My starter pic. Wasn't really sure where I was going at this point so I kept my options open.

Eventually I decided I had to go with the Ford. First step was to drop the front as low as it could go.

Then try and figure out how to make it loooonnngg.


Ended up combining a base with the overall body of the truck.



Fenders. This was tricky but they turned out pretty nice. Wanted to completely enclose them- old fashioned skirt style- but that didn't work out.



"Water Tank". Again, something new. Forming the curve was a challenge.



Ladder time! Most expensive part of the truck. Had to buy a whole roll of wire.



Ladder mount and some more cleanup. We added a friendly competition halfway through the build to see whose ladder was longest / tallest. Mine missed by 1/4"...
Bolt is attached to the ladder pivot, the nut is attached to the base, allowing the ladder to swivel and raise.



Time to clean up the cab!



Paint and assembly. Should have used some better paint, but this deeper red made me feel more "vintage" so I went with it.


Custom skirts made with chrome pin stripping tape.

Test fitting.

Details.
Ladder tilt.

Hose reel.



Cab detailing. Windshield wipers were a booger to do.


Single stack.

Ladder assembly.



Stock vs. Lowered.

Decals and more assembly.





Few more pics of it, then we can move on to the next project.





And there you have it, "ENGINE" 7.

