Pallet fork advice

[sgf]

I have a 1999 NH Lx665 that I'd like to get pallet forks for. I would use them to move things around a hobby farm like a gooseneck trailer, lumber and firewood, etc. I like the idea of the money savings I'd get if I bought the clamp to the bucket kind of forks. Another up side to them is that I could use them on my old tractor's bucket if needed. I am concerned that these wouldn't do the job, or would bend the bucket, come off or something else I don't want to happen. I am open to input on them though.
If I get the traditional style, like this one I'm considering http://www.ebay.com/itm/NEW-SKIDSTE...442?pt=LH_DefaultDomain_0&hash=item43ba00f3e2 I'd like to stay under $600 total. I'd also like something that will work with the 665's quick release system. The folks that sell the one in the link I pasted say it will attach to the quick release system in any NH newer than 1995. Does anyone have any experience with the Titan system or any other advice? I thought about maybe needing longer than 42" forks but I read here where other people just slid rectangular pipe on occasions where they needed more length.

 

[Tazza]

Personally, i'd stick with the attachment that you showed on ebay. I feel they are stronger and will keep the load closer to the machine which means you can lift more. It also won't have the extra weight of the bucket to lift what will reduce the lifting limit.
Never used that brand before, i have built 2 sets, both worked great. Not really hard to build if you have the gear and time.

 

[Impact-vector]

Personally, i'd stick with the attachment that you showed on ebay. I feel they are stronger and will keep the load closer to the machine which means you can lift more. It also won't have the extra weight of the bucket to lift what will reduce the lifting limit.
Never used that brand before, i have built 2 sets, both worked great. Not really hard to build if you have the gear and time.

I got a set the other day. They are made by versatech and are pretty serious. I wouldn't do the bucket style ones The risk of damaging the bucket and load is higher than your potential savings. Buy serious forks! You wil find things to do with them that will make you glad you went for the right tool! 2 things to watch - 1 don't get a 600lb set if possible. It kills lifting capacity although your using a hoss! 2- look for a step through design. I got a set with a full backing and its a climbing mission to get in and out! I saw a set the other day that had a lowered center. Definitely would be nice!

 

[sgf]

I got a set the other day. They are made by versatech and are pretty serious. I wouldn't do the bucket style ones The risk of damaging the bucket and load is higher than your potential savings. Buy serious forks! You wil find things to do with them that will make you glad you went for the right tool! 2 things to watch - 1 don't get a 600lb set if possible. It kills lifting capacity although your using a hoss! 2- look for a step through design. I got a set with a full backing and its a climbing mission to get in and out! I saw a set the other day that had a lowered center. Definitely would be nice!

I figured you guys would say what you did about the clamp on forks but I didn't think about it moving the weight forward; good point. I know I'll never find time to build a set and I'd have to buy the steel $$ so I am going to have to buy them. The Titan set is 375 lbs. So I'm okay with Impact-Vector's #1. Regarding #2, I like the idea of the walk through backing guard but not the price. Every set I find with the walk through design is well over $100 more. Is the entry with the standard back a minor inconvenience or a major pain? At 6' 4" and getting older, getting in and out of things is a challenge already. Keep in mind that my use is occasional.

 

[Impact-vector]

I figured you guys would say what you did about the clamp on forks but I didn't think about it moving the weight forward; good point. I know I'll never find time to build a set and I'd have to buy the steel $$ so I am going to have to buy them. The Titan set is 375 lbs. So I'm okay with Impact-Vector's #1. Regarding #2, I like the idea of the walk through backing guard but not the price. Every set I find with the walk through design is well over $100 more. Is the entry with the standard back a minor inconvenience or a major pain? At 6' 4" and getting older, getting in and out of things is a challenge already. Keep in mind that my use is occasional.

It's a pretty big pain in the rear! Mine are similar to this in design- http://www.everythingattachments.com/Construction-Attachments-Heavy-Pallet-Forks-1PFHL-p/cal-pallet-fork-heavy-1pfhl.htm Namely the verticle bars that are so close you can't put a foot thru nor climb on. So for me it's a major thing. Would I pay extra or buy a set with the short back? Probably. I'm fairly young but its not enjoyable to jump over a 30" high obstacle

 

[farmshop]

It's a pretty big pain in the rear! Mine are similar to this in design- http://www.everythingattachments.com/Construction-Attachments-Heavy-Pallet-Forks-1PFHL-p/cal-pallet-fork-heavy-1pfhl.htm Namely the verticle bars that are so close you can't put a foot thru nor climb on. So for me it's a major thing. Would I pay extra or buy a set with the short back? Probably. I'm fairly young but its not enjoyable to jump over a 30" high obstacle

We have the high back stop and they work you get used to stepping on the tires to get in and out. Our next ones will be step through I have thought about modifying ours but it hasn't bugged me enough

 

[jerry]

We have the high back stop and they work you get used to stepping on the tires to get in and out. Our next ones will be step through I have thought about modifying ours but it hasn't bugged me enough

My bradco forks have the full back but have a step welded on the side. I have no problem with access and I am 71. The only thing I would change would be to put a step on the other side also. I think the dealer here gets about 700 or so now for bradco but they are well built.