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I agree that an updated version of the rig is needed.... I do however, have a few comments to respond to: Rigs should not be used based on levels of "interest". Rigs are to respond based on SOP/SOG's set forth by the officers of the department. MA-10 always had its assigned runs and never had a problem getting on the street when I was an officer. Historically a rookie chauffeur had to qualify on MA-10 before they could begin driver training on any of the full sized rigs with the truck and tanker coming last. I'm not sure if that changed in the past 7 years but honestly it shouldn't have. Finally, the fact that the rig having a manual transmission was a factor to folks not driving it is frustrating to me. In my mind, if you are not capable of mastering the relatively simple task of driving a vehicle with a manual transmission, then how can you possibly master the complex study and execution of fire-ground hydraulics, rural water supply, aerial operations, etc, etc... The old MA-10 has a silky smooth, fully synchronized transmission, a very predictable clutch action, and enough torque that it's nearly impossible to stall.... If anything its a great rig to teach someone how to operate an emergency vehicle AND how to drive stick on simultaneously. I taught more then one member how to drive stick on it.... Just try and drive the Brockway and see what a real manual transmission is like!!!! I'm not sayin'... I'm just sayin'

Although not involved in the design of this rig it has been discussed for quite some time. MA-10 has always been a unique rig with much to offer not only to the residents of Millwood but to anyone in need of mutual aid. The current MA-10 with 750gpm pump and 1000+ feet of 4 inch hose could go places that a traditional Class A pumper couldn't and provide nearly as much capacity. With a good water supply I personally have pumped over 1000gpm through it. Unfortunately, not many other departments recognized (despite our efforts to let its capabilities be known) that this was more than a typical 200-400gpm brush truck / mini pumper. The new rig will undoubtedly take the next step in providing even greater versatility and firepower by doubling the amount of water to 300gal and increasing the pump capacity to 1000gpm. Although the rig will be slightly longer due to it being a crew cab, the addition of 3 more firefighters and air paks will make this rig a fully functioning engine and create a great all terrain all weather suppression unit. It's perfect for operating in gated driveways, narrow alleys, off road behind large residences, static water sources, etc. Even though I no longer live in Millwood, I would encourage Northern Westchester departments to learn as much about the capabilities of this rig as possible and see where it might be of beneficial use... I believe Goldens Bridge has similar capabilities with E139 also carrying LDH and having a 1000gpm pump on a F550 chassis.

Refreshing to see a recruitment video that doesn't involve dash cam of the rig cruising down the road with the Q pinned. A+

Unfortunately for our friend the news is not good. Rest Easy Brother. http://www.thedenverchannel.com/news/31298713/detail.html

you're assuming that the car would be spec'd with a Hemi and not a V6

Um.... No (*)

Sage... Exactly what I was hinting at (*)

Just curious, what is unbelievable? (*)

There is, or was, an old post box at Millwood Headquarters where aging flags could be dropped so that those who respect The Flag could dispose of them with honor. (*)

A nearly identical car will be offered by Chevy in 2013 badged as the Chevy SS. They are both built off the GM Zeta chassis out of Australia. This is the same car as the not in time Pontiac G8. The police edition has a slightly stretched wheelbase. Chevy SS: http://www.blogcdn.com/www.autoblog.com/media/2012/04/wcapricessilluscdauto420121-opt.jpg Twin Brother from GM's Aussie subsidiary Holden: http://lead-lap.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/05/commodore1a.jpg As a race car in the Aussie V8 Supercar Championship. http://www4.pictures.gi.zimbio.com/V8+Supercars+Testing+U8txwdlqD2gl.jpg (*)

Who is paying for tens of thousands of gallons of water if it's coming off a municipal hydrant ? (*)

NY tap water is indeed the best in the world. (*)

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Every rig has its critics. The crew in the city complains about the new Seagraves along with the Ferraras. In the end NYC doesn't care. As long as the rigs meet the bid requirements and are cheap it's a done deal. KME severe service rigs have been fine in LA for years I'm sure they'll be adequate in NYC. (*)

Take an load off Levon. (*)

I've rented two terrains on business lately. One with the Denali package. Like them but I have also rented a bunch of Edges and find that the Ford product is superior in almost all aspects. If you really want a great car for the buck buy a Jetta diesel wagon. They get 40+ and have tons of room. (*)

The P&R unit referenced is called a B unit. Many popular freight and passenger locomotives were produced in B units and were lashed up behind there traditional A unit twins for additional power. They are identical in every way minus the cab. None are known to be in production any more. The GRR unit Seth posted is a slug however. No fuel tanks under frame, no exhaust, no cooling fans all equal no engine for motive power. (*)

What you are looking at is the called the dog box or as others refer to it the dog house. Some of us are very fond of that old setup. (*)

I wouldn't be so sure. Lots of those little Mosquitos are trailered around. They don't have big fuel tanks nor are they comfortable for long flights so they arrive by trailer get in the air for what they need and land back on the trailer. Another example of trailering to the scene is for agricultural aviation. Why incur the fuel and flying costs when you can bring the bird to its job behind a pickup that burns pump fuel. (*)

FYI I am getting view, post, messenger, and notification functionality on my iPhone without issue using the vBulletin app. And I just edited this post (*)

Check what the lawyers got... It's always a better slice... (*)

Is this the son of the late Lt. Neuner (585) also of Brewster and the PCSO? (*)

Go to the app store... Then to vBulletin Mobile and then search for EMTBravo within the boards that they support. I've been using it for a few years now. The vBulletin app doesn't get great reviews BUT I've never had a problem with it and love the functionality.

I like the look and feel of the mobile update (which I am not sure if it's related to the main page update) for the iPhone app. But as you can see, the word * appears after you post using the mobile version. See below. (*)

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