Recent Purchase "Angus Firefly"

[ellard]

Hi there all

I would to show all my recent purchase.

The 1960 Land Rover "Firefly" Fire Engines were brought into Australia for the Snowy Hydro Scheme. We have now accounted for 4 of these - but we still have reason to believe there is one more out there somewhere.

This Fire Engine after service with the Snowy Hydro Scheme - originally station at Jindabyne was then retired to the Lake Cracken Back Resort.

I have known about the truck for the past 18 months and after lengthly discussions with the Resorts Managment, have purchased it will be heading to SA for restoration.

I am a little unsure of the exact build date - but suspect is approx a 1960 series II Firefly (built by Angus Fire in the UK). Like all Fire Engines it has done very low KM from new and still fitted with original tyres, water pump is a PTO drive Coventry Climax pump (350 gpm). (it also has an after market petrol pump fitted)

I will be heading interstate towards the end of March to pick it up...and will look quite a home with the others in the shed.



https://www.aulro.com/afvb/images/imported/2009/02/1359.jpg

https://www.aulro.com/afvb/images/imported/2009/02/1360.jpg

Enjoy

Wayne

[Shonky]

I've said it once, I'll say it again...

Very, very, very nice truck Wayne!

Here's to another one saved to live a bright future as part of Station #196 Ellard Homestead Fire Service! :D

[rangieman]

Very nice ,great save mate:D

[juddy]

Wheres the other ones????

[Lotz-A-Landies]

Wheres the other ones????One of them lives in Sydney

https://www.aulro.com/afvb/images/imported/2009/02/1354.jpg

Another unfortunately died in Sydney, having been owned and dismantled by the Dept. of Sport and Recreation, Narrabeen Training Camp. So keep on the lookout for the pumper body off that one.

Wayne will have to tell us the location of the fourth one.

Diana

[Chucaro]

What a jewel!!! Look after it mate ;)

[ellard]

Hi there

Attached is a picture of the two Fireflys at Cooma........

the fourth one as Diana suggests was destroyed, the fith has only just come to light while researching vehicle numbers (never know it might be a barn find one day)

https://www.aulro.com/afvb/images/imported/2009/02/1353.jpg

All the best

Wayne

[JDNSW]

You are doing well on the fire engines Wayne!

Next you will be giving details of your shed extension!


John

[4bee]

Hi Wayne.
Did I ever send you an image of Firefly, ex Cabramurra?

Is that on your list of existing vehicles?

[digger]

I think you need a fire siren at your home now wayne!!!:angel:

so in the words of plato when he went for a prostate check....where the heck are ya thinking you're gonna put that?

if it goes in alongside you store/work area- where does the s1/s go?

I think the stables look not suitable for the horses--theyre a firehazard!!
...maybe they need a new stables at other end of paddock or to the side...and to make that old stable safe you could concrete the floor, put in walls and a roller door and maybe--just to be safe A FIRETRUCK!!:o:D:twisted:

again i am very jealous!! well done ol mate...what date in march you collecting...need a co-driver?...

again congrats!
digger

(mumbles to self...."mmm AMBOS TOO HARD TO GET, LRPVS ALL OWNED BY TOMMY, FIRE TRUCKS ALL TO ELLARD, AHHHH....BUGGER!!!" KICKS DIRT WALKS AWAY HANDS IN POCKETS!!!)




I am willing to help with the space problem, ill have the s2a, no the s1, nooooooooo BOTH!!!

[Lotz-A-Landies]

(mumbles to self...."mmm AMBOS TOO HARD TO GET, LRPVS ALL OWNED BY TOMMY, FIRE TRUCKS ALL TO ELLARD, AHHHH....BUGGER!!!" KICKS DIRT WALKS AWAY HANDS IN POCKETS!!!)Blood boxes are available, the one in Brissy you mentioned can still be had for a "Buy it Now (http://offer.ebay.com.au/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?BinConfirm&item=150324391150&pt=AU_Cars&quantity=1&fb=1&frompage=284&BidBinInfo=%3CbidInfo%3E%3CID%3E150324391150%3C%2F ID%3E%3CMB%3E%3C%2FMB%3E%3CQTY%3E1%3C%2FQTY%3E%3C% 2FbidInfo%3E)" of $3,500.00 or there's the nothing to spend one from Warwick Lord at $10,000.00

Diana

[Shonky]

The one in Brissy is fairly reaonably priced IMHO...

