American LaFrance Ladder Chief

American LaFrance Ladder Chief 1:25 Scale AMT 1204 -Model Kit Build & Review. The instructions are at the end of the review. This out-of-production (OOP) kit can still be found at online auction sites and stores. Build and Photos by Travis Ehlers for Right On Replicas, LLC. Copyright 2022 Right On Replicas, LLC. All rights reserved.

[@thebrinx9632]

(long-time subscribed) Great video and excellent tips about the instructions irregularities (I think what YOU'VE provided will help many, fellow modelers). I've built (and rebuilt) about a half a dozen of these (and maybe 3 times as many ALF pumpers) and you're tips have been quite useful. I think newer builders will get much from them. Thanks Doug, for providing such wonderful videos.

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Brinx, Awesome, thank you! -Doug

[@travisehlers2884]

Thank you.

[@lesthiele7645]

Just came across this build and had to watch it, and it was fantastic, I have subscribed to your channel and hope to see more builds like this in the future, very best regards from Australia, Les.

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Les, Thanks for the sub and for watching! -Doug

[@AnimeDad490]

Thanks to your video, I am carefully proceeding on my Ladder Chief. But I also have an original , partially finished model, set from the 70s, complete with hand drawn picture instructions, but they are correct for the ladder, unlike the fancy new computerized ones.

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Mike, Glad we could help. Thanks for the sharing and please subscribe if you haven't already to help us reach more modelers! -Doug

[@AnimeDad490]

Thanks, I'll check that out!

[@davidhinkson8856]

This is one labour intensive project, but the end result is stunning!

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David, You're right and thanks for watching! -PS, please subscribe if you haven't already to help us reach more modelers! -Doug

[@juniorworkshop1918]

Nice video very nice work just finished my custom pumper 1000 series from AMT American LaFrance fire truck

[@RightOnReplicas]

Nice work Jr! Great minds think alike! -PS, please subscribe if you haven't already to help us reach more modelers! -Doug

[@thefalloutshelter7799]

beauty build Travis. Looking forward to your next build for the channel

[@travisehlers2884]

This build was particularly frustrating, so I appreciate the kind words, thank you. I hope you enjoy the next builds on the channel. Keep modeling and pass it on.

[@clarencehosley9022]

I like the build, Doug. As always great work. Thanks for sharing.👍

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CH, Glad you liked it. Thanks for sharing and watching and please subscribe if you haven't already to help us reach more modelers! -Doug

[@diecast_MikeEspo]

Great work as always . Awesome model . Cool all around . WOW .

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Mike, Thank you very much! -Doug

[@timarthur9425]

Thanks Doug. Awesome build.peace

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Tim, Glad you liked it! -Doug

[@johnpendleton4158]

I would like Engine 51 and Squad 51 from the classic tv show Emergency.

[@RightOnReplicas]

John, That would be cool! Thanks for watching and please subscribe if you haven't already to help us reach more modelers! -Doug

[@johnpendleton4158]

@@RightOnReplicas I am subscribed, thanks for prump responce.

[@roopeshkrishna34]

Goddesses..! Its amazing build Doug..! Just looks real..

[@roopeshkrishna34]

Am so fortunate to watch your build logs.. its all inspiring eye candies..! Million thanks for sharing these great videos..

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RK, It's a labor of love! -Doug

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RK, Thanks for watching! -Doug

[@christopherpuylara6355]

I have all 4 now Chief's car, Pumper, Ladder Chief, and the Snorkel. And off topic I found the CopOut dragster online( 1973 original) recently. I built it in '73 when it first came out,this one will have some extras.

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CP, Very cool. Thanks for watching! -PS, please subscribe if you haven't already to help us reach more modelers! -Doug

[@christopherpuylara6355]

@@RightOnReplicas I am subscribed thanks Doug. Came up with an issue with the pumper,will email you at some point, maybe you can help me. Thanks again buddy. Oh,when I finish one, will send you pics.

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CP, Sounds good! -Doug

[@DarkAngel051372]

Hey I appreciate the video, have this kit at home and will probably get to it soon, wanna get a couple more thing for it from Dave Parsley. I will mention, and I don't mean this as criticism, I noticed there were some areas in the build where the sound continued but the video lagged. I appreciate the part about the frame construction advice. Will be using custom printed decals and custom lights on top

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Clint, Thanks for the info! -Doug

[@johngligo4049]

Despite all the aggravation that you run into with this build, it came out nicely Doug! That's unfortunate about the lack of instructions. I really hope Round 2 drastically improves these old kits. I really enjoy them for the subject matter but there's quite the issues involved.

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John, That was really nice of you to say. I'm glad you enjoyed the review! -Doug

[@daviddooley5361]

Had this kit back in the early 80s and if I remember correctly it had emergency lights molded in clear red then when AMT merged with RC2 the red lights got replaced with chrome lights and now it has been rereleased with the clear red lights once again. i would like to see a mid mount ladder truck in styrene.

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DD, A mid-mount would be nice. Thanks for sharing and watching and please subscribe if you haven't already to help us reach more modelers! -Doug

[@AnimeDad490]

Question, do you know of anyone who makes aftermarket firefighters that would fit this model? I'm finishing up mine and before I glue in cab, I would love to have a driver and pander to put in there. THANKS! Your video has been a godsend for me as I attempt to merge a 50 year old version my Dad started and a new kit.

[@RightOnReplicas]

Mike, American Diorama (americandiorama.com/index.php?route=product/search&search=Firefighters) sells 1:24 firefighters. You would have to alter them for in cab passengers or graft the heads on to a race car figure! Doug

[@AnimeDad490]

@@RightOnReplicas thanks!

[@timgetty955]

Can anyone recommend a aftermarket source for lights and tools?

[@RightOnReplicas]

Tim, You can find vendors on Shapeways or even eBay. Look for (8 pc) Fire Dept. Hand Tool Set 1/24th Scale By Don