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March 30th, 2013, 05:24 PMqball replied to a thread Glass polishing/refinishing - F/S model 17 red glass dome in Vintage and CollectibleThanks Dan! I will give it a try. I sure can't mess it up any worse than it is.4 replies | 188 view(s) -
March 28th, 2013, 10:08 PMqball replied to a thread Just Arrived!! My New Federal Signal FRENCH c.i.e. Blue Fireball in Vintage and CollectibleNice catch on the FBH11! BTW, I want a set of 2097's really badly. I would be the envy of all with a set on my work truck!!16 replies | 504 view(s)
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March 28th, 2013, 10:03 PMqball started a thread Glass polishing/refinishing - F/S model 17 red glass dome in Vintage and CollectibleI have a F/S Model 17 glass dome (red) that has some very light pitting or etching all over the thing. It looks like some sort of chemical was...4 replies | 188 view(s)
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November 30th, 2012, 09:07 PMThe lamp holder is riveted to the base. The bulb is suspended by the "cage" over the rotating mirror. Once you remove the retainer around the base,...6 replies | 182 view(s)
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November 30th, 2012, 08:56 PMqball replied to a thread Contest- Old on New - Prizes from my colllection in Vintage and CollectibleGetting ready for the Christmas Parade tonight... I bought this light from MPD 818 earlier this year. I thought it was only fitting to take it out...142 replies | 5315 view(s)
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November 29th, 2012, 10:12 PMDan, That's the one. The guy had (2) of those available on eBay. I missed the 1st one which is obviously the one in the picture he used for both...6 replies | 182 view(s)
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November 28th, 2012, 10:25 PMHi All! I am looking for a Dietz 7-46 beacon. Preferably amber and magnetic mount. These lights were also rebranded and sold at NAPA stores in...6 replies | 182 view(s)
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November 20th, 2012, 11:01 PMqball replied to a thread My New Federal Signal VAMA Euro Legend Lightbar in Vintage and CollectibleI need a better job if I am going to keep up... You have some really cool stuff Eric!10 replies | 515 view(s)
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November 20th, 2012, 10:58 PMMe too!! That is sweet! I have a mini version of that bar that I bought from lightbarnut.9 replies | 360 view(s)
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November 20th, 2012, 10:52 PMI know how you feel... We never get hail here, but last April we had one hell of a storm. I had just received my first lightbar for my...14 replies | 582 view(s)
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October 5th, 2012, 08:30 AMHere is a pic of the motor. I looked on the box, and couldn't find anything with a reference date.18 replies | 538 view(s)
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October 4th, 2012, 11:16 PMThat's nice! I like the price too.18 replies | 662 view(s)
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October 4th, 2012, 11:09 PMThanks guys! By the way, the motor is stamped with a date of "5 85." I guess it's only 27 years old.18 replies | 538 view(s)
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October 4th, 2012, 10:49 PMI finally have something worth showing to the group.... I bought this gem on eBay for a song a few months ago. I finally took it out of the...18 replies | 538 view(s)
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August 14th, 2012, 09:45 AMqball replied to a thread MSP Charger With half breed Beacons.................................. in Police / Security Vehicle MediaThe official explanation. A friend of mine sent me this link yesterday, and I didn't see this in the thread anywhere... MSP - MSP Goes LED:...62 replies | 4688 view(s)
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About qball
- Biography:
- I have worked or volunteered in emergency services for the last 20 years. I am a Tech+ amateur radio operator (old school), former EMT and rescue specialist/diver, and I now work in the communications and electronics field.
I hope to one day soon buy an old Cadillac ambulance or find an ALF engine that I can restore. I recently began collecting antique emergency lighting.
- Location:
- South Carolina
- Interests:
- I like anything radio, Old fire trucks, Old ambulances and the lights that adorn them!
- Occupation / Affiliation:
- Communications/Electronics, IT
- Profession #1:
- Communications
- Profession #2:
- Vintage Collector
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- 2011
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