So, without seeing the thing up close, or any detailed shots, (Squirrel, I'm still waiting), I can see a few subtle differences from this batch and the last three we got.
First, cosmetically, I personally am NOT crazy about the gold stripe. I really wish it was white. However, I DO LOVE the all red! The first thing I noticed is that the AC units seem to sit further back on the cab, allowing the short light bar to be in front of it, on an angle. The last three units, the short light bar is behind it and comes straight off the side.
The Q has been recessed, if it is a real Q, in the front bumper. It has black rubber fenderettes instead of chrome. There is a compartment that has been added on the tractor, behind the driver's door. I'm guessing this is access to the interior EMS compartment. It's hard to tell, but I believe there are two little compartments on the lower, rear of the cab, right behind the steps to get into the crew compartment. Another observation is there is storage for either the roof ladder, or a Stokes basket on the exterior of the bed section, behind the sign. If this for Stokes basket storage, then I guess we just took 20 steps back. That's going to suck.
Again, these are quick observations, I haven't seen the thing up close.
First, cosmetically, I personally am NOT crazy about the gold stripe. I really wish it was white. However, I DO LOVE the all red! The first thing I noticed is that the AC units seem to sit further back on the cab, allowing the short light bar to be in front of it, on an angle. The last three units, the short light bar is behind it and comes straight off the side.
The Q has been recessed, if it is a real Q, in the front bumper. It has black rubber fenderettes instead of chrome. There is a compartment that has been added on the tractor, behind the driver's door. I'm guessing this is access to the interior EMS compartment. It's hard to tell, but I believe there are two little compartments on the lower, rear of the cab, right behind the steps to get into the crew compartment. Another observation is there is storage for either the roof ladder, or a Stokes basket on the exterior of the bed section, behind the sign. If this for Stokes basket storage, then I guess we just took 20 steps back. That's going to suck.
Again, these are quick observations, I haven't seen the thing up close.
A large part of my collection was purchased from a GOOD man, John Floyd. I give him FULL credit on his work, although I may miss something. Thanks John. Also Scott Mattson, Warren Jenkins, Michael Schwartzberg, and Mike Sanders. Thanks Guys.
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