Shop stuff
Some may not know, but we have two units getting new/different motors. It seems there is a PH problem with our antifreeze that has caused corrosion and pitting on some of the internal engine parts. (that is a PH strip laying in front of the housing) We are checking all the units, so don't be surprised to be called in. We believe we have found a way to get our hands around this issue.
130 is at the garage getting a new rebuild motor.
402 is getting the old motor from 403 (this motor had low miles, it was remounted due to the famous Ford frame cracks)
In the mean time 318 may go instead of 509 due to another possible motor failure.
We will probably wait to get 139 until next week.
We believe that we have caught the issue early enough, and for once the 6-liters engines don't seem to be in jeopardy (but the jury is still out)
In the mean time, when you notice something out of the norm with your ambulance, let the shop know. We have seen a few times when reports of problems are not being reported until the end of shift, this could cause a major issue, so report early!
Field Supervisors
I finished the interviews yesterday. I still plan to finish the rest of the process and make the final announcements February 15th.
more later...
Greg
