General Specs
1952 Dodge R2 Crash Rescue Truck. One of 305 built makes this one of the rarest M37 series trucks. Built under contract for the USAF based on the M56 Cab and Chassis.
Truck restored with as many NOS parts available from the ground up:
New brakes, wheel cylinders and Master Cylinder. New front and rear wheel bearings .
The engine has been completely rebuilt, including NOS Exhaust manifold, Camshaft, All valves and springs. NOS Water pump, thermostat housing, Intake manifold. I put a 60 amp internal regulated generator on this truck for reliability purposes. I have the original alternator and all mounting hardware and a spare voltage regulator.
All tools and equipment. Original Mall Rescue saw and the Alco-Lite Rescue ladder that is an extension ladder and also makes into a free standing a-frame ladder. All original data plates. NOS Radio. 2 fire suits, helmet, one NOS, tool belts, and all small tools issued with the R2.
Missing the Governor and the Teleflex unit that pressurizes the foam tank. Generator is a replacement 110/220 volt and is completely functional. Cord reel, all lights, siren, flood and body lights work.
NOS wiring harness front to rear and new wiring harness in rear body. Truck has less than 200 miles on it since rebuilt and has been kept inside.
Winch completely rebuilt with new cable and hook, NOS PTO shaft, NOS PTO with the double end to drive the Generator. Set of reproduction R2 Manuals and also have the original build card that was found on the frame during restoration.
since the web site for the engine for sale in Cedar City, UT was posted above ( post # 202), I thought I would post pics of the rig (for history and reference) also as the ad will eventually disapear and the pic's would be lost..
Mike
7/14/2010
I just looked at this Fire Truck (in Cedar City, UT as pictured in post #207) and would be happy to pass on any info if you are interested in buying it. It would be a great truck and is in excellent condition and includes lots of good 'fireman' stuff. PM me for info. I do not have any connection with the seller- other than spending an hour or so looking at the truck.
It would be nice to see this truck go to a good home. I have no room for another truck! You could get this truck for 2k- no kidding... (Cedar City is not that far from SoCal!!!)
ebay auction item #330447862478
ended Jul 08, 201009:53:39 PDT
top bid $5417.00 with 20 bids total
Title: 1943 Chevrolet General Fire Truck
Mileage: 7,001 miles
Location: Norwich, New York
Vehicle Information
VIN: 8NJ2818274T98
Vehicle title: Clear
Condition: Used
Features
Type: Fire Engine make: GMC
Transmission type: Manual
Class: Class 2 (6,001-10,000 lbs.)
Engine horsepower: --
Transmission speeds: 4 Speed
Fuel type: Gas Suspension type: --
Tire size: 20 inches
Number of axles: Single
narrative:
This fire truck was built for the US Government as part of the WWII effort. It was scheduled to be shipped to the Pacific Theatre, but never made it, as the war ended. It was then used by a small rural New York Fire Department (McDonough, NY).
The mileage of 7,001 miles is correct to the best of our knowledge, but is not guaranteed. The truck is powered by a 6-cylinder overhead-valve engine of General Motors origin. There is no rust-out on the truck. The truck is roadworthy, and has been driven to local parades and events recently.
Equipment includes: fire radio, Indian tank hand pumps, axe, 2 1/2 inch hose, hard suction hose, helmets, fire coats, electronic siren, federal siren, pike pole, CO2 fire extinguisher, booster hose & reel, front-mount Barton pump, and 2 Acme all-purpose gas masks. Please note that the Barton pump is missing a part, and does not work. Additionally, the passenger window is cracked.
To the best of our knowledge, the truck is a Class 325. More information about this truck can be found at Fire Trucks of WWII | Vehicles of Victory, LLC
This fire truck is being sold by the Northeast Classic Car Museum, located at 24 Rexford Street, Norwich, NY, and is available for inspection at the Museum from 9am-5pm, 7 days per week
"It is a CLASS 325 4x4 on a 1-1/2 ton Military Chevrolet platform and mounting an F-300 Barton Centrifugal pump.
It is not entirely original in that:
1. the ladder rack was added
2. at least the right rear storage (and maybe the left) have been removed
3. the siren on the left front fender is not issue.
The vehicle description calls for a GMC engine, wrong. The engine would have been a Chevrolet..
Unfortunately lacking the HVIN we cannot know about its beginnings"
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no connection with sale or seller..posted for reference and info purposes only..
1987 American General 6X6 water tender with a 2200 gallon water tank and a gas powered 350 gpm Darly pump. It is also equipped with a 20,000 lb pto driven winch.
1952 Dodge R2 Crash Rescue Truck 1/2
