There are a variety of links here to be explored. Webmasters that maintain sites that they feel would be of interest to our members should send their information to: webmaster@spaamfaa.org for inclusion. SPAAMFAA reserves the right to accept or reject any links at it's sole discretion and make no representation as to any items offered commercially at any linked site.
A premier chrome shop in Erie, PA, Advanced Custom Chrome with a web site at http://www.advancedcustomchrome.com has asked to be included in our links page. They have a multi-faceted ability to chrome, repair or fabricate a variety of parts. A look at their web site will tell you more.
We recently learned of a most interesting web site at: http://www.firetrucks-atwar.com/ This site is very worthy of a visit and is a wealth of information about the firefighting apparatus that has served the armed forces. Highly recommended!!
Another military fire truck site can be found at: http://www.maui.net/~r11/firetruck-id/ . This is the web site for World War II, Army Engineer, Fire Truck Identification, and contains a TON of information about military firefighting vehicles---give it a try!!
An interesting resource may be found at autorestorer.com, a page that focuses on all aspects of vehicular restoration.
The American Truck Historical Society (ATHS) maintains a very well done web site at this location. I highly recommend a visit.
A venerable institution in Fire Buffing circles is the Visiting Fireman. The VF maintains a large web site with probably the best link selection anywhere. Well worth a visit!!
Owner of the site: www.WardlaFrance.com, SPAAMFAA member John Burzichelli, entertains a number of requests from Ward laFrance enthusiasts for information about their rigs. He also advises that after the first of the year, he will be offering a discount an any Ward stuff to SPAAMFAA members.
The Handtub Junction at www.handtubs.com, is for enthusiasts of people powered fire apparatus of yesterday year. The site hosts classified ads and a number of information categories for handtub fans.
The national magazine: Fire Apparatus Journal can be found at www.fireapparatusjournal.com. They feature very interesting articles, photos and columns, and also feature special articles about antique apparatus from time to time.
Lee Chamberlain of The BrassWorks Company in California advises that his company specializes in the restoration of radiators for old and classic vehicles and has a great deal of experience in antique fire truck radiator restoration. Check out their link at: http://www.thebrassworks.net/restoration_radiator.aspx#tab3 to see some samples. The main web site is: www.thebrassworks.net .
Ted's Engine House maintains a free classified advertising section that members will find interesting. Click this link to view Ted's ads.
A very overdue link is to one of the Society's best known members. Ken Soderbeck has operated the Hand in Hand Restoration Shop for many years, turning out some of the finest restored fire apparatus in the country. Many of Ken's products are on display at museums and historical societies throughout North America. Ken is particularly known for his gold leaf work and his attention to historical detail in gold leaf and paint. I highly recommend a visit to Ken's website at http://www-personal.umich.edu/~oats/restore.
The link to the AACA Library and Research Center in Hershey, PA, home of the SPAAMFAA Archives and available to all SPAAMFAA members can be reached by going to http://www.aaca.org/library/.
Member John Dorgan of Arizona maintains a business supplying used and restored emergency lights and sirens. John also maintains and manufactures an inventory of hard to find parts. John's web site is found at www.sirenman.com. and he may be emailed at: john@sirenman.com.
The Alloy Welding Company restores, repairs and maintains antique and vintage fire apparatus. Look at their web site at www.moserweld.com. for examples of their work and offerings.
The Seagrave Owner's Association maintains a web site at www.seagraveowners.org. This site is quite extensive and lists classified ads and services that will be of interest to owners of all antique apparatus. The Association's purpose is to present a forum for owners to display Seagrave Fire Apparatus, contact other owners and assist in any way the restoration, maintenance and upkeep of these fire vehicles. The site is open to the public and all are welcome.
A most interesting site is maintained by Britton Crosby at www.CapeCodFD.com. Features on this site include extensive listings of Cape Cod fire apparatus, a tribute to the Mack fire truck, Maxim fire apparatus and a very in depth article and photo listing of the Cape Cod Brushbreaker which may be found at: http://www.CapeCodFD.com/PAGES%20Special/Breakers00.htm.
Doug Klink of the Reliance Fire Museum and Firetruck Restoration Facility maintains a website that documents the restoration of a 1928 American-LaFrance as well as museum and company information. You can also find information about their fire truck transportation services, all at: http://reliancefiremuseum.tripod.com/reliancefirecompanymuseum.
Author Karen Kruse of Chicago is offering an interesting book entitled: "A Chicago Firehouse" the story of Wrigleyville's Engine Company 78. This book tells of her father's career in the Chicago Fire Department and is currently in it's 6th printing and has been nominated for the Pulitzer Prize in history. A visit to her website at www.achicagofirehouse.com is worth the trip.
Member and author Howie Smith maintains the unofficial Maxim Motor Company Website at: www.leatherbucket.com/Maxim, which is well worth a visit should you have an interest in New England's home brand firetruck. Howie reports that the website has been recently re-designed and is more interactive than the old one was. There is also a photo album for uploading photos as well as a discussion forum. Please visit!
A longtime SPAAMFAA member and well-known fire apparatus restorer, Hal Fillinger, has established a web site for his business at: www.HalFillinger.com. Check it out for his latest projects.
From member Lawrence Harman: I think this would be another good link: www.mdmradio.com . He (Ted) sells and services old 2-way radios. His company tag line is: "The leading edge of trailing technology". I just bought a '60s Motrac for my '68 GMC/John Bean. It was complete (all cables/wires, brackets, etc. even screws!) clean, reasonably priced, and it WORKS. Seems to be a nice guy and he's got '60s/'70s correct parts. I recommend him. Lawrence Harman: leh49001@yahoo.com .
The Box 13 Associates of Cincinnati, Supporting Cincinnati Fire Department & Local 48, IAFF, have placed a link to us on their web site at: http://box13.org . Their site is well worth a visit.
The Seagrave Fire Apparatus Company has a link on their company web site for owners of antique Seagrave Fire Apparatus that are seeking information from the factory archives. Click on this link: http://www.seagrave.com/content.cfm?contentID=123§ionID=3 to go to that page on their web site. These services are performed for a fee.
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