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They have developed a newer, more firefighter friendly version that has "no strings". There are also models that have the release on a lever on the front of the seat bottom. Neither was a viable option at the time ours was spec'd out. Yes there is a requirement for g-force rated SCBA brackets in the cab.

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Our new addition was placed in service at Noon today. Any questions--PM me. All pictures were taken by me. Thanks to everyone that made this new piece a reality.

I am going to guess here that the new emissions stuff is going to be a really tough change. All the conditions that have to be met before an auto regeneration, or force a manual one--still alot more "stuff" to break!!!! We have done 2 manual regen"s on our newest rig and it has not been placed in service yet.

Maybe a rectal bleed or hemorrhage?

That is basically it. We have 2 and that is what I can see. Played with them a bit -- and yes it can annoy others so use some discretion--LOL. The newer siren units have the scan lock feature. Aside from choosing your Tone 1,2,3 you can also choose your Man 1,2 Gives ya lots of options

Congrats John!! Now--I know the helmet was already a little snug--will it still fit???

LOL!!! I missed seeing you!!!! Now that is just not right!!! he village has been back there since 8 or so this morning. I heard they should be done soon though. The Owner is still pulling down the rest of the pile.

That was alot of water!!!!! And where was Bat 10 hiding? If you zoom in on the picture--the "bird's eye view", the log pile toward the top is where the fire was/is. The pile was considerably larger last night as well. A fine job done by all involved. Quite a few resources came together support the effort.

There will be event of some sort--not making any promises as to what YET. It will more than likely be in the spring as the Holidays are approaching--many functions to attend, and the weather is a little COLD. So--we will see what we can work up for then.

Yes but there were some technical difficulties with the thread. Still stuck at work today so hopefully tomorrow they will be up.

R.I.P. Jamel. My condolences to those he has left behind.

LLoyds in Mahopac burned as well. They did rebuild and eventually become Dills which has since closed. I believe it is a stone yard now.

Good point.

This is true. They really should--maybe the federal govt or someone step up and come up with a standard across the country--could eliminate alot of confusion as well as improve safety of the roadway's

Understandable--but it also says--and the use of blue lights on vehicles shall be restricted for use only by a volunteer firefighter -- does not reflect the recent change for police agencies-- does any one have the updated revisions? Does it state police vehicles, emergency vehicles? I understood police could have them to the rear--yet there are some that face front, rear, as well as rotator's. So--how is this enforced? I am certainly not trying to argue--just bringing up some points I feel are valid. Personally--if it would improve the safety of my crew in any way--I would put pink and purple lights if I had to.

Good thing Louie doesn't buff as many calls as he used to then huh Ed?!? Antennas and velcro!!!

It was just a matter of time--best of luck to Firematic. Maybe they can win back some of the previous Pierce departments that were not fans of Tyler.

I suggest you make an appointment to speak with the chiefs regarding the matter. Maybe there is something you missed when the reasoning was explained to you. Thank you for your cooperation and understanding.

I have rescinded my earlier post--thanks Jack--I didn't see the need to air any department's "dirty laundry". We can accomplish the same thing with out mentioning names. Anyway--to respond to the questions--Yes the Chief has SOP's in place for a lot of things including physicals. And honestly--there is more to the story than what was revealed. IMO--the rules are the rules--no matter where you go--agree or disagree.

Hydrant--what is that--we don't need no stinking hydrant. We just have to teach our dogs to use a tree instead. If you happen to find one--yes it may be easier to fill BUT the key is finding one. For extended water shuttle operations, a source truck is ideal. Especially when you have multiple tankers. Set up a manifold on the discharge of the source with different size hoses off it to accommodate what ever you are refilling. Saves time etc... As far as the size and safety discussion-- Our tanker is 37' long and carries 2,500--there are some places that it just isn't a comfortable fit. Granted it is a custom cab not a commercial but still--that tanker at 4,000 gallons has gotta be massive. And I can see Seth's point about other trucks on the road but oil is -- I believe a tad lighter, I highly doubt that there is a tandem 4,000 gallon fuel truck running around Kent, and there is not a whole lot of other equipment on an oil truck. Actually, I believe it is Pidala Fuel that has a mini fuel truck for some of the roads on the West side. While having that amount of water on an initial response is not a bad thing--BUT you still have to be able to get it there. We carry 1,000 on each first due engine (A or B side of the district). Following that is 2,000 T/P, and 2,500 T/P. That is a lot of water. If you need more than 1,000 gallons--you have decent fire, more than 3,000--you are developing a problem, more than 5,500--you are gonna be there for a while anyway. I am a firm believer in effective/properly applied hose streams and "water conservation". Don't take this the wrong way--this is my opinion. If it works for them then great. My choice would be something a little more manageable that's all--just my opinion. Please do not take this as a personal or department attack. Just trying to have a healthy discussion. I wish all of the members of the Kent VFD the best of luck and wish many years of trouble free service with their newest addition.

I will take a guess and say Specialty Warning in Danbury--looks like their shop--But--that is just a guess.

First define electrical--chassis or with the added on stuff to make it fire apparatus? Depending on the problem--many chassis electrical problems can be caused by the apparatus manufacturer during the "conversion". Personally I would prefer a custom for a variety of reasons--first and foremost the safety aspect but if I had to choose--International, GM, Ford--not the way to go. Sterling is kinda odd to me--looks like a Ford yet some have Dodge similarities. I would lean toward the big boys Mack, Peterbuilt, Kenworth.

That was funny Eddie MVFD--I am assuming - dillon meant Mt.Vernon correct?

Steve--Thanks for the link. I have all the correct PL's for the local stuff--I just can't figure out why I am hearing both LMFD's link to 26 as well as somewhere upstate on 453.275. On their district wide I hear Poughkeepsie but only when I have monitor on. This is a strange thing. I am thinking maybe they are using the same PL. I think the dispatchers numbers are n the 900's. Can't seem to catch the county though. They usually do a morning sign on station ID at around 8am.