What should you
consider?
Know the make and
model of your lift
This basic information will ensure you get the right lift part the first time. It also prevents the wrong forklift part from being installed, which can lead to a lift failure or an accident.
This basic information will ensure you get the right lift part the first time. It also prevents the wrong forklift part from being installed, which can lead to a lift failure or an accident.
Put quality
before cost
While it is good to know your budget, do not buy the cheapest part without considering the overall cost to your bottom line. If the cheaper part wears out quicker and must be replaced more often, you haven’t saved money. Plus your forklift has experienced more downtime. Lost production of associates and trucks waiting on the line is often far more expensive than the cost of repairing the forklift.
While it is good to know your budget, do not buy the cheapest part without considering the overall cost to your bottom line. If the cheaper part wears out quicker and must be replaced more often, you haven’t saved money. Plus your forklift has experienced more downtime. Lost production of associates and trucks waiting on the line is often far more expensive than the cost of repairing the forklift.
Ask about
alternate forklift parts
When working with a forklift dealer, a Parts Specialist’s knowledge is invaluable. Ask if another forklift part is an option. You may find another quality part that is more cost effective or a rebuilt part may be available. The Parts Specialist may also be able to advise if replacing other parts would be beneficial to the operation of the lift (i.e. water pump, gasket, fan belts, thermostat, etc).
When working with a forklift dealer, a Parts Specialist’s knowledge is invaluable. Ask if another forklift part is an option. You may find another quality part that is more cost effective or a rebuilt part may be available. The Parts Specialist may also be able to advise if replacing other parts would be beneficial to the operation of the lift (i.e. water pump, gasket, fan belts, thermostat, etc).
Know the delivery
schedule
If your forklift isn’t operating, having the part becomes an immediate need. During your search, ask the source if the forklift part is in stock and can be shipped right away or picked up. If the part must be ordered, confirm the arrival date is acceptable to your production schedule.
If your forklift isn’t operating, having the part becomes an immediate need. During your search, ask the source if the forklift part is in stock and can be shipped right away or picked up. If the part must be ordered, confirm the arrival date is acceptable to your production schedule.
Be aware of the
warranty
Is the forklift part covered under warranty and if so, how long? Although most reputable manufacturers strive for 100% quality, a warranty offers security in the event a part quickly breaks.
Is the forklift part covered under warranty and if so, how long? Although most reputable manufacturers strive for 100% quality, a warranty offers security in the event a part quickly breaks.
Inquire about
extra service
When working with a forklift dealer, many offer the service of installing the part. If your company doesn’t have an in-house technician, having an expert put on the forklift part offers additional security. In some cases, the labor to install the part is also under warranty.
When working with a forklift dealer, many offer the service of installing the part. If your company doesn’t have an in-house technician, having an expert put on the forklift part offers additional security. In some cases, the labor to install the part is also under warranty.
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