It has most of its bits and is rough but complete. Assuming no rot problems, it should be an easy resto. :)

Go on... you know you want to...

[digger]

Blood boxes are available, the one in Brissy you mentioned can still be had for a "Buy it Now" of $3,500.00 or there's the nothing to spend one from Warwick Lord at $10,000.00

Diana


The one in Brissy is fairly reaonably priced IMHO...

It has most of its bits and is rough but complete. Assuming no rot problems, it should be an easy resto. :)

Go on... you know you want to...


yeah, but i have to get what I have on road before spending any sort of big moolah on more!!

yes I do want to (especially a fire unit) but no I dont want to sing soprano...so I shall wait!

digger

[ellard]

Hi there all


Next you will be giving details of your shed extension!

John - That has already happen since you last visit......but still not big enough

4Bee


Did I ever send you an image of Firefly, ex Cabramurra?

Is that on your list of existing vehicles?

Are you able to post a picture - and details.....

Digger


where the heck are ya thinking you're gonna put that?

if it goes in alongside you store/work area- where does the s1/s go?


I sold the 80"

Thanks

Wayne

[4bee]

Give me some time & I'll dig it out for you.

[4bee]

Found it( or one of them ;))

This looks like it could be the #2 in your image above.

This was taken in 20th Dec 1989 when it was her last day in the mountains.
I visited her owner some years later & took some more BD (before digital) & I will dig those up if you are interested.
https://www.aulro.com/afvb/images/imported/2009/02/522.jpg

[Lotz-A-Landies]

Had a little win this weekend, Alex the owner of the first Angus Firefly to be delivered to the SMHEA (the single 1960 one) found that he still have the Transfer box Instruction plate with the Chassis Number of the ex-Dept. of Sport and Recreation Narrabeen training camp Land Rover.
It was serial number #3710 the second of the 1961 batch delivered to the SMHEA and should be from the same batch as the Crackenback Village unit recently acquired by Wayne.

This vehicle had lost it's Firefly body some time previously so I wonder if it is the same unit from the Blue Mountains described by Tankradio2 (http://www.aulro.com/afvb/remlr-member-private-chat/72123-need-tell-someone-3.html#post906876) ?

Diana

[4bee]

Diana, just to keep the record straight.:D

The photo was not taken by me but was published in a 'Land Rover Experience' Magazine a few years ago on the day she left the Snowys.

It is an image of the ex- Cabramurra (Snowys) Firefly & therefore was ex-SMHEA.

A few years ago when I saw it, it was near Tumut & in full fire appliance nick.

The article may have some more details, & I will try to dig it up & post them.

[Dinty]

G'day All, Well that could make it David.H's fire appliance cheers Dennis:angel:

[4bee]

That'd be it Dennis. I knew his name was David & you have now reminded me of his surname.:D

[Lotz-A-Landies]

<snip> ...

This vehicle had lost it's Firefly body some time previously so I wonder if it is the same unit from the Blue Mountains described and photographed by 4Bee in 1989?

Diana
Diana, just to keep the record straight.:D
...<snip>
Sorry about that the post in question was not yours (tankradio2) and not even in this thread! Need-tell-someone (http://www.aulro.com/afvb/remlr-member-private-chat/72123-need-tell-someone-3.html#post906876) :(

[ellard]

G'day All, Well that could make it David.H's fire appliance cheers Dennis

Hi there - that would be David Hewett (think that how you spell it)

As for the picture

https://www.aulro.com/afvb/images/imported/2009/02/522.jpg

Its not Alex's Firefly - as there is slight differences with the rear aloy panels & rear bumper. Is also different to the one I purchased

Yaaaaaaya - one month to pick up.....

Wayne

All the best

[ellard]

Hi there

For the record - the serial number is 152103712......

Makes it the last one of the Fireflys delivered to Snowy Hydro Scheme.

