I would like to have a lift gate installed on our 2007 Sterling class 7 truck.
Anyone have a dealer they have done business with that they would recommend?
Anyone have a dealer they have done business with that they would recommend?
Lift Gate
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Thanks, I will check them out.
zorry
Veteran Expediter
Just remember you want a good install.
Nothing worse than messing up a load by not having the gate work at pickup or delivery.
Or fail and hurt someone.
I just did an awesome 3 mile, Sunday am load because customer required a remote control gate.
Previously the freight came off the gate, into the bushes, on top of the driver.
800 lbs.
Team, remote control gate so both drivers can be holding the freight, are now required.
Nothing worse than messing up a load by not having the gate work at pickup or delivery.
Or fail and hurt someone.
I just did an awesome 3 mile, Sunday am load because customer required a remote control gate.
Previously the freight came off the gate, into the bushes, on top of the driver.
800 lbs.
Team, remote control gate so both drivers can be holding the freight, are now required.
2500 lbs with remote. Used would be fine if in good condition.
To save money I went with a new Anthony 2500 pound capacity and a steel wedge style platform. I would not do it again.
I would get a 3500 to 4500 pound capacity with a very large aluminum platform with cart stops and remote control.
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I would get a 3500 to 4500 pound capacity with a very large aluminum platform with cart stops and remote control.
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I bought a used Maxon 3000# aluminum platform double cylinder tuckunder off of a 2012 written off International, condition was very good didn't look like it had much use for $2500.
I looked at it first and seen it operate and then told the dismantler where to cut the frame under the box and dock bumpers from behind the box. Then me and a friend who welds for a living installed it and its been working perfect. If I was to buy new, same gate would of been around $8-9 grand including install and taxes.
I also bought another liftgate from eBay motors about 5 years ago, had it shipped installed at a shop for under $4000, haven't had any problems with that one either.
You don't have to buy used but keep it in mind because most of these liftgate dealers or truck equipment dealers will have used ones for sale as well and they also buy them off written off trucks.
Just make sure u buy one that has a large platform and is a level lift, a built in wheel stop is a nice feature but I don't have one on mine I've been using something else for a wheel stop when I need it.
Btw by large platform I'm meaning a minimum of about 60"x80"
I looked at it first and seen it operate and then told the dismantler where to cut the frame under the box and dock bumpers from behind the box. Then me and a friend who welds for a living installed it and its been working perfect. If I was to buy new, same gate would of been around $8-9 grand including install and taxes.
I also bought another liftgate from eBay motors about 5 years ago, had it shipped installed at a shop for under $4000, haven't had any problems with that one either.
You don't have to buy used but keep it in mind because most of these liftgate dealers or truck equipment dealers will have used ones for sale as well and they also buy them off written off trucks.
Just make sure u buy one that has a large platform and is a level lift, a built in wheel stop is a nice feature but I don't have one on mine I've been using something else for a wheel stop when I need it.
Btw by large platform I'm meaning a minimum of about 60"x80"
I HATE this Leyman.
Why did you like the MBB better than the Layman?
Daffyduck528
Expert Expediter
I have a holland tl liftgate on my truck. How do these rate?
Jenny
Veteran Expediter
The Lehman is a double fold, it is heavier and harder to lift. It is not as large as the MBB. The MBB tucked under better. I disliked the leyman on the sterling we had as well.
Here's a photo of the MBB on the red truck vs leyman on the white
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Here's a photo of the MBB on the red truck vs leyman on the white
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Looks like you tie your laundry to the back of the truck to save on dryer fees. smart girl!
I'm gonna try that next time.
Jenny
Veteran Expediter
That was the great lakes convoy last year. I do know a guy who rolls his rugs and runs them over after washing to squish all the water out of them
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We have used Craftsmen in the Saint Louis area for our lift gate work and they have done a fantastic job.
Due to the length of our truck we have always used a slider, aluminum with large platform.
Here is the web site:
https://www.palfinger.com/en-US/usa/products/lift-gates
This lift gate has all the bells and whistles with the best features - self leveling & feel controls. The lift gate has never given me a heart attack leaning the wrong way or raising at an angle.
The lift gate will be on our next truck once again.
Craftsmen - 3755 Mueller Rd, St Charles, MO 63301
(636) 757-0500
Due to the length of our truck we have always used a slider, aluminum with large platform.
Here is the web site:
https://www.palfinger.com/en-US/usa/products/lift-gates
This lift gate has all the bells and whistles with the best features - self leveling & feel controls. The lift gate has never given me a heart attack leaning the wrong way or raising at an angle.
The lift gate will be on our next truck once again.
Craftsmen - 3755 Mueller Rd, St Charles, MO 63301
(636) 757-0500
Thanks for everyone's help. I really appreciate all of the info.