Recent content by Alwaysonthejob

Hope this finds all well. Looking for resource to get code wheels cut for pull box restorations.

Thank you so very much!!!

Anyone have the box number the the area and confines of Jerome Street at Jamaica Ave? Thank you in advance and all stay well.

Did FDNY ever use SAFA Boxes? I know they had a few Gamewell Boxes here and there; But did they ever use SAFA? Thanks.

Any sources still available for code wheels and box door number plates (Cast aluminum or pressed). The ones that come up from time to time are usually picked apart like a thanksgiving turkey. I'd like to try and put one together and have a matching code wheel and number plate. Maybe even a blank...

Any additional E-82 WLF photos shared would be greatly appreciated! I just enjoy researching these things associated with the book.

Thanks to ALL! Two great photo of E-82 and lots of additional details on the WLF's. I appreciate the assist and contributions! A.W

Just re-read Report Engine Co 82. Further research says the Engine mentioned might be a Ward LaFrance. Discovered that 1960 FDNY purchased 16 (The largest delivery) FireBrand pumpers. She was retired in 1968 when she was replaced with a CF Mack. Her Reg#5928. They were the first "cab forward"...

Good morning all, Does anyone know of a resource for parts (reproduction or original) for O'Brien Brown Brothers box? Like most, the pressed aluminum box number was stolen years ago. Missing gives it street "crustiness" but I would like to replace it. Also looking for a door lock and inner door...

Does anyone know what an old barrel key marked B4222 could be to? Alarm box maybe? Thank you!