Wayne

[olmate]

I do hope this link works... :)

Some photos of Waynes FireFly as it went thru Wodonga this afternoon:

http://www.aulro.com/afvb/north-east-victorian-land-rover-community/60466-spotted-2.html#post942089

She looks great mate. I shall be watching for more photos after you get her home. ;)

[ellard]

Hi there all

Its home safe and sound - was a great trip indeed with a great outcome.

Thanks again Troy for a a cuppa, and the hospitality.

As for the 130 (great car tow car) and did a great job averaging 11-12lts/100km - not to bad as it was a very heavy load.

Just before the border we did a front tail shaft uni joint, was not a major thing as we just removed the front drive shaft and drove the remianing km home on the rear shaft with center diff lock engaged.

Well "as for the firefly" - very impressed with the purchase, the vehcile has only doen 14000miles from new and drives great. The pump runs but will need a new set of bearings in the near future (due to sitting, and lack of lubrication)

Thanks again - and will post pictures later

Wayne

[Dinty]

G'day All, Good to hear that you made it home safely, with only a minor hitch, looking forward to seeing some great pix cheers mate Dennis:angel:
ps bloody border raiders LOL:p:angel:

[ellard]

Hi there all


bloody border raiders

Nice.......:)

As promised "Pictures"

https://www.aulro.com/afvb/images/imported/2011/04/696.jpg

The next pictures are taken today in our creek - its a pleasure to drive, as its only done 14000miles from new. As you can see my young daughter just loves cameras....


The main pump and the friction drive primer works, but have organised to get new bearings as they have been run low in grease.


My initally plan is to polish the fadded paint work and to get everything operational. I am unsure about a total restoration as of yet as it is in very good condition for its age.

https://www.aulro.com/afvb/images/imported/2009/03/219.jpg

You can see within the pictures - I have started cutting and polishing the paint work (see the different colour of the front panels to the rear)

https://www.aulro.com/afvb/images/imported/2009/03/220.jpg

[MickS]

I'd leave as is Wayne - she looks superb. I'm green with envy.

[digger]

:arms::arms::tease::thumbsup::clap2::woot::BigThum b::p"go the border raiders!!!":arms::arms::tease::thumbsup::clap2::Rolling::BigT humb:::p


well done wayne....

I agree, just a cut and polish... can you get the "firefly" stickers remade? or would it be easier to take it to a signwriter and let him/her fill the gaps where the gold has come off (eg fill in the outline)?


very jealous....Youll be runing out of room....being a mate and all I feel I should try and help you out.....when should I come up to collect the s1 fire tender?......:twisted::twisted:


again, well done.....RED BARON!! Now you need a leather flying hat, goggles and a "beegees" scarfe!!

(and by the way, they are impressive but the fact they are all operational is even more impressive...)

digger

PS:- you are indeed the "landy fire man"

[ellard]

Hi there all

Well a tidy up of the Firefly has commenced - not a quick as I would have liked...........but going well. Well its had a mechanical going over, oils changed brakes adjusted and bearing replaced in the pump (the pump lives and works well)


https://www.aulro.com/afvb/images/imported/2009/06/1204.jpg





I need help from the Forum Members:

In the pictures posted below I am after some alloy plate to repair the rear pump panel - you will notice the two differnt types within the pictures. Its an unusal tread pattern and I am hoping some one may know where there could be some either second hand or if know where is may be sourced new.

https://www.aulro.com/afvb/images/imported/2009/06/1205.jpg



Holes in the main pump panel.......needs to be replaced



https://www.aulro.com/afvb/images/imported/2009/05/454.jpg

The two different paterns.

https://www.aulro.com/afvb/images/imported/2009/05/473.jpg



I have also managed to source new pump valves, and second hand suction lines.


PS - for those whom may have an old fire/police siren in there shed for a worthy restoration please PM me.....



All the best


Wayne

[Lotz-A-Landies]

Wayne this is a reply to a post on a UK forum.


For the panelling, I am told Aalco do it - 01782375700 could be worth a shot. I think the pattern is called cricket weave, its the same as the wing tops on my truck.

