Freightrain Posted May 27, 2012 Share Posted May 27, 2012 Back when I got my truck it had a very small KD light on the roof. Nothing much, but I suppose it was as good as they were going to do for it. I always wanted to upgrade, though I don't ever have a real need for a warning light.Few years ago I came across this big four bulb Signal Stat at our local clubs winter auction. Got it cheap and it's pretty nice unit.After some internet searching, I came across a site from a fellow that specializes in old warning lights and police/fire equipment. He was only an hour north of me to boot. I found this very cool Federal model 175 "hill light" and just had to have it. Originally he had it set up with red or blue lights. I requested amber, so he switched it for me and assembled it with new gaskets(which he has made). The globe is very nice(not sure if it's a repop too?). We met up just a couple minutes north of me as he was coming down to the infamous Hartville Flea market.Note the angled white bulbs to throw light up/down a hill to be seen better then just the level bulbs. He also had the "5-0" model(like they showed on Hawaii 5-0 beginning theme) which doesn't rotate, just oscillate back and forth.I got some time this afternoon to get it mounted up....Very cool(at least that's my opinion). Much better fitting to a old truck then that later model stuff. I'm now ready for the big July 4th parade that I plan to participate in this year. Quote Larry 1959 B61 Liv'n Large...................... Charter member of the "MACK PACK" Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/25313-my-new-bubble-gum-machine/ Share on other sites More sharing options...
41chevy Posted May 27, 2012 Share Posted May 27, 2012 Looks awesome on it!!!! Paul Quote "OPERTUNITY IS MISSED BY MOST PEOPLE BECAUSE IT IS DRESSED IN OVERALLS AND LOOKS LIKE WORK" Thomas Edison “Life’s journey is not to arrive at the grave safely, in a well preserved body, but rather to skid in sideways, totally worn out, shouting ‘Holy shit, what a ride!’” P.T.CHESHIRE Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/25313-my-new-bubble-gum-machine/#findComment-121217 Share on other sites More sharing options...
JumperAndSon Posted May 27, 2012 Share Posted May 27, 2012 Cool! That first one you had is the same as the one we used to have on our rollback before we changed it.Ben Quote Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/25313-my-new-bubble-gum-machine/#findComment-121223 Share on other sites More sharing options...
mowerman Posted May 27, 2012 Share Posted May 27, 2012 SHOW OFF...ENJOY YOUR WEEKEND MY FREIND....SEEYA BOB FRIGGEN LINES Quote Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/25313-my-new-bubble-gum-machine/#findComment-121228 Share on other sites More sharing options...
hatcity Posted May 27, 2012 Share Posted May 27, 2012 Looks great, GOT to have age appropriate items on a classic truck. 1 Quote Success is only a stones throw away.................................................................for a Palestinian Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/25313-my-new-bubble-gum-machine/#findComment-121233 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Green Dash Posted May 27, 2012 Share Posted May 27, 2012 That looks good great up there, and that's quite a gasket, too. The Michigan State Police were using that style up until recently.Here's yours on a '58 Chevy. Quote Jim Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/25313-my-new-bubble-gum-machine/#findComment-121267 Share on other sites More sharing options...
