1978 American LaFrance Century Series Engine

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I just arrived home late yesterday afternoon with the newest addition to the family, a 1978 American LaFrance Century Series Engine. The story behind this one is much the same as its [url="http://www.firepics.net/groupboards/index.php?showtopic=4298"]predecessor[/url], minus the part about driving it straight out of the station. It was already in Columbus, Ohio, when I picked it up.



I’m very proud to introduce Marion Fire Department Engine 21. It’s powered by a healthy 6V92 Detroit Diesel Engine and has a 1500 G.P.M. Pump. It spent its entire service life with the Marion Fire Department in Marion, Ohio, and of course, it was one of two American LaFrance engines that arrived in town shortly after Engine 3 was retired in 1977. With only 30,174 miles on the odometer/6,226 hours on the clock, it’s still a baby. It’s an absolute pleasure to drive.



Even though Marion abandoned their traditional gray paint scheme by the time Engine 21 was purchased, I’m still very, very happy to have it. I’ve wanted it since I saw it several years ago when we passed through Marion. It was by chance that I stumbled upon it for sale this past December. I’m still not sure how I got so lucky, but regardless, the tradition continues!



The weather hasn't been very good for picture taking these past few days, but there will be plenty of time for more pictures later.