corolla build with AA Mayhem inside. My super random youtube channel and terrible camera work. Wiring comparison by CaptainzPlanetz Wire and fuse guide by Guest SyKo13 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TRON Posted February 24, 2014 Report Share Posted February 24, 2014 I guess lpg trucks are typically bigger. Therefore you can lift more, but if you don't need to lift more than 2500 lbs... We have a 40hp truck that can do 8000lbs at full mast but it's actually very efficient on propane. Avalanche Alpine Type S comps Alpine Type S 10'' Alpine MPR-F300 Alpine MRX-M50 Mechamn 270 XS Power d3400s Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
WastedTalent Posted February 24, 2014 Report Share Posted February 24, 2014 Electric is better imo. Can charge daily if have right charger. Military uses electric. But my 2 cents. Depends on how it's maintained and taken care of Sheena = pedobear Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Meka Posted February 24, 2014 Report Share Posted February 24, 2014 We manufacture both where I work. Sadly, I dont know much about either. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fox_racin4 Posted February 25, 2014 Report Share Posted February 25, 2014 That and battery type have better turn radius and tend to be smaller. Electric have full mast speed anytime you want. Gas you have to rev up. Some gas have auto brake which is nice if you have a ramp. Gas are nice until they sit outside in cold and the propane freezes up. Electric are suppose to be ran nearly dead before you charge them and most the time you are looking at 8 hours of charging Your best bet is have both imo Propane doesnt freeze till -300ish.... however... If it was really cold an it sat for 8+hrs the oil was probly quite thick, causing starter to do more work and then killing the batteries.Problem with the electric ones is they need a full charge and decharge to have proper battery life. So, essentially you need a forklift for every 8hr shift. Or eventuallt they wont hold a charge anymore 1998 gmc extd cab 12 crossfire C710s 4 SAZ-4500s 3 Singer 400A altsbuncha mids/highs Team Asshole Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
S15_Silvia Posted February 25, 2014 Author Report Share Posted February 25, 2014 Lots more feedback than I was expecting. There's been some good info posted in here. Keep it up guys, thanks! 2016 Subaru BRZ | Sony XAV-AX100 | Rockford Fosgate DSM 4080 & DSM 40ix | On 6/6/2012 at 6:32 PM, 'LZTYBRN' said: 3. Don't put speakers outside the car unless you are the ice cream man. My feedback thread Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
OldsBoomer Posted February 25, 2014 Report Share Posted February 25, 2014 I prefer the electric lifts. Having to change battery often is fine with me. I'd rather change a battery than a propane tank. No smell and quiet is always nice Suburban Coming Soon Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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