a few quick highlights from the 2018 Annual Chicago Fire Engine Rally & Swap Meet

Steve Redick photo

Steve Redick photo

Bill Friedrich photo
a few quick highlights from the 2018 Annual Chicago Fire Engine Rally & Swap Meet
Steve Redick photo
Steve Redick photo
Bill Friedrich photo
Tags: 1028 Annual Chicago Fire Engine Rally & Swap Meet, antique Chicago FD FWD tractor-drawn aerial ladder truck, Bill Friedrich, historic fire truck photos, Steve Redick
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#1 by Bob D. on June 17, 2018 - 2:21 PM
If father Tom needs any parts, drivetrain or body parts, trim, or interior parts I will try to help you out ,I have 2 tractors and 1 cab and chassis,I traded parts with you many years ago. Your rig looks great.
#2 by marc on June 17, 2018 - 1:54 PM
thanks for all the pictures!!!!!!!
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#3 by Old Timer on June 17, 2018 - 7:19 AM
FATHER TOM FRANZMAN
A WORK IN PROGRESS. Father Tom rebuilt this unit from the ground up. He is still working on all the ladders and ancillary gear .
#4 by Mike L on June 17, 2018 - 6:31 AM
Great pics, Steve! They have done a wonderful job restoring it so far. Who was lucky enough to land that rig?
#5 by JKeys on June 16, 2018 - 11:39 PM
Beautiful.