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Item G2BOARD OF GOVERNORS FIRE AND AMBULANCE DISTRICT 1 AGENDA ITEM SUMMARY Meeting Date: January 20, 2016 Department: Emergency Services Bulk Item: Yes No X StaffContact/Phone # Jim Callahan 289-6088 AGENDA ITEM WORDING: Approval to authorize a repair / refurb to a Monroe County Fire Rescue Ladder Truck, which could potentially affect Monroe County Fire Rescue's service delivery if not repaired. This truck has failed its annual (UL) test due to excessive rust to the frame and undercarriage. Request falls under Chapter 7(A) of the Monroe County Purchasing Policy ("Sole Source l or under Chapter 7(B) of the Monroe County Purchasing Policy ("Emergency Repairs"). ITEM BACKGROUND: On November 16, 2015, Underwriters Laboratories (UL) conducted the annual testing to Monroe County Fire Rescue apparatus as mandated by NFPA. The 2007 Pierce Ladder Truck did not receive re -certification. The frame and undercarriage was deemed unsafe due to excessive rusting and did not pass inspection. Once repaired, certification will be attained and returned to full service. The purchase is exempt from normal procurement requirement as a sole source purchase under Chapter 7(A) of the Monroe County Purchasing Policy, because there is no other company in South Florida qualified to do this type of repair to the ladder truck. The purchase is also exempt because it is an emergency purchase under Chapter 7(B) of the Purchasing Policy and Section 2-347(k)(1) of the Monroe County Code, because having the ladder truck out of service would constitute an immediate danger to public health or safety; a danger of loss of public or private property requiring immediate governmental action; and/or an interruption in the delivery of an essential governmental service. PREVIOUS RELEVANT BOG ACTION: N/A CONTRACT/AGREEMENT CHANGES: N/A. STAFF RECOMMENDATIONS: Approval TOTAL COST: $144,746 INDIRECT COST: BUDGETED: Yes No X DIFFERENTIAL OF LOCAL PREFERENCE: COST TO COUNTY: $144,746 SOURCE OF FUNDS: Fund 141 Cost Center 11500-530460 REVENUE PRODUCING: Yes No X AMOUNT PER MONTH Year APPROVED BY: County Attorney OMB/PurchasingM11.)Risk ManagementJAZ V DOCUMENTATION: Included X Not Required DISPOSITION: Ravisai W 15 AGENDA ITEM # Proposal for Refurbishment of.- One (1) — 2007 Pierce Dash 2000 75' Ladder "19539TR" Date: December 23, 2015 Quote is good for 90 days Prepared by: Alan Boushley AV 100 PIERCE MANUFACTURING, INC. MIDWEST REGIONAL SERVICE CENTER 816 COMMERCIAL AVENUE * WEYAUWEGA, WI 54983 * (920) 867-2142 Pierce Manufacturing, Inc. is pleased to submit to the Monroe County Fire Rescue a proposal for the refurbishment of your 2007 Pierce Dash 2000 75' Ladder 19539TR. The following paragraphs will describe in detail the apparatus additions and modifications proposed. UALIFICATIONS PIERCE MANUFACTURING was incorporated in 1917. Since then we have been building bodies with one philosophy, 41BUILD THE FINEST". Our skilled craftsmen take pride in their work, which is reflected, in the final product. We have been building fire apparatus since the early "forties" giving Pierce Manufacturing over 50 years of experience in the fire apparatus market. Our plant is located in Appleton, Wisconsin with over 474,000 total square feet of floor space situated on approximately 93 acres of land. A multi -million dollar inventory of parts is available to keep your unit in service long after it has left the factory. The Pierce Refurbishment Center has achieved the very same reputation for fire apparatus repair and refurbishing. Located just 30 miles west of Appleton in Weyauwega, Wisconsin, the Pierce Refurbishment Center facility is dedicated exclusively to the refurbishing and repairs of all makes and models of fire apparatus and emergency vehicles. Pierce Manufacturing has produced fire apparatus for over 55 years and has been refurbishing apparatus for more than 35 years. The 40,000 square foot Refurbishment Center has 16 welI-equipped bays staffed by 52 certified, highly skilled mechanics. Fabrication and refinishing is done at the main manufacturing facilities to assure our customers the same fine quality that new Pierce apparatus is famous for. ISO COMPLIANCE The manufacturer will operate a Quality Management System under the requirements of ISO 9001. These standards sponsored by the "International Organization for Standardization (ISO)" specify the quality systems that will be established by the manufacturer for design, manufacture, installation and service. A copy of the certificate of compliance will be included with the bid. SINGLE SOURCE MANUFACTURER Pierce Manufacturing is a single source apparatus manufacturer. The definition of single source is a manufacturer that designs and manufactures their products using an integrated approach, including the chassis, cab and body being fabricated and assembled on the bidders premises. The warranties relative to the chassis and