1947 Ford SOLD in 2006

This truck was built by Ford and competed by the General Fire Truck Company in Detroit Mi. It still carries the prewar design and shape. A V-8 flat head motor and a 2-speed rear end power this truck. It can pump from either side, from a connector or a water source. It carries 500 ft. of hose and 2 small service lines for grass or smaller fires. It carries 500 gallons of water.

This truck was first in service at the Ford River Rouge Plant in 1947 and then sold after one year to New Baltimore Fire Dept., New Baltimore, Mi. It served from 1948 to 1984. Sold to highest bidder, it was not cared for and later sold to Mr. Lester Terry of Clinton Twp. Mi, Restoration process began and Mr. Terry put the truck in many events for years. Mr. Lind purchased the truck in 1999 and began a new restoration process. The truck travels to many of the great summer time events in the Mid West and Canada. It’s a great show stopper where ever she goes. The truck’s named in honor of Mr. Terry, ‘Old Les’.

1950 American LaFrance SOLD in 2005

This version of ladder truck was to aid fire companies in fire fighting of medium to tall building. This is a LADDER TRUCK, it does not pump water, it carries (9) different types and sizes of ladders. The lower ladders are different sizes to help in reaching 2-4 story building; they are carried in the rear of the truck and pulled out for use.

The main 85-foot ladder is can be raised and lower to correct height as needed in a 360-degree radius. There are other fire fighting equipment on the truck, such as axes, saws, ropes and lights to aid the firemen. Detroit Diesel is the power plant for this truck

This truck was first used in Red Lion, Pa, and then sold to Rochester Fire Dept, Rochester, MI. Mr. Lind purchased the truck in 2001 and restoration is on going process with this truck. It takes part in many parades and events throughout the year.