You would want it packed between two sheets of ply in a wooden frame so the freight will be up there, for the volume price.

Diana

[ellard]

Hi there Diana

Sorry I missed your call this morning.......

As for volume I only need is 2 x 800mm x 400mm - not a lot indeed.

All the best

[Lotz-A-Landies]

Hi there Diana

Sorry I missed your call this morning.......

As for volume I only need is 2 x 800mm x 400mm - not a lot indeed.

All the bestWayne

The news may not be so good, one of the mills that made "cricket weave" in Wales recently closed, so unless there is another mill pressing the pattern you will have to find some unsold stock.

I've sent the UK forward control and 1 ton LR minions out looking for a piece 800mm X 800mm however given that the pattern is directional is there a pattern direction you need on each of the two smaller pieces.

[ellard]

Hi there Diana

will give you a call later tonight when back in phone range.

The main piece I am after is in the picture below (Main Pump Facia) (400 x 800) - because they had a petrol standby pump fitted they cut a hole which is difficult to repair and will be noticed.

If I am unable to find a bit I might use standard aluminium sheet/plate as I dont think it will look to much out of place..........open to ideas.

Have also been told the old Highways Department mobile camper vans had a simular aloy out sheeting.....


https://www.aulro.com/afvb/images/imported/2009/05/454.jpg


All the best

Wayne

[ellard]

Hi there all

Well with the fire place stoked, fabrication of the ladder & suction line racks has started...............

Been a great day and will post pictures shortly....I must admit SA is currently getting good rains (and the creek at the rear of our property flowing well)

Also a wanted note - I am after a good front series II bumper...if any one has one in good condition.

All the best

Wayne

[ellard]

New pictures......as promised

https://www.aulro.com/afvb/images/imported/2009/07/561.jpg

https://www.aulro.com/afvb/images/imported/2009/07/504.jpg

Wayne

[ellard]

Hi there all

Just a small update.......been a bit busy with work so progress has been slowed.

All the ladder rack and suction lines have been fitted.

All the electrics work, and rear tail lights replace and repaired all the rear alloy work (have used plain sheet alloy but still looking for the right tread pattern)

https://www.aulro.com/afvb/images/imported/2009/12/1323.jpg

https://www.aulro.com/afvb/images/imported/2009/12/1324.jpg

https://www.aulro.com/afvb/images/imported/2009/12/1325.jpg

Still awaiting for the machined rear discharge valves, as they were damaged when purchased but changing them to london round fitting (same fitting as SA & WA Standards).

PS one day the fire service will standardise fire fighting fitting Australia wide (it causes lots of problems........)

And also to add the new seats have arrived from Ex-moor Trim.........(cheaper then getting them done in Australia)

Need to give them a big praise - as I am very impressed with quality and service.

https://www.aulro.com/afvb/images/imported/2009/12/1326.jpg

https://www.aulro.com/afvb/images/imported/2009/12/1327.jpg

Well all the best

Wayne

[Shonky]

How much were those beauties Wayne? (if you don't mind my asking...)

I was going to recover my seats for Gus but if they are cheapish then I might just get some shipped over. :)

[ellard]

Hi there Shonky

They were under $500 delivered (would have to check with minster of finance an war but $450-480)...........................but all new frames, foam and ready to fit (its standard/base trim in elephant hide - thats what they call it).

And unable to stress enough - great quality and service, they even called to confirm order had been sent (thanks Jenny). They are made by Ex-moor trim but they now only sell through agents.

If you order through exmoor - on line inquiry - the orders are diverted to Craddocks.

PS - still on the hunt for a good SII bumper.........if any one can help

All the best

Wayne

[Shonky]

Holy mackrel! :eek:

Thats DIRT cheap. :o

[Rayngie]

I'm not sure how relevant this is , but yesterday for the second weekend in a row, one just like this drove past my place here on the Northern Beaches, I'm not sure if you are looking for it or not, but i can keep my eye out.
As stated, I know nothing but it was definately one with lights in the grill....and it was a fire engine!, had all the equipment etc..

