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Keith,
I haven't been on here much lately. I'm sure glad I checked in today.
It sure sounds like you had a great trip to Chicago. That's great that you were able to get your hands on such a treasure trove of old photos. I'll be there are some great pics in the bunch.
The brick ceremony seems like it was a very touching event. Good for you for keeping a bit of history alive. Once again, my hat is off to you
Got some of the pics back from the photo lab. After looking at my previously posted new pic of the truck in which I noted the #46 on the back, I realized that its the end of the license plate and not the vehicle being numbered. Oh well! I just posted this pic in the thru the windshield picture thread. Can anyone identify the Chief's vehicle? Thanks
Thanks Joe. Sorry for the delay in responding to you.
Have good news and bad news about the truck. We went out 2 days ago and upgraded the fuel & ignition systems. I bought a 4psi Holley fuel pump and it was installed along with a Pertronix system. She is running good now. My buddy followed me in my truck as I drove a few miles. No tow strap needed!!
Bad news is that the warehouse that I have been storing the truck in has a contract on it. The buyer has 20 days to back out but if he doesn't I will have to be out by Sep 7th. I am kicking myself for not looking the past 15 months for an alternate place. I knew it was for sale but didn't think he would get his 250K price. Now I am under pressure to find another place and its not a place I really want to be in. I have been calling and driving around trying to find something. One possibility may be opening at $366 a month. I have been paying $255. I will keep searching and hopefully something will turn up again!
Also got an email from a man whose great-grandfather started the Chicago Board of Underwriters and whose uncle ran it in 50's. They started the Chicago Fire Patrol. He is offering me 2 free helmet fronts: A Patrol 5 captains and a Patrol 1 patrolmans. They are work at least $200 a piece. I told him I would send him a book as a token of my appreciation.
I send some pics when I get them next week.
Thanks Joe. Sorry for the delay in responding to you.
Have good news and bad news about the truck. We went out 2 days ago and upgraded the fuel & ignition systems. I bought a 4psi Holley fuel pump and it was installed along with a Pertronix system. She is running good now. My buddy followed me in my truck as I drove a few miles. No tow strap needed!!
Bad news is that the warehouse that I have been storing the truck in has a contract on it. The buyer has 20 days to back out but if he doesn't I will have to be out by Sep 7th. I am kicking myself for not looking the past 15 months for an alternate place. I knew it was for sale but didn't think he would get his 250K price. Now I am under pressure to find another place and its not a place I really want to be in. I have been calling and driving around trying to find something. One possibility may be opening at $366 a month. I have been paying $255. I will keep searching and hopefully something will turn up again!
Also got an email from a man whose great-grandfather started the Chicago Board of Underwriters and whose uncle ran it in 50's. They started the Chicago Fire Patrol. He is offering me 2 free helmet fronts: A Patrol 5 captains and a Patrol 1 patrolmans. They are work at least $200 a piece. I told him I would send him a book as a token of my appreciation.
I send some pics when I get them next week.
Well, the good news is really good news. I bet you were grinning again on that drive, once you realized it was fixed.
That sucks about losing the storage spot, but good things happen to good guys, so something will appear for you.
And it's really cool that you'll get those two helmet fronts. Can't wait to see the pics...
Thanks Joe! Yes, I was smiling! The last time I got to drive her was late April. Thats a long time to wait. My boys have been on me to get her running again. Its a little weird to hear the fuel pump running but I'll get used to it. My friend also found out that the points weren't grounded and he said he was surprised that it even ran. Thanks for the encouragement!
Thanks Guys!! Looks like I got the storage situation worked out. I found a warehouse literally 5 minutes from my house. If I got it the truck and drove it home it wouldn't be warmed up yet LOL!! Its a 12x30 and the first month is $1 so it come out to $265 a month. The downsides are no electricity, no working on the truck and not a straight pull in. It will take some minor maneuvering to get it in there. What a relief to find a place. Definitely a load off my mind.
Thanks Guys!! Looks like I got the storage situation worked out. I found a warehouse literally 5 minutes from my house. If I got it the truck and drove it home it wouldn't be warmed up yet LOL!! Its a 12x30 and the first month is $1 so it come out to $265 a month. The downsides are no electricity, no working on the truck and not a straight pull in. It will take some minor maneuvering to get it in there. What a relief to find a place. Definitely a load off my mind.
