Allis CP 60 forklifts?
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Topic: Allis CP 60 forklifts?
Posted By: GM Guy
Subject: Allis CP 60 forklifts?
Date Posted: 25 Nov 2018 at 8:06pm
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Hey all, Found a Allis CP60 forklift, its LP, and it looks somewhat newer. Can someone tell me more about them? Good units? How compact and manueverable? I am debating about putting some pallet racking up in the shop, and was wondering how clumsy this unit would be. How worthless are they traction wise in a yard? I know it wont do much, but will it go on a graveled driveway out to the county road to grab a pallet off a truck? Roughly what would one weigh? I am curious if it can be hauled on a 14K GVWR Gooseneck, or will I have to grab it with a big truck? I assume if it can go on the goose, it would be best to take some planks along to spread the weight across multiple crossmembers? Any input appreciated, Thanks! ------------- Gleaner: the properly engineered and built combine. If you need parts for your Gleaner, we are parting out A's through L2's, so we may be able to help. |
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Posted By: Eric B
Date Posted: 26 Nov 2018 at 12:53pm
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I assume it has pneumatic duallies on the drive axle which is very helpful around the yard if it's not paved. If you have loose gravel they get stuck very fast - packed gravel no problem. It's the steering tires being below the counterweight that get you in trouble. Steering too sharp on less than packed gravel should be avoided. I was very impressed how my A-C 40's with solid tires navigated on gravel and even packed dirt. I don't know the exact weight of the CP 60 but its category of size should be OK on your 14K gooseneck and yes planks, heavy plywood or good steel plate to distribute weight really helps... especially on the steering end. If it checks out to be a good unit and the price is right I'd say go for it! You'll likely be very happy using it. Eric ------------- Currently- WD,WC,3WF's,2 D14's B. Previously- I 600,TL745,200,FL9,FR12,H3,816 LBH. Earth has no sorrow that Heaven cannot heal! |
Posted By: GM Guy
Date Posted: 30 Nov 2018 at 12:48am
 It has solid single fronts, so not very big. (its the one on the right)Also, what vintage is this unit? ------------- Gleaner: the properly engineered and built combine. If you need parts for your Gleaner, we are parting out A's through L2's, so we may be able to help. |
Posted By: Eric B
Date Posted: 30 Nov 2018 at 12:40pm
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Looks good, it's even got side shift. I'd guess it was made in the late 70's or early 80's. What is the asking price or did you already buy it? ------------- Currently- WD,WC,3WF's,2 D14's B. Previously- I 600,TL745,200,FL9,FR12,H3,816 LBH. Earth has no sorrow that Heaven cannot heal! |
Posted By: GM Guy
Date Posted: 05 Dec 2018 at 3:03am
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Its coming up on auction. I am thinking anything under a grand is plenty worthwhile. I assume it will be pretty maneuverable? ------------- Gleaner: the properly engineered and built combine. If you need parts for your Gleaner, we are parting out A's through L2's, so we may be able to help. |
Posted By: Eric B
Date Posted: 05 Dec 2018 at 2:22pm
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I trust you get a chance to preview including starting and checking all the functions... and if there are any serious oil leaks. If it checks out good it will be a miracle if you can get it for under $1000. If it's a local auction with limited exposure it may sell cheap. Good luck... if it's decent I'd go two grand for myself no problem. ------------- Currently- WD,WC,3WF's,2 D14's B. Previously- I 600,TL745,200,FL9,FR12,H3,816 LBH. Earth has no sorrow that Heaven cannot heal! |
Posted By: darrel in ND
Date Posted: 06 Dec 2018 at 6:41am
| Today could be your lucky day, GM guy! Plus a trip to Reno to pick it up. Maybe get lucky enough in Reno to make everything free! Darrel |
Posted By: shameless dude
Date Posted: 07 Dec 2018 at 9:20am
| just the masts bring over a grand by themselves |
Posted By: darrel in ND
Date Posted: 07 Dec 2018 at 6:28pm
| Well come on GM guy. Don't leave us hanging. Did you get it.....? Darrel |