CID (Construction Implements Depot) pallet forks

[rokhunter]

I've been seeing a lot of CID pallet forks (specifically 36"-48" to fit my Kubota BX23S) offered for sale in my area all of a sudden. Prices are generally competitive with Titan. The CID website says they've been in operation since 2003, but I can't find any reviews of their products. Anyone here have experience with them, particularly their small pallet forks?

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[GreensvilleJay]

I bought an HLA 900# SSQA + forks from Kubota dealer this Spring. Yoou certainly don't need 2000# forks as loader can only ,maybe, lift 700#. The BIG IMPORTANT 'link in the chain' are the front tires ! I have stock, Garden Master industrials(R4) and they have an 860# rating. I have Kubota Canada 'doing the math' to see what my BX23S can SAFELY lift/carry since I just replaced the fronts due to sidewall damage after 217 hrs ( 16 mths service) ! Heck the BX23S should weigh in about 3,000 and if 1/2 is upfront, that's 1500# and tires only rated for 1720 # , so maybe 300# of stuff is too much ??!!

Remember to reduce 'payload' capacity by the weight of the forks/SSQA plate.

Apparently Kenda K514 tires are a lot better, just hven't found a dealer for them in Canada, yet...

Jay

 

[RBA50]

Exactly why ballast on the three point is needed when doing loader work. It lessens the load on the front end by pivoting on the rear axle.