A workhorse 10k-class telehandler. Boom wear, cylinder drift, forks, and the tilt/level system are the inspection points.
The JLG 1055 is a common high-capacity telehandler on commercial sites. The boom and cylinders carry the value, and the forks and stability systems are the safety checks.
Worn pads let the boom sections move.
CHECK Extend and check for play; inspect pads.
Lift/extend/tilt cylinders drift and leak.
CHECK Hold a load and check for drift.
Forks and carriage wear.
CHECK Caliper the fork heels and inspect carriage.
Frame leveling keeps the machine stable on grade.
CHECK Test frame tilt and leveling.
Driveline wears with use.
CHECK Road test the transmission and inspect axles.
Fork caliper and fork wear gauge · Hydraulic pressure test gauge · Boom wear-pad measurement / feeler tools · LMI / load-chart test reference · Digital multimeter · Tape measure and calipers · Inspection light and mirror · Camera for documentation …
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Pre-tagged for the JLG 1055 Telehandler (All series).