body design (excluding component warranties such as engine, transmission, axles, pump, etc.) will be from a single source manufacturer and not split between manufacturer (i.e. body and chassis). WARRANTY A separate warranty page detailing the warranty coverage will be provided with the proposal. WELDING REOUIREMENTS Pierce Manufacturing follows American Welding Society D1.1-96 standards for structural steel welding. All aluminum welding will be done to American Welding Society and ANSI D1.2-96 requirements for structural welding of aluminum. Flux core arc welding will use alloy rods, type 7000, American Welding Society standards A5.20- E70T 1. PAYMENT TERMS Payment is to be made to Pierce Manufacturing, in full, within 30 days after completion and final acceptance. SHIPPING PRECAUTIONS The following shipping precautions must be completed before transportation of the fire department's apparatus to Pierce Manufacturing for refurbishment or repair. Failure to complete the listed items below pray result in additional costs to the fire department. 1. All water tanks, foam tanks, pumps, all inlets and discharge plumbing, all drains, and any other plumbing are to be completely drained prior to being driven or flat - bedded. 2. Strip down all loose equipment unless arranged with Pierce prior to shipping in order to make the repair process easier and to eliminate the potential for lost equipment while the unit is being refurbished or repaired. 3. All loose or potentially loose items should be taped or strapped to ensure they do not come loose during transit. INCOMING EMERGENCY PARKING BRAKE TEST The following inspection will be performed by a qualified Pierce technician to insure this apparatus is safe to drive and perform work on. Should any defects be found that are not already addressed in the proposed work, an itemized list of the defects, along with the costs to repair any additional items, will be provided to the fire department for review. Repair of airy defects will be "open', pending approval and additional costs No additional work will be performed without prior approval from the fire department. INCOMING BATTERY LOAD TEST All truck starting system batteries and battery cables will be visually inspected for cracks, acid leaks, corrosion and overall condition. Along with the visual inspection a load test will be performed to verify the batteries cold cranking amps, voltage and shorted cells. Should any defects be found that are not already addressed in the proposed work, an itemized list of the defects, along with the costs to repair any additional items, will be provided to the fire department for review. Repair of any defects will be "open ", pending approval and additional costs. No additional work will be performed without prior approval from die fire department. INCOMING VEHICLE INSPECTION The following inspections will be performed before the removal of any components and before any disassembly. A detailed inspection report will be forward to the fire department for disposition. Additional repairs will be open: subject to inspection. • Incoming Electrical inspection • Generator Load test • Incoming Chassis Inspection and Road test • Incoming Pump Test • Incoming Body Inspection • Air Conditioning unit • Aerial Inspection Should any defects be found that are not already addressed in the proposed work, an itemized list of the defects, along with the costs to repair any additional items, will be provided to the fire department for review. Repair of any defects will be "open'; pending approval and additional costs. No additional work evil! be perforated without prior approval front the fire department. SCOPE of WORK Replace frame rails and frame liners; Repair accident damage. IVI 1131'WiTTILWM N1`01:711I1►it t f ► uI� • Remove the water tank, tank cradle, grating, hosebed dividers and all plumbing attached to and/or through the tank area. • Disassemble the body components, unstring electrical harness and remove the body from the apparatus. • Remove the pump house assembly. • Remove the cab assembly to include all wiring, air lines, and hoses. • Remove all mounting brackets, power steering, cab lifts, ext. • Remove front suspension assembly to include suspension and wheels to gain access to frame. • Remove the front bumper extension. • Remove front body mounting supports, running board supports, crossmembers. • Remove the rear axle assembly to include suspension and wheels to gain access to frame and water tank area. • Remove the fuel tank. • Remove frame rails and frame liners • Replace all removed crossmembers, running board supports and body mounting supports. All replaced items are to be E-Coated and painted matching the original job color (Black). • New chassis air tanks and mounting brackets will be provided from the pump house back. • Replace the following brake system components and air tank PPV valves. o Double check valve ® Relay valve R- 14 o Relay valve