Ray

[Shonky]

You mean this one, Ray?

http://i280.photobucket.com/albums/kk188/670719/DSCF4003.jpg

Owned by a member of LROC Sydney (who I believe is known to Wayne)


It's a beauty isn't it? :)

[Lotz-A-Landies]

I'm not sure how relevant this is , but yesterday for the second weekend in a row, one just like this drove past my place here on the Northern Beaches, ...RayThat one will be Alex Morton's he lives and works on the Northern Beaches and while it too is an ex-SMHEC Firefly Alex's is a year older.

https://www.aulro.com/afvb/images/imported/2009/12/1074.jpg

Diana

[ellard]

Hi there Ray

Although records are scratchy - but there were four of them brought over for work on the Snowy Hydro Scheme.

Out of that batch of four - there is three left, and there is one in the Sydney area somewhere (owned by Alex M).

All the best

Wayne

[Rayngie]

Yep, that's the one!, ...very nice truck too.

Ray,

[JDNSW]

Hi there Ray

Although records are scratchy - but there were four of them brought over for work on the Snowy Hydro Scheme.

Out of that batch of four - there is three left, and there is one in the Sydney area somewhere (owned by Alex M).

All the best

Wayne

That is not a bad record - 75% survival over 40-odd years!

John

[ellard]

Hi there


That is not a bad record - 75% survival over 40-odd years!


One thing with fire engines - there maintained well and usually low km's.

Diana found some records at some stage of some (FIREFLYS - FIRE ENGINES) being delivered for the Australian Navy (but theres no photographic evidence as of yet that they existed)

Who knows but one day they might show up (as a barn find).

All the best

Wayne

[ellard]

Hi there all

Been a little slack - time for a verbal update...........

Well - been over all the wirring etc, and ready for rego.....

All the racking finished, alloy work polished........just awaiting the discharge valves (well still trying to locate......)

But now decided to give it a spruce up and respray (not a total rebuild).......should be ready an on display at Blinman 2010............

Wayne

[The ho har's]

Hi there all

Been a little slack - time for a verbal update...........

Well - been over all the wirring etc, and ready for rego.....

All the racking finished, alloy work polished........just awaiting the discharge valves (well still trying to locate......)

But now decided to give it a spruce up and respray (not a total rebuild).......should be ready an on display at Blinman 2010............

Wayne


With nice new stickers on;)


Mrs hh:angel:

[ellard]

Hi there

Thanks to the Ho Hars.......stickers should be here by the end of next week.

Heading into the spray shop, for slight tidy up the following week.

Historical Rego, being organised (Ian hurry up and get back from your holidays).....

With fingers crossed ready for SA Blinman Land Rover Jamboree in April.......yayayyaya

Wayne

[numpty]

Well done Wayne, and to your usual standard no doubt.

[The ho har's]

Firefly stickers, Australian Army stickers and AMF stickers all included......can't wait to get my brand new series III speedo;)


PS how many Firefly stickers did you want because there is 3 seemed an odd number to me;)


M:angel:rs hh

[ellard]

Hi there


Firefly stickers, Australian Army stickers and AMF stickers all included......can't wait to get my brand new series III speedo;)


PS how many Firefly stickers did you want because there is 3 seemed an odd number to me;)




That the benifits of this forum, good friend whom help each other.

As for the speedo has 0000000 on the clock, still in the original box (was sent on Thursday - PM me when it arrives).

As for the firefly stickers, I needed 2 (the extra is a spare)

Thanks

Wayne

[digger]

Hi there

Thanks to the Ho Hars.......stickers should be here by the end of next week.

Heading into the spray shop, for slight tidy up the following week.

Historical Rego, being organised (Ian hurry up and get back from your holidays).....

With fingers crossed ready for SA Blinman Land Rover Jamboree in April.......yayayyaya

Wayne



wayne,
very important you remember this when you go for rego......

there is a P in my surname :D(the letter not the action!!)

cheers
digger


(ps itll look good in my house alongside shonkys ambrose!!!:o & a GUNBUGGY!!! :eek: )

(**??? what do you mean wake up youre dreamin' ???)

