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How to Decipher Crown Firecoach Model Information
By Mike Britt, CFE President and Historian All vehicles manufactured by the Firecoach Division of Crown Coach had a builder’s plate which Crown called the “Vehicle Record Plate” located in… Read More from How to Decipher Crown Firecoach Model Information
Routine Maintenance of Fire Truck Hydraulic Brake Systems
By Doug Klink The braking system on your fire truck can be one of several types; mechanical, all hydraulic, or straight air. Mechanical brakes and air brakes (especially for those… Read More from Routine Maintenance of Fire Truck Hydraulic Brake Systems
Lubricant Oils
For some of the very early rigs I have seen graphite and tallow suggested as a gear box lubricant. Lubricating oils have come a long way since then! When asked… Read More from Lubricant Oils
Crown Firecoach Serial and Vehicle Identification Numbers
By Mike Britt, CFE President and Historian The serial number for a Crown Firecoach is often referred to as the “F-number” because the 4-digit serial number Crown used was preceded… Read More from Crown Firecoach Serial and Vehicle Identification Numbers
