A major rebuild of the engine in our 1923 LaFrance Firetruck is now complete.

A year-long project to rebuild the 100-year-old engine in our 1923 LaFrance was undertaken to reduce exhaust fumes.

With the help of a group of dedicated volunteers, the engine was torn down to allow the installation of new rings, timing gears, a carburetor rebuild, and comprehensive cleaning of the oil pan and crank to allow conversion to more modern motor oils. The result is illustrated in this short video.

Thanks to all the volunteers that made this possible:

• Glenn Higgins- OHC President- mechanical
• Jeff Balkwill- OHC VP- mechanical 
• Mike McLean-mechanical
• Bill Phillips-mechanical
• Ray Cambell- water pump machine work
• John Smith- tools and support
• Parry Automotive (Steve Van Kessel- Mark Lalonde)- engine machining and technical
• Orillia Fire Department- support/housing
• Brian Lawson- carburetor rebuild/ repair
• Carb Guys - carb float manufacturing
• Oshawa Gear- manufacturing of timing gears

And thanks to our supporters for the financial donations that made this project possible.