Our US fire ladder truck has a number of bookings in 2025 and to be ready for the season it is in for checking. The ladder cables needed adjusting and during inspection we noted that 2 pullies were worn. Not an off the shelf item so we have made them from scratch. Now refitted and cables to be adjusted.
The rear wheels are off and brakes, hubs and bearing inspection. A few minor repairs plus a repaint of the wheels and hubs. 3 of the 8 tyres are showing signs that replacement is going to be required in the not too distant future. The Tyre size is an issue – 12R22.5 (currently Goodyear G622RSD) not available in the UK. These are primarily off road and not ideally suited to it’s current use. We are looking for suitable alternatives and funding assistance would be useful. Any ideas???
We are also remaking some of the cab panelling that has deteriorated with age and that is going well.
The ladder is being repainted where deterioration is found and that is nearing completion.
The crane inspection will take place when this work is complete.
The truck will be at our event days plus :
RocknRibs – Wincanton 18th to 20th July
Bearsted Cars on the Green 27th July
Biddenden Tractor Fest 16-17thAugust
Sittingbourne Carnival 24th August