R- 12 o Parking brake valve o Rubber hoses to the brake cans • Replace the fuel tank and stainless steel straps. • The front and rear axle assembly to include suspensions are to be steam cleaned corrosion removed and painted matching the original color (Black). • Reinstall rear axle assembly to include new U-bolts. • Reinstall front axle assembly to include new U-bolts. • Reinstall the pump house and all components. • Reinstall the body and all components. • Reinstall the cab assembly to include all wiring, air lines, and hoses. • Reinstall water tank cradle assembly. • Reinstall body mounting supports. • Reinstall the grating, hosebed dividers and all plumbing attached to and/or through the tank area. • Install new universal U-Joints on the drive line 10-M-Mmf • Check alignment and road test apparatus. • Check all DOT lighting, emergency warning lights. FRAME RAIL REPLACEMENT The Frame Rails will be replaced with two (2) steel channels. The frame shall be stepped down behind the cab for a lower center of gravity and increased vehicle stability. The side rails shall have a 13.38" tall web and shall be constructed of 120,000 psi yield strength heat -treated .38" thick steel, with 3.50" wide flanges. FRAME LINER REINFORCEMENT. REPLACEMENT In addition, a full-length mainframe inverted "C-L" liner will be provided. TIE RODS Front axle tie rods will be removed and replaced. LADDER AND TORQUE BOX Ladder and torque box assembly will be removed/installed. All wiring and hoses will be removed and inspected for wear/deformities. Stabilizer housing will needle to remove corrosion the bottom side of the housings. Corrosion will be removed from the extension cylinder, lift cylinders and rear water way mounting bracket. Areas of corrosion on stabilizer housings, extension/lift cylinders and waterway brackets will be treated with an anti -rust inhibitor, primed and painted matching the original color. COMPARTMENT LIGHTING Remove all existing compartment lights and mounting brackets and replace all body compartment lights with AMDOR, LED strip lights. Opening the compartment door will automatically turn the compartment lighting on. STEP LIGHTS Remove and replace all exterior cab and body step lights. LADDER FLOOD LIGHT Remove and replace driver side ladder tip Flood light matching the original light. LADDER SPOT LIGHT Remove and replace passenger side ladder tip spot light matching the original light. ZOOM 1 RUBRAILS Remove and replace four (4) rubrails. Two (2) rear wall; one (1) driver side rear body; one (1) passenger side rear body. MONITOR LOGIC BOX Inspect inside Monitor logic box for corrosion. (Corrosion on outside of logic box) PUMP Pump casing is to be separated to inspect impeller and casing for corrosion and deformities. MUFELEL TAILPIPE Remove and replace exhaust muffler, muffler rings, tailpipe and mounting hardware. TOW HOOKS Remove and replace the two (2) front chrome tow hooks. PAINTISEAL CHASSIS FRAME ASSEMBLE The following components will be treated with epoxy E-coat protection prior to finish paint: • Two (2) C-channel frame rails • Two (2) C-L frame liners • Two (2) front body mounting supports • Two (2) running board supports • Crossmembers The E-coat process will meet the technical properties shown. Before the frame rails are finish painted, all areas will be sealed with a 3M 2084 metal sealant after the components are torqued to the frame rails: - The joint between the main frame and the liner - The joint between all crossmembers and the frame - The joint between all spring hangers and the frame. The chassis frame assembly will be finish painted before the installation of the cab and body, and before installation of the engine and transmission assembly, air brake lines, electrical wire harnesses, etc. Components that are included with the chassis frame assembly that will be finish painted are: • Frame rails • Frame liners • Cross members • Axles Page 7 of 10 • Suspensions • Steering gear • Battery boxes • Bumper extension weldment • Frame extensions • Body mounting angles • Rear Body support substructure (front and rear) • Pump house substructure • Air tanks • Fuel tank • Castings • Individual piece parts used in chassis and body assembly UNDERCOATING, CAB & BODY The apparatus will be properly treated by an authorized Ziebart dealer. The underside of the apparatus will be undercoated with an asphalt petroleum based material, dark in color. The undercoating material utilized on the apparatus will be formulated to resist corrosion and deaden unwanted sound or road noise. Coating texture will appear firm, flexible, and resistant to abrasion. Minimum dry film thickness will be in the range of 8.00 to 12.00 mils. The material will be applied to the following areas: -Body and cab wheel well fender liners, on the back side only. -Underside of body and cab sheet metal, and structural components. -Underside and vertical sides of all sheet metal compartmentation, including