9.) Now weld all around the rear angle mount and frame rails as shown in figure 8-B.
It may be necessary to reposition the tailpipe in order to achieve adequate clearance from the wheelift. Regardless of the method you choose, Hy-Tech Recovery Equipment Inc. will not be liable for any frame damage or damage caused by it, whether you choose to reinforce your frame or not. The wheel lift can be taken off the forklift when it’s not needed. Note: Be certain all suction line connections are air tight, this will prevent air from entering hydraulic system during use. Rudloff had all of the necessary materials in his shop already, but he estimates that it cost him roughly $200.Rudloff has used the attachment for roughly five years, and he says that it paid for itself within a few months based on time savings alone. 10 Missions Media, LLC. The forklift can then hoist the vehicle off the ground. Rear Leaf Springs: We strongly recommend that you increase the number of leafs in the rear main springs before you begin the installation process. Over the course of five years, I would say it’s saved thousands of dollars in man hours.” By allowing his staff to move an immobile car solo, the rest of the staff is freed up to work on other projects. When he decided he was going to make the wheel lift, he took measurements and drew up the plans to attach it to his forklift. A vertical tube is attached to the forklift and a perpendicular tube is attached to the end of the attachment. Remove bed. No "Drop Down" or "V" bumpers. Fill hydraulic reservoir. Forward Mounting Support: Mount forward mounting angle as shown in figure 6-A. Connect other end to pump port, connect 1/2" high pressure hose to top port on wheel lift valve marked "OUT". Industry changes soon demanded the use of a wheel lift which was answered with the Magnum wheel lift. With 6-function, automated hydraulic control up and down, in and out and side to side, all you need to do is back up to the vehicle you’re towing and use the remote control to hook it up and drive away. A.) The operator of the forklift drives into the wheel lift adapter, locks it into the forklift and then drives the lift under the tires of the car. 8.) Our repossession wheel lift units are a cost effective way to gain professional towing capabilities without having to buy or rent a traditional towing truck. WHEEL-LIFT INSTALLATION (PICKUP) 1.) “Now, with the lift, it takes one guy two and a half minutes.
In other cases you will have to eliminate the tailpipe and replace it with a turndown extension, or have your exhaust re-routed out the side or rear of truck. Wheel Lift Controls: Included with your "Sneeker" wheel lift are (l) Power cord, (1) 15 ft. pigtail (for "In Cab" operation, if desired), and (1) 4 ft. pigtail. Connect other end to hydraulic reservoir. Averaging one or two of these situations per week, it became a hassle. Reinstallation of Pick-up bed: The pickup bed is now ready to lower back onto the truck chassis. If you prefer a different method of reinforcing your frame, please feel free to do so. The two tire lock bars are then slipped into place on the adapter. Install bed-mounting bolts. 7.) The two tire lock bars are then slipped into place on the adapter. Mount Lift: Lower wheel lift in place and rest on the frame of the truck as shown in figure 8-A. Make certain you have adequate clearance between truck third member and wheel lift. A huge benefit of a slide-in wheel lift is that you don’t have to drive around in a traditional tow truck. 12 VDC Pump: Begin by connecting 1/2" high-pressure line to bottom port on wheel lift valve, marked "IN".
We strongly recommend the use of an "airbag" system to stabilize the rear suspension. The task required at least two people, and with only two people in the shop at times, required the whole staff to assist. NOTE: some modification of bottom of rear bumper may be necessary to fully retract wheel lift. The use of an airbag system has always proven to be far more effective than additional helper/overload springs. Re-align truck frame members' to original dimension. Fill hydraulic reservoir. 11.) Lift and Tow specializes in providing solutions that make towing jobs easier and more efficient. Adjustability: A slide-in repo lift is adjustable so that you can haul almost any type of car, pickup truck or van. In most cases we have found that these additional leafs (Dodge - 4 leafs, Chev. In most cases we have found that these additional leafs (Dodge - 4 leafs, Chev. Initial Start Up: Plug power cord into control plug in rear of truck, operate controls, beginning with 1.) The wheel lift can be attached to the forklift in 30 seconds or less and is used to pick up cars by the wheels and maneuver them around the shop. The two tubes were welded together and a hinge was added at the intersection so that the vehicle could navigate turns when moving around the shop. He gathered steel tubing, both square and rectangular, from his shop and began welding. The under body design allows you to have a tow vehicle without losing the bed of the truck. Exhaust: Lower the tailpipe by disconnecting hanger brackets from the frame.