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1911 MR38 Delahaye Fire Engine at Motoreum

Written by Ken Altes

“MR38 Delahaye Fire Engine – 1911  Type 43A Chassis.  1911 marks the earliest transition to self-propelled fire apparatus, powered by a Delahaye four-cylinder engine.  Body and equipment was outfitted by Carrosserie et de Charronnage, Paris, served Sapeurs Pompiers (French firefighters) of Ville de Mougins, (located in the South of France).  14-spoke rims are wrapped in solid rubber, with two of each mounted on the singular rear rims.”  This truck has been sold. See link for Motoreum at right.1911 Delahaye 43A Fire Engine front view 1911 Delahaye 43A Fire Engine in Austin TX 1911 Delahaye 43A Fire Engine interior 1911 Delahaye 43A Fire Engine plaque1911 Delahaye 43A Fire Engine emblem

Jalopy Joe’s Personal Ride, Retired California Hot Rod Builder

Written by Ken Altes

Met Jalopy Joe at a drug store in far S. Austin. Chatted him up. Now retired,  he built hot rods for decades in the SF area. He pointed out a number of subtle details revealing a very sophisticated build.Jalopy Joe's Custom 1960s Chevrolet Pickup in Austin TX front viewJalopy Joe's Custom 1960s Chevrolet Pickup in Austin TX engine Jalopy Joe's Custom 1960s Chevrolet Pickup in Austin TX interiorJalopy Joe's Custom 1960s Chevrolet Pickup in Austin TX rearJalopy Joe's Custom 1960s Chevrolet Pickup in Austin TX frontJalopy Joe's Custom 1960s Chevrolet Pickup in Austin TX rear quarter view

1950ish Chevrolet Fire Truck in Temple, Texas

Written by Ken Altes

I see this kind of weird truck on a tall gravel mound when I go to Dallas to see my mom. It was used more recently at a park or pubic attraction.1950ish Chevrolet Fire Truck in Temple Texas 1950ish Chevrolet Fire Truck in Temple TX front wheel 1950ish Chevrolet Fire Truck in Temple TX rear wheel 1950ish Chevrolet Fire Truck in Temple TX