support angles. -Structural support members under running boards, rear platforms, battery boxes, walkways, etc. -Inside surfaces of the pump heat enclosure. (when installed) -Suspension mounts. -Transmission cooler fittings. TRANSIT COATING All non -painted metal surfaces on the exterior of the vehicle will be sprayed with a corrosion protective coating provided by Carwell. The coating can be removed with soap and water. The coating is made of a linseed oil base and is biodegradable. The underside non -painted metal surfaces will also be coated with a corrosion protective coating. Page 8 of 10 FINALIZATION and DETAILING Prior to delivery the entire vehicle will be washed to include the interior and exterior All fluid levels will be checked on topped off if needed. The vehicle will be fully fueled. Net $115,535.00 (Includes transportation byTen-8 driver to and from 'isconsin ACCIDENT DAMAGE REPAIR. Repair accident damage to the following areas: • Passenger side rear lower bulkhead. • Driver side rear lower bulk head. • Passenger side bottom fender panel. • Driver side fender panel. • Passenger side crew cab door radius. Damaged areas will be fully disassembled to ensure proper paint coverage. PAINT The following areas will be metal finished; primed; painted and buffed: • Passenger side rear bulkhead. • Passenger side P 1 lower compartment flange. • Driver side rear bulkhead. • Driver side D1 lower compartment flange. • Driver side fender panel • Passenger side fender panel • Passenger side crew cab door. GRAPHICS All reflective stripping, Chevron, Emblems will be replaced as needed. Net $81865.00 PUMP OVERHAUL WATEROUS The pump drive unit and drivelines will be removed. The pump body will be split and the impeller assembly will be removed for bench service. The pump sections will be carefully cleaned and inspected for abnormal wear on the stripping edges or other damage. Any damage to the center case will be identified in writing and forward to the fire department with a parts and labor estimate if replacement is needed. An entirely new impeller assembly will be installed, to include new impellers, wear rings, impeller shaft and seals/gaskets. Standard packing is included. The pump body will be Page 9 of 10 reassembled following the manufacturers tightening sequence and fastener torque specifications. The pump drive unit and driveline will be reinstalled. The driveline and drive unit will be serviced, including oil change in the drive unit and greasing of the U- joints. The pump will be dynamically tested for leaks and to insure the performance meets the manufacturers flow and pressure standards. The transfer valve, and any indicators, will be checked for correct operation within the manufacturers operating parameters. A Pierce Manufacturing pump certification will be provided when the work is complete. Net $8,722.00 VALVE OVERHAUL All discharge, tank fill, tank to pump and auxiliary inlet valves will be removed from the adjacent piping to facilitate cleaning and allow bench rebuilding. The valve seals and ball will be removed and carefully inspected for wear or abnormal operation. New seals and 0-rings will be installed per manufacturer's recommendation, including a new ball if required. The valves will be reinstalled and dynamically tested for internal and external leakage. Net $8,149.00 3' PARTY PUMP CERTIFICATION The pump test will be witnessed by a 3rd party testing company, UL an Underwriters Laboratory technician and a certification document will be issued. Net S 633.00 AERIAL INSPECTION Underwriters Laboratories (UL), a third party testing company, will perform an operational test and inspection of the aerial device. The test results will be evaluated and forwarded to the fire department for review. If any defects are found the fire department will be advised immediately. A parts and labor estimate for the repair of the defects will be submitted for approval prior to proceeding with any additional work. Net $, 4 . I PIERCE' ONE=SOURCE SOLUTIONS I 1 1 FIRE EQUIPMENT SERVICES Project 15FE515136 File FS481360 11/15/15 REPORT On Aluminum Aerial Ladder Monroe County Fire Rescue Marathon, FL 33050 Copyright Q 2015 UL LLC. UL authorizes the above named company to reproduce this Report provided it is reproduced in its entirety. Project: 15FES15136 Page I of 8 PRODUCT COVERED: Client - Monroe County Fire Rescue Telephone - 305-289-6047 Address - 490 63Rd St. Ocean N83913CESOM State - FL Zip - 33050 Client Vehicle No. - Ladder 9 Inspection Type - Annual Unit Mfr. - Pierce Mfg. Inc. Model - 75HAL; Serial No. - 1953C �xfirtyl Chassis Manufacturer - Pierce Mfg. Inc. Vehicle Identification No. (VIN) - 4PICDOIH47AO07860 Aerial Manufacturer - Pierce Mfg. Inc. Refurbished - No Ladder Type and Material - Aluminum Aerial Ladder Maximum Recommended Extended Length - 75 ft. w Engine Hours - 2149.7 Examination and Tests by - Jeff Yarbrough Project: 15FES15136 Page 2 of 8 