[ellard]

Hi there

The stickers have arrived........many thanks to the Ho Har's

Wayne

[The ho har's]

not a problem anytime.....love my new speedo;)


Mrs hh:angel:

[ellard]

Hi there all

Its now registered and ready for its firts outing at the Land Rover Jamboree at Blinman SA (Easter weekend)

I need to stress it is not restored just touched up and repaired where it was needed - and cut and polished.

I must admit a big thanks you to Harry for the firefly stickers and Alex for the ex Snowy Hydro Door Stickers.

Well enjoy the pictures

https://www.aulro.com/afvb/images/imported/2011/04/748.jpg

https://www.aulro.com/afvb/images/imported/2011/04/749.jpg

https://www.aulro.com/afvb/images/imported/2011/04/750.jpg

https://www.aulro.com/afvb/images/imported/2013/01/685.jpg

https://www.aulro.com/afvb/images/imported/2011/04/751.jpg

https://www.aulro.com/afvb/images/imported/2011/04/752.jpg

All the best

Wayne

[Lotz-A-Landies]

Looking great! :twobeers:

I notice you went back to the original owner and no station?

Diana

[The ho har's]

Looking great there Wayne;) love the shots in the creek, looks very authentic/Aussie:)

BTW We are probably heading to Blinman in 2013 for the 20th:D with a mob:)

Mrs HH:angel:

[Lotz-A-Landies]

Looking great there Wayne;) love the shots in the creek, looks very authentic/Aussie:)

BTW We are probably heading to Blinman in 2013 for the 20th:D with a mob:)

Mrs HH:angel:Originally I thought the 3rd and 4th shots of the firefly in the creek looked like a 1/4 scale model! :D

I think we all should make Blinman 2013 the Land Rover 65th Anniversary!

[Landy Smurf]

looks great wayne very jealous

[The ho har's]

Originally I thought the 3rd and 4th shots of the firefly in the creek looked like a 1/4 scale model! :D

I think we all should make Blinman 2013 the Land Rover 65th Anniversary!



yep sounds like a plan to us:D

[Lotz-A-Landies]

I think we all should make Blinman 2013 the Land Rover 65th Anniversary!
yep sounds like a plan to us:DPerhaps It could be: Blinman Easter 2013
Blinman 20th Anniversary.
Land Rover 65th Anniversary
SIIa Gun Buggy 50th Anniversary.
Project Parentie 30th AnniversaryThen we can all bring our buggies over to the Flinders Rangers and tease Digger! :D :p

[The ho har's]

Perhaps It could be: Blinman Easter 2013
Blinman 20th Anniversary.
Land Rover 65th Anniversary
SIIa Gun Buggy 50th Anniversary.
Project Parentie 30th AnniversaryThen we can all bring our buggies over to the Flinders Rangers and tease Digger! :D :p


Ummmm have you ever seen digger cry:BigCry::BigCry::BigCry::(... not a pretty sight:wasntme:

Oh on the other hand he doesn't live that far away...maye a parade past his place... I know where he lives:wasntme:

Yep put us in your plans for Blinman:D

Mrs hh:angel:

[The ho har's]

Whoops sorry Wayne we hi-jacked your thread:(

Mrs hh:angel:

[ellard]

Hi there

We are in the erly stages of organising an 65th event in SA for 2013...

Will keep you informed - but you always welcome.

All the best

Wayne

Ps it does look like 1:43 scale now you mention it....

[The ho har's]

Hi there

We are in the erly stages of organising an 65th event in SA for 2013...

Will keep you informed - but you always welcome.

All the best

Wayne

Ps it does look like 1:43 scale now you mention it....

your little camp ground may be full from what I heard...:D..lots comming from QLD:D

Mrs hh:angel:

[Lotz-A-Landies]

your little camp ground may be full from what I heard...:D..lots comming from QLD:D

Mrs hh:angel:Intimate! :D ;)

[ellard]

Hi there all

Just sharing some pictures of when it was new - as purchased and it is pictures like this that re- confirms the efforts we put in to these old historical vehicles.

Hopefully the pictures might encourage others whom have long time projects sitting in there sheds.

