On 2014-11-08, Steve W. wrote:
You will lose a LOT of the lifting capacity. Most fork lifts are rated
at a set distance from the boom. As you extend out farther the leverage
starts working against you.

Right. I am quite aware of that. Usually, when moving things very
close the ground, overloading forklifts is not very dangerous, it just
tips a little and that's it. When things are high in the air, losing
balance is very dangerous.

At 24 center from face of forks, my 30,000 forklift can lift 30,000,
and at 40", only 20,000, etc. Even less with the boom adding to the
lifting radius. But in any case I could deal with some substantially
heavy stuff like 8,000 lbs items.

But- adding spools is easy. You need to determine if it's an open or
closed center valve system. Then you buy the correct type of valves
and connect the inlet ports to the pressure feed. The outputs go to
the new quick disconnect fittings you will need to add.

OK, thanks, this is good news.

i