Utica NY 1949 American LaFrance pumper

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I guess the rest of the fender has a big hole in it.  The repair guy said the fabrication job would be a lot of work, and if we could find replacement fenders, we would be better off.  We also need the kick plates from both sides under the doors.  The photo above was taken before the rig was dismantled for refurbing, by a garage that never finished the job.  Some parts are missing, including the plates.  We are now taking it to a new repair shop to finish. 

 Yeah, if you have to pay someone to do the work then used fenders in good shape would be cheaper. But as a last resort rust holes can be cut out and patched and dents fixed.