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Manual for 1961 Lorain Crane Thew Shovel

HelpAGalOut

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Anyone have any guidance on tracking down the original or the most appropriate operator's manual for a 1961 25 ton Lorain Crane Threw Shovel mounted on a coast crane carrier truck? I am trying to track this down for my internet-illiterate dad but I am not super well informed on heavy machinery so hoping you all could offer some suggestions. Pics included. Thank you!1782760222842.jpeg1782760234655.jpeg1782760242166.jpeg
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HelpAGalOut

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Welcome somebody will be a long that can help better. Do you know the crane model 25A or? eBay has a lot old manuals. No experience with eBay seller just a idea. Good luckView attachment 362485
Thanks for your reply! It's unclear to me exactly what model it is as you can see the serial number is not completely legible. I'm THINKING MC-25H but hopefully someone more knowledgeable might have a suggestion.
 

HelpAGalOut

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Neat looking old crane. Hope you can get it going!
Thank you! It's my dad's project and he loves vintage machinery but this one has been challenging. We don't know the exact model and Lorain crane is obsolete. I did email the Terex parts address as I believe Terex absorbed Lorain. Just hoping someone will come along with a wealth of knowledge to share!
 
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