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Haven't seen the Camaro lately. More than likely it was a Crown Vic(Police Interceptor). It gets up to about 140, it takes soon time. I once got my stock Ford Focus up to 106, and then the computer limiter kicked in.

While looking at the News12 website I came across this article: Delayed FD response claimed Basically a homeowner in Pamona dials 911 to report a brush fire that is spreading to his house. The 911 operator gets the info and transfers the call to FD. In the process the call got dropped. Fd was still dispatched based on the info the dispatcher has. Now the homeowner feels that the response was delayed, since the call was disconnected. Only one call should be made, why is there a need to transfer the caller to another dispatcher, who is more than likely going to ask the same questions. Eliminate the perception to the public that they are being bounced from dispatcher to dispatcher.

10 codes are still acceptable, but at a large scale incident there must be a way to overcome different 10-code system. This was discussed in Spet 2005. Check out this thread : http://emtbravo.net/index.php?showtopic=6810&hl=10+codes

Here is a picture of a FJ Cruiser I found online. When my wife ordered her Toyota, the dealership had one, it was sold already. Dealer stated that you basically can not test drive at this time, if you order now, it would be at least a 6 month wait. Similar to when the Prius first came out. It can drive thru almost 35-36 inches of water. Same engine as the 4-Runner. Inside has rubberized floor, very comfortable seats, good set up. Two door, with rear suicide half doors for easy access to rear seats.

They definitely deeserve this. As for FD help. I was about to make a suggestion that since Jim Arena is the ex-chief of Katonah, and Jimmyboy was a member in several departments, maybe Katonah FD, or other FD's in the area could offer their Rescue to block the house for its unveiling. Instead of "MOVE THAT BUS", it would be "MOVE THAT FIRE TRUCK". Anyone from Katonah FD, Or other FD that could discuss this topic, and approach the production crew with it?

yeah, that doesn't look good. After the fire is out, yes I could see using a sawz-all to open up the hood to ensure everything is out, and battery disconnected. Sawz-alls also does wonders in removing windshields during extrication calls.

Sounds like typical DMV nonsense. I have sen plenty of rigs with historic plates in private collections. I have even seen old(think 1960) NYPD rmps in private collections. The DMV (some offices, not all) are staffed by complete morons. I think this is why Putnam County DMV offices charge a surcharge for non county residents, beacase too many people got fed up with the nonsense in the White Plains Office. I think the counties can set up and run the DMV offices for the state. My advice is to try another office, The office in Carmel has alawys been a pleasure to deal with. The staff there is friendly and helpful.

I never really liked the piercing nozzle. Ours was always kept in a compartment, and took to long to deploy onto a hose line. It was always easier to go with hand tools and regular nozzle. One trick I picked up somewhere, was to use the pointed end of a haligan to pierce the hood(strike with axe) and use a dry chem extinguisher thru the hole for quick knock down if the fire is still small(contained to engine).

Just looking at Firetec's website, go to just sold link on the right side. It lists where the apparatus came from, and where it went. Look here for Katonah's old tanker: Firetec.com , Katonah's old tanker Also found one of Putnam Valley's old pieces, looks like an engine, see it here atFiretec.com, Putnam Valley Scroll down, it is at the bottom right of the page

Just have to wait and see how well the system works in midtown Manhattan, with all the tall buildings.

Not sure about de-commisioning a piece of apparatus, I think it depends on the needs of the dept., and condition of that apparatus.Looking for a used fire truck, try Ebay (search for firetruck, fire truck, fire engine, pumper (I did it today, there are almost 25 pieces, of varying age and condition). Also try sites such asFiretec.com , or just do a search for used fire apparatus, used fire trucks, etc. Price depends on condition, age, type of apparatus. I have seen apparatus from the 1950s/1960's for as little as a few thousand dollars. As for getting a used fire truck, it is just like buying a used car, have your mechanic go over it before you make an offer. Look at body/engine/pump/tank/aeriel device/etc. Again it is all on the needs of the dept. and their budget. When Pleasantville Ladder 39 (1949 ALF 65'stick) blew its motor (original Junior V-12, gas powered) in 1992, there was discussion of repowering with a diesel engine. It would have only cost about $9000 from what I remember, but do you really want to put that much money into a 2nd due ladder of that age? It was easier to justify selling it off to a collector, and start looking to replace the 1st due tower ladder 5. a 1974 Mack/Baker 75' ft boom. Just under 3 years later, Pleasantville got its current TL-5. As for a large field of used fire turcks, that would be a collectors dream, but thats it, just a dream.

