Dilbert120 Posted June 22, 2018 Share Posted June 22, 2018 Hi all, New to the forum and I'm looking for a CF-600 Aerialscope, preferably in the SE region, though I can arrange for shipping. Projects are fine since this will be for a private collection and not department use. I've searched on google and criagslist and found a couple but they are generally over budget ($20K+....one was listed for 50K!). Fair market value for what I'm looking for seems to be under 10K, but correct me if I'm wrong. My biggest concerns in terms of condition are rust and engine issues. Not too concerned about ladder function since I wouldn't plan on putting the bucket up much (if at all). Thanks! Quote Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/53638-in-search-of-an-aerialscope/ Share on other sites More sharing options...
1958 F.W.D. Posted June 22, 2018 Share Posted June 22, 2018 (edited) You will find that the ones priced below 10K are privately owned, have massive rot throughout the bodies and the aerial has more than likely failed inspection. Anything else runs higher as the booms are being dropped onto new chassis. Engine issues? If it is a Mack engine and has been taken care of, what engine issues? Edited June 22, 2018 by 1958 F.W.D. 1 Quote TWO STROKES ARE FOR GARDEN TOOLS Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/53638-in-search-of-an-aerialscope/#findComment-401092 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dilbert120 Posted June 22, 2018 Author Share Posted June 22, 2018 49 minutes ago, 1958 F.W.D. said: You will find that the ones priced below 10K are privately owned, have massive rot throughout the bodies and the aerial has more than likely failed inspection. Anything else runs higher as the booms are being dropped onto new chassis. Engine issues? If it is a Mack engine and has been taken care of, what engine issues? Ok, got it. I'm ok with going a little over the 10k mark for a good truck, with body rot being the biggest concern. What are some good places to look (besides google and seeing the same three trucks over and over again)? Quote Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/53638-in-search-of-an-aerialscope/#findComment-401095 Share on other sites More sharing options...
609albert Posted June 23, 2018 Share Posted June 23, 2018 Same thoughts as F.W.D. ,most of the Macks have low mileage (that where in small depts. ) engines never got broke in. Pa & N.J . I would say had the most. I know of one fellow that may help you ,Don Holden in Ct. he has a collection of 'C' and CF 's , I'll try to find his email Quote Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/53638-in-search-of-an-aerialscope/#findComment-401119 Share on other sites More sharing options...
609albert Posted June 23, 2018 Share Posted June 23, 2018 dholden@ci.stamford,ct.us Quote Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/53638-in-search-of-an-aerialscope/#findComment-401121 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dilbert120 Posted June 23, 2018 Author Share Posted June 23, 2018 (edited) 19 hours ago, 609albert said: dholden@ci.stamford,ct.us Is this e-mail address correct? Never seen a comma in one. Edited June 23, 2018 by Dilbert120 Quote Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/53638-in-search-of-an-aerialscope/#findComment-401179 Share on other sites More sharing options...
1958 F.W.D. Posted June 23, 2018 Share Posted June 23, 2018 Ebay Any of the Mack Truck and Mack Firetruck groups on Facebook Quote TWO STROKES ARE FOR GARDEN TOOLS Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/53638-in-search-of-an-aerialscope/#findComment-401183 Share on other sites More sharing options...
hatcity Posted July 4, 2018 Share Posted July 4, 2018 there is one on ebay right now..up in NJ-price is 19,500 Quote Success is only a stones throw away.................................................................for a Palestinian Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/53638-in-search-of-an-aerialscope/#findComment-401916 Share on other sites More sharing options...
1958 F.W.D. Posted July 9, 2018 Share Posted July 9, 2018 On 7/4/2018 at 5:17 PM, hatcity said: there is one on ebay right now..up in NJ-price is 19,500 And isn't worth 1950.00 let alone 19,500. Quote TWO STROKES ARE FOR GARDEN TOOLS Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/53638-in-search-of-an-aerialscope/#findComment-402190 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dilbert120 Posted July 10, 2018 Author Share Posted July 10, 2018 11 hours ago, 1958 F.W.D. said: And isn't worth 1950.00 let alone 19,500. I’ve been talking to that guy...I was going to drive out there and check it out. I know it’s not worth what he’s asking, but whats the deal with her? Sat outside too long? Quote Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/53638-in-search-of-an-aerialscope/#findComment-402208 Share on other sites More sharing options...
1958 F.W.D. Posted July 11, 2018 Share Posted July 11, 2018 21 hours ago, Dilbert120 said: I’ve been talking to that guy...I was going to drive out there and check it out. I know it’s not worth what he’s asking, but whats the deal with her? Sat outside too long? Among other issues, yes that is one of them. Lots of rot, the aerial is not certified, the list goes on. For 19,500 he'd better at least offer a current certification. Ask him what he paid for it........ Quote TWO STROKES ARE FOR GARDEN TOOLS Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/53638-in-search-of-an-aerialscope/#findComment-402244 Share on other sites More sharing options...
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