Unplanned downtime costs $6,000 - $22,000 per hour depending on your industry. The most frequent cause of unplanned downtime? Equipment repair.
One of the easiest ways to avoid unplanned downtime is to follow the manufacturer’s recommended maintenance schedule. If your operation services its Toyota forklifts in-house instead of outsourcing, scroll down for a list of essential parts to keep on hand.
Have a large fleet? Ask about our parts consignment program.
If you need forklift parts or service ASAP, call: 844-LILLYCO or connect with a forklift expert online. Our 24/7 mobile forklift repair team serves Alabama, eastern Arkansas, Mississippi and Tennessee and we carry parts for all makes and models of forklifts.
The most commonly-replaced forklift parts, regardless of manufacturer, include:
There are also some maintenance supplies you’ll want to have around:
If you need any of the forklift parts or maintenance supplies listed above, contact us at 844-LILLYCO. We always have these items in stock.
Here are the Toyota forklift parts that need to be replaced most often.
Every year or 2000 hours:
Every two years or 4000 hours:
Every three years or 6000 hours:
Dust, chemicals or working in inclement weather can shorten the lifespan of the mast chain. Operators should check the chain as part of their pre-shift inspection for signs of wear, but a professional inspection is recommended every year or 1000 hours. A technician can ensure the tension is balanced on both sides and use a gauge to check for link elongation.
Every five years or 10,000 hours:
You may have noticed two essential parts missing from the list above...
We're not giving a replacement timeframe for tires and batteries because, as the saying goes, “your mileage will vary.” In the case of tires, that’s literal.
The type of tire you use, the surface the forklift operates on and many other factors affect your forklift tire’s lifespan. Learn more about when to replace your forklift tires and how to make them last longer.
Similarly, the type of forklift battery you use (lead acid vs. lithium-ion) affects how long it lasts. Lithium-ion forklift batteries typically last 5-7 years, while lead acid batteries last five years at most and only if properly maintained.
When choosing between generic versus OEM parts, keep in mind: Toyota forklift parts come with a 4000 hour/two-year warranty. In the unlikely event a part fails, Toyota will replace the part at no charge and cover the cost of the repair (if the work is done by a Toyota-Certified Technician).
If you bought a Toyota forklift because of the truck’s reputation for longevity, don’t compromise its integrity by using cheap parts. Keep your Toyota a Toyota. Future You will be glad you did, especially if you plan to sell the forklift down the road.
The Lilly Company has the most comprehensive inventory of forklift parts in the Mid-South. In addition to Toyota forklift parts, we carry OEM parts for Clark, Komatsu and Linde forklifts. On the off chance we don’t have what you need available, we offer one-day turnaround on major parts.
If you oversee a fleet with multiple forklifts, we can maintain an inventory of your most frequently used parts at your location. Our team will set you up with an initial order and bill you for whatever parts get used.
We offer this program so your techs can do what you hired them to do: maintain your fleet — not drive around picking up parts. Your team won’t have to call us and say, "we're coming over to get 15 more air filters and 25 regulators." They’ll simply walk over to a shelf and get the part they need.
The Lilly Company stocks parts for all forklift makes and models in addition to parts for many different types of material handling equipment. We have what you need!
Our fleet of mobile forklift repair vans are also stocked with parts. Our expert team is available 24/7. We have a four-hour guaranteed response time and 80% of problems are fixed on the first visit.
For more information about forklift parts, consignment, forklift repair, or to inquire about maintenance plan, contact a forklift expert online or by phone 844-LILLYCO (1-844-545-5926) with any questions you have. For questions specifically about Toyota forklifts, please contact one of our nine Toyota forklift dealerships across the Mid-South.
Arkansas - Jonesboro
Alabama - Birmingham, Dothan, Irondale, Madison, Mobile, and Montgomery
Mississippi - Belden, Tupelo and Richland
Tennessee - Jackson, Kingsport, Knoxville, and Memphis
Related Reading:
When to Use OEM vs. Aftermarket Forklift Parts
Fast Forklift Repair Done Right the First Time
Forklift Chain Replacement: 6 Signs Your Mast Chain May Fail