umodelnut Posted May 27, 2012 Share Posted May 27, 2012 Thats cool!! Quote Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/25313-my-new-bubble-gum-machine/#findComment-121272 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Terry T Posted May 28, 2012 Share Posted May 28, 2012 I have two of those out in my barn complete with gaskets. Didn't know you were looking for one. But guess it doesn't matter because I'm not ready to sell mine yet Larry.... Quote Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/25313-my-new-bubble-gum-machine/#findComment-121339 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Green Dash Posted May 28, 2012 Share Posted May 28, 2012 That looks good great up there, and that's quite a gasket, too. The Michigan State Police were using that style up until recently.Is that a red stool that the light is sittiing on in the 3rd pic from the top? Quote Jim Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/25313-my-new-bubble-gum-machine/#findComment-121340 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Freightrain Posted May 28, 2012 Author Share Posted May 28, 2012 Yes, typical red air suspension mechanic seat.It's very bright, as the bulbs aren't fluted glass, just a smooth sealed beam. My buddy was over yesterday and helped get it set up on there. When he came over today, he remarked it's quite LARGE sitting on top of the truck when he pulled in the driveway. The chrome base is like 4-5" tall, then the dome is another 5-6" tall.I like it.Terry, just bring them over when you drop off all that chrome interior panels?? Huh? right? Quote Larry 1959 B61 Liv'n Large...................... Charter member of the "MACK PACK" Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/25313-my-new-bubble-gum-machine/#findComment-121347 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Terry T Posted May 28, 2012 Share Posted May 28, 2012 Terry, just bring them over when you drop off all that chrome interior panels?? Huh? right?Huh? What? Larry did you say something? My hearing isn't quite what it use to be..... Quote Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/25313-my-new-bubble-gum-machine/#findComment-121388 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Greg Rider Posted May 28, 2012 Share Posted May 28, 2012 That is the same model I have on faith. Is your dome glass or plastic? I run a plastic one but I do have a clear glass dome tucked away! Send me the info you have on that guy because I'm looking for some parts. It does look good up there. Quote #1 on A-model registryIf I drink because of work, why can't I drink at work? Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/25313-my-new-bubble-gum-machine/#findComment-121415 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rob Posted May 28, 2012 Share Posted May 28, 2012 Huh? What? Larry did you say something? My hearing isn't quite what it use to be..... To the back of the line with him!!!Rob Quote Plodding along with no job nor practical application for my existence, but still trying to fix what's broke. Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/25313-my-new-bubble-gum-machine/#findComment-121424 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Freightrain Posted May 28, 2012 Author Share Posted May 28, 2012 TERRY...................I SAID YOU CAN BRING THE LIGHTS OVER WHEN YOU DROP OFF THE CHROME PANELS..............Better?? Quote Larry 1959 B61 Liv'n Large...................... Charter member of the "MACK PACK" Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/25313-my-new-bubble-gum-machine/#findComment-121450 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rob Posted May 28, 2012 Share Posted May 28, 2012 TERRY...................I SAID YOU CAN BRING THE LIGHTS OVER WHEN YOU DROP OFF THE CHROME PANELS..............Better?? You keep screaming that loud from behind me and I'm gonna suffer hearing loss.Rob Quote Plodding along with no job nor practical application for my existence, but still trying to fix what's broke. Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/25313-my-new-bubble-gum-machine/#findComment-121457 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Terry T Posted May 28, 2012 Share Posted May 28, 2012 Can you hear me now? Quote Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/25313-my-new-bubble-gum-machine/#findComment-121472 Share on other sites More sharing options...
ajt3138 Posted May 28, 2012 Share Posted May 28, 2012 Back when I got my truck it had a very small KD light on the roof. Nothing much, but I suppose it was as good as they were going to do for it. I always wanted to upgrade, though I don't ever have a real need for a warning light.Few years ago I came across this big four bulb Signal Stat at our local clubs winter auction. Got it cheap and it's pretty nice unit.After some internet searching, I came across a site from a fellow that specializes in old warning lights and police/fire equipment. He was only an hour north of me to boot. I found this very cool Federal model 175 "hill light" and just had to have it. Originally he had it set up with red or blue lights. I requested amber, so he switched it for me and assembled it with new gaskets(which he has made). The globe is very nice(not sure if it's a repop too?). We met up just a couple minutes north of me as he was coming down to the infamous Hartville Flea market.Note the angled white bulbs to throw light up/down a hill to be seen better then just the level bulbs. He also had the "5-0" model(like they showed on Hawaii 5-0 beginning theme) which doesn't rotate, just oscillate back and forth.I got some time this afternoon to get it mounted up....Very cool(at least that's my opinion). Much better fitting to a old truck then that later model stuff. I'm now ready for the big July 4th parade that I plan to participate in this year.do you ever forget to take your stack covers off? or do you just pick them up in the yard after you start it? aj Quote Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/25313-my-new-bubble-gum-machine/#findComment-121481 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Freightrain Posted May 28, 2012 Author Share Posted May 28, 2012 Depends. If I get lazy I start it and pick them up. Quote Larry 1959 B61 Liv'n Large...................... Charter member of the "MACK PACK" Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/25313-my-new-bubble-gum-machine/#findComment-121482 Share on other sites More sharing options...
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