latis The sole purpose of this examination and test is to determine that the aerial device identified in the Agreement conforms to the applicable provisions of Chapter 19 of the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) Standard No. 1911, Standard for the Inspection, Maintenance, Testing, and Retirement of In -Service Automotive Fire Apparatus, current Edition. Iff *406" A detailed Report containing results of examination and tests required by Chapter 19 of NFPA 1911 follows. Test methods are outlined in Chapter 19 of NFP A Standard 1911 and the UL Fire Department Aerial Device Examination and Test Specifications. Results of each test are to be considered in compliance with the Standard unless comment is made to the contrary. A summary of noncompliant results is provided in the conclusion of this Report. LIMITATION OF LIABILITY: By the issuance and receipt of this report, the Client agrees that UL in performing its inspection does not undertake to discharge any responsibility of the Client to any other party. UL makes no representations or warranties of any kind, express or implied, with respect to its services. UL's findings represent its judgment given with due consideration to the necessary limitations of practical operation and the Client agrees that UL does not warrant or guarantee that its findings will be recognized or accepted. The Client agrees that UL is not an insurer and assumes no liability which might result directly or indirectly from the inspection of the aerial device, failure of the aerial device, or that the aerial device will in all cases operate as intended except to the extent such liability results from the sole negligence of UL in examining and testing the aerial device identified in this report. Project: ISFES15136 Page 3 of 8 TEST RECORD NO. 1 Turntable Examination and Test UPPER ROTATION BEARING MOUNTING BOLTS: Upper bearing bolts were identified by the UL Field representative as 3.4 in., Grade 8, with a torque specification of 380 t-lb. Number of bolt(s) less than the specified torque: None Number of bolt(s) inaccessible to torque verification: Two All bolts were present. TORQUE BOX MOUNTING TO FRAME: Torque box to frame mounting bolts were identified by the UL Field Representative as 7/8 in., Grade 8, with a torque specification of 576 ft-lb. Number of bolt(s) less than the specified torque: None Number of bolt(s) inaccessible to torque verification: Four All bolts were present. Inspection of the torque box to frame mounting plate weldments was conducted. No defects were found. TORQUE BOX: Inspection of all accessible torque box structural weldments was conducted. No defects were found. No delaminating corrosion was found. ROTATION GEAR REDUCTION BOX MOUNTING: Rotation gear reduction box mounting bolts were identified by the UL Field Representative as 3/4 in., Grade 8, with a torque specification of 357 ft-lb. Number of bolt(s) inaccessible to torque verification: All All bolts were present. Inspection of the rotation gear reduction box mounting weldments was conducted. No defects were found. TURNTABLE STRUCTURAL COMPONENTS: Inspection of the turntable structural weld tints was conducted. No defects were found. Project: 15FES15136 Page 4 of 8; The rotation hydraulic swivel was securely mounted. All hydraulic lines, valves, fittings and other components were undamaged. All hydraulic lines exhibited no signs of hydraulic fluid leakage. WOHE All hydraulic lines, valves, fittings and other components were undamaged. All hydraulic lines exhibited no signs of hydraulic fluid leakage. The power takeoff showed no signs of external hydraulic fluid leakage. MEMINM._ The hydraulic pump showed no signs of external hydraulic fluid leakage. 1914MINNOCONSIMS ft SM The elevation cylinder rod(s) were undamaged. The rod to barrel seals did not leak hydraulic fluid. The elevation cylinder(s) was/were then subjected to a drift test. The aerial was properly leveled, elevated to 60', fully extended, and the fly locks, if any, engaged. The hydraulic cylinder lock valve, if any, was closed tightly and dial indicators attached to the cylinder rotas® The aerial was allowed to stand with the motor shut off for 1 hr. Any cylinder drift can be determined by reading the dial indicator. The left elevation cylinder drift was recorded at 0.045 in. in 1 hour. The right elevation cylinder drift was recorded at 0.044 in. in 1 hour. Project: 15FES15136 Page 5 of 8 The holding valves on all cylinders showed no signs of external hydraulic fluid leakage. Inspection of the extension cylinder anchor ear mounting plate weldments was conducted. No defects were found. ------------------- The extension cylinders were then subjected to a drift test. The aerial device was properly leveled, fully elevated and extended 10 ft. The second section was marked and the device was allowed to stand for 1 hr. Cylinder drift was then determined by observing second section movement in