45′ fire engine
In our fire collection we own a 1945 Diamond T fire engine. It appears to be complete. We are working on restoring it to its original condition. Does anyone know where we can find some factory photos? »
Matt replied to the topic Will 212 front bumper fit a model 80? in the forum Sharing my little bit of knowledge! 10 years, 6 months ago
Do you still have this bumper? If you established that it was to wide, and can not use it, I need one! Contact me if you wish to sell it. ph: 407-843-3676 email: pbf@poweredbyford.com Thank you, Scott.
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rjkinney replied to the topic 1948 201 Restoration questions in the forum Truck Talk, in General 10 years, 6 months ago
Thanks, I will give it a try this weekend.
Jim Power replied to the topic 1948 201 Restoration questions in the forum Truck Talk, in General 10 years, 6 months ago
Hey there,
Jim Power here.
The horn button is pretty simple. Push the button with the palm of your hand as if you are honking it and rotate it from 12 o’clock, counter clockwise to the 10 o’clock position. It will unlock and pop out. There should be the button itself, a brass cup (or two). You should then be able to see the ‘hot’ wire button…[Read more]
Joemartin replied to the topic 1948 201 Restoration questions in the forum Truck Talk, in General 10 years, 6 months ago
Welcome, rj. I am restoring a 306H. Both of our trucks have a lot in common from the cab forward. I will be dealing with the horn button on my truck real soon too. If you don’t get an answer from someone on this forum. I have a contact in Texas that has been very helpful. His name is Tom Warren and his family is in the business of restoring…[Read more]
In our fire collection we own a 1945 Diamond T fire engine. It appears to be complete. We are working on restoring it to its original condition. Does anyone know where we can find some factory photos? »
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