Lakewood Fire Truck 01

On September 29, a 107-year-old veteran of the Lakewood Fire Department returned home. Lakewood Fire Engine 01, a 1912 LaFrance came back to Lakewood Fire Department. Some photos from the arrival and a link to a video. ©2019 Lakewoodobserver.com

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  • The 1912 LaFrance arrives safely thanks to Matt Roche and Priemere Trucking.

  • Clark Engine 17 arrives, and is reborn as Lakewood Fire Engine 01 again.

  • At 107-years-old it is so removed from today's trucks it is staggering.

  • The gearshift, brake, choke, primer...

  • Wood wheels.

  • Water is added to the radiator.

  • Chain drive!

  • To only one wheel.

  • The original hose reel.

  • Time climbs in to get it off the truck.

  • Back down on the ground.

  • If you would like to see this monster started for the first time on :alewood soil. CLICK HERE

  • Period correct hoses.

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