relation to the base section. The left extension cylinder drift was recorded at 0.000 in. in 1 hour® The right extension cylinder drift was recorded at 0.000 in, in 1 hour. ARNOMMOR Inspection of the unit main frame weldments was conducted. The following defects were found. These results are noncompliant. Delaminating corrosion various sections throughout the frame. Several measurments were taken of the frame rail at various locations of the corrosion. The single section of the frame rail was measured to be roughly 0.410", at the worst point above the exhaust on the passenger side frame rail the frame was measured at about 0.189". This shows that the frame rail has rusted through over half of its original thickness. This main section of rust ran longitudinally the length of the frame rail roughly 18" long. on this same section on the inside of the frame channel delamination corrosion was found roughly 75% of the height of the frame and about 9 inches wide at the widest point. The rust runs along both sides of the lower flange of the frame rail varying in severity. The frame cross member above the rear axle is also showing signs of severe delamination corrosion also. In the attached pictures it will show two long pieces of rust that were pulled from this cross member. They ran the entire width of the cross member and measured at roughly 0.450" thick. Inspection of the unit main frame suspension weldments was conducted. No defects were fouvi. Project: 15FES15136 Page 6 of 6 Inspection of the stabilizer structural component weldments was conducted. No defects were found. Stabilizer plates were present and of proper construction. Inspection of the stabilizer mounting to torque box weldments was conducted. No defects were found. 31- ■ . �M All hydraulic lines exhibited no signs of external hydraulic fluid leakage. The stabilizer extension cylinder rods were undamaged. The rod to barrel seals did not leak hydraulic fluid. The extension cylinders were then tested for drift by setting the stabilizers and attaching dial indicators to the stabilizers. The unit was then allowed to stand for 1 hr. with the motor shut off. Cylinder drift was then detected by reading the dial indicator. The stabilizer cylinder drift was recorded in inches per hour ats Left Rear 0.014 Right Rear 0.019 The holding valves on the extension cylinders exhibited no sign -- of external hydraulic fluid leakage. The diverter valve exhibited no signs of external hydraulic fluid leakage. Project: 15FES15136 Page 7 of 8 LADDER CRADLE: The ladder cradle was properly aligned. The cradle pad was undamaged. Inspection of the ladder cradle weldments was conducted. No defects were found. The ladder cradle bolts were identified by the UL Field Representative as 3/4 in., Grade 8, with a torque specification of 357 ft-lb. Number of It less than the specified torque: None Number of bolt(s) inaccessible to torque verification: one All bolts were present. Project: 15FES15136 Page 8 of 8 C 0 N C L U S 1 0 N The aerial device covered by this Report has been evaluated for compliance with the applicable provisions of Standard NFPA 1911, curren Edition. Issuance of a UL Certificate of Inspection for Aerial Devices is contingent upon correction in accordance with the manufacturer's recommendations of those items found not to be in accordance with the Standard and meeting the requirements of all test work not yet complete if any. I Specifically, Certification of the subject aerial device is contingent upon: Repair of the unit main frame defects. Delaminating corrosion various sections throughout the frame. Several measurments were taken of the frame rail at various locations of the corrosion. The single section of the frame rail was measured to be roughly 0.410", at the worst point above the exhaust on the passenger side frame rail the frame was measured at about 0.189". This shows that the frame rail has rusted through over half of its original thickness. This main section of rust ran longitudinally the length of the frame rail roughly 18" long. On this same section on the inside of the frame channel delamination corrosion was found roughly 75% of the height of the frame and about 9 inches wide at the widest point. The rust runs along both sides of the lower flange of the frame rail varying in severity. The frame cross member above the rear axle is also showing signs of severe delamination corrosion also. In the attached pictures it will show two long pieces of rust that were pulled from this cross member. They ran the entire width of the cross member and measured at roughly 0.450" thick. Recommend contacting Peirce Manufacturing to discuss repair or replacement options. Comments / Observations for Info=ational Purposej�===On - For details, such as bolt torque, specific weldments requiring repairt and other problem areas, see the Report text. Very Truly Yours, Y4yevl,40"P4 Fire Equipment Services Phone No. (877)UL-HELPS (Option 2)