New

https://www.aulro.com/afvb/images/imported/2011/04/695.jpg

PS - wish I could find that bell..........they are rare

On its way home through the Alpine Way:

https://www.aulro.com/afvb/images/imported/2011/04/696.jpg

Now:

https://www.aulro.com/afvb/images/imported/2013/01/685.jpg

Enjoy

Wayne

[ellard]

Hi there all

Well the fist outing to the SA Land Rover Jamboree at Blinman - were the FireFly won the Best Series 2, 2A & 3 at the show & shine.

Numbers were down this year, but a good time was had by all.....

https://www.aulro.com/afvb/images/imported/2011/04/196.jpg

We didnt camp - but stayed at the pub........

https://www.aulro.com/afvb/images/imported/2011/04/197.jpg


https://www.aulro.com/afvb/images/imported/2011/04/198.jpg


All there best

Wayne

[digger]

well done wayne!, glad all went well....

how many award winning fire trucks is that!?!?!

large percentage ol' mate, cheers- well deserved

[clubagreenie]

How did you end up with the alloy plate? I was thinking it looked like it was similar to that used on older caravans, just a thought.

[ellard]

Hi there


well done wayne!, glad all went well....



Thanks Digger, only problem we had was the amount of people on the road even the Blinman main street was like Rundle Mall.


How did you end up with the alloy plate? I was thinking it looked like it was similar to that used on older caravans, just a thought.

I am still on the hunt, in the short term I used plain alloy plate and it dosent look out of place

All the best

Wayne

[101 Ron]

About 20 years ago I got the job of driving from Sydney one of these or some thing very, very close.
Camberwarra RFS had just finished there new shed and my father was vice captain at the time.
The two big guages and that alloy plate shown in the pics is the same.
The vehicle was in very good condition and most likey purchased at auction.
I remember noting it was manly a pumper and had little on board tankage.
At this time the RFS was going from small locally founded sheds to a NSW govt part founded system.
The vehicle only lasted about a year with Camberwarra RFS as in that time they managed to burn out one clutch and break one axle.
They also were having trouble with drivers not finding first gear.
It was sold on and replaced with a toyota which need less expert drivers.
The govt founding was coming though and allowed the purchase of the toyota which was more in standard with other brigdes.
Where the landy got sold to I dont know and all the people who would know have moved on.....sorry ?
When I drove it the vehicle was complete and very tight with a good gearbox and clutch.
If I ever meet the correct people I will try and find out if it got sold off local and its location.
Ron

[ellard]

Hi there Ron

The first SII SMHEA FE was a 1960 model #152001861 then subsequent batch of 1961 models (including mine) 152103709 through 152103712.

Which added together makes 5 SMHEA Firefly - so there is still one out there some where...............maybe you might know where it is?

I dought it would have been mine you drove, as when it finished its life with the Snowy Hydro it was stationed at Lake Craken Back Resort for fire protection and the next owner was myself.

I must admit the one I have drives like new, apart from a slight noise from the doors, I was a miles stone while hile on route to Blinman it clocked up 15000miles (stopped for a beer to celebrate the occassion).

I never had the oppertunity to drive a new series vehicle but I was impressed with the power as it would easily sit on 65-70mph, and great brakes (but with 15000miles on the clock its a new 50 year old vehicle).

Thanks for the reply

All the best

Wayne

[series2110]

Good evening - and your Fire Engine looks great -

i am interested in what scale the 65 th is being promoted will it be on the scale of the Cooma event.

i am currently investigating the feasibility of running an event here in Canberra.

i look forward to the overview of what you have proposed thus far

Happy to chat

Defenderly

Peter Mercer
0403 468 503

[UncleHo]

MMMMM! Canberra is a lot closer to QLD ;)

[Lotz-A-Landies]

MMMMM! Canberra is a lot closer to QLD ;)Yes but we can't always ignore the Sandgropers and Territorians.

More than that the Canberra event might not happen over the Easter Weekend because of other regular events and the Alfa Romeo "Alfesta" National Rally also in Canberra for Easter 2013.

Don't know about you but 1000+Ks is a long way to travel for a two day event! I'd rather travel 2000Ks and support a four day event that is held every year at Easter.

After all we have stolen the 10th year from Blinman on two occasions already.