Yes, they can , and most likely are that stupid. Perhaps Pville2371 can help me out with this one, Several years ago right after Pleasantville got 5 inch hose, someone (a civilian) ran over and burst a length of 5" hose. If I rememeber correctly, our commissioner wanted to send a bill to the person, in order to replace the damaged length.

For easy access to a trunk, take the pointed end of a haligan tool and place it next to the lock cylinder. Strike the flat end of the haligan with an axe/sledghammer and drive the point thru the sheet metal. Then use the adz end of the haligan tool as a leverage as you lift the haligan, pulling so that the point is pushing on the back of the lock cylinder. Or, put the haligan point thru the lock, and jimmy open with a screw driver. For hoods, I've always felt it was easier/quicker to pry open part of the hood and shove the nozzle in, to knock down the fire. After the fire is out, then you can worry about opening the hood all the way, safely.

It doesn't take much to rupture a hose, that car is probably a good 4000 pounds. I wonder what he was thinking, a drive-by size up? Never let anyone drive over your hose once you are flowing water thru it.

First off, good thing everyone involved (on your end is ok). Second, I agree with JBE...run him over respond to deadly force with ...DEADLY FORCE. Finally, as for carrying a knife, watch "The Untouchables". Famous Sean Connery line "Silly WOP brings a knife to gun fight."

Sounds like a good idea, that and If you can, make sure those fast teams have extra cold water/gatorade availible., Something that could easily thrown on top of the other gear to cool off and re-hydrate any exhausted firefighter that requires assistance.

Hahn's did have the rounded edges, but overall, still pretty boxy, but still a classic.

What was the name of the manufacturer, if you remember? Could it be the Sutphen 'Imperial'..Check out the Sutphen Corporation site, and click on Imperial....Click her for link: Sutphen Corp.

This is a good site for anyone who owns and old American Lafrance. I found this sight while looking for and old ALF my dept used to own(yes, Ladder 39 from my other post). This sight seems like a good place to find old apparatus, old parts, info on repairs. Here is the link: ALF owners.com PS . some from ALFowners did get me a lead to where Ladder 39 is, I am in the process on trying to contact them.

Yes, its Ladder 39. The pictures are very dark, and I cleaned them up th ebest I could. The photo from 1977 is before the white fiberglass roof was added in mid 80's. Siren/Light was originally mounted center top of windshield.

Finally found a picture of Ladder 39, a 1949 American LaFrance. It is about about half way down the page, right after former E-259, a 1948 American Lafrance. Firepics.net

The last picture I found is a piece of apparatus from Ft. Miley, California. I can not find any info on this piece of apparatus, but it looks to be in great condition.

Found a few more pictures today. First is a classic American Lafrance from Great Neck, Long Island, assigned at one time to Alert No. 1. Next is Thornwood's antique, A Ford Model T

probably volunteer VAC members. Remember the media sees anyone from EMS, and thinks that person is a paramedic.

Not trying to start a fight either, but the politicians at the time looked at the cost of affordable housing, and turned their backs on it. I agree that some municipalities need to take a serious, unbiased look at their emergency service (fire/ems) and see where it is going. If the need for paid services maybe required, then they need to start planning. Starting a paid service can not occur overnight. Thing like staffing/benefits/budget/equipment/housing/training all need to be addressed now. Its not like Fire Dept. XYZ can call up the county Dept. of Personnel tommorrow and say " we need 10 firefighters, right away". Again, I get the feeling that a lot of politicians are turning their backs on this issue, just like they did 16 years ago. "If I don't see the problem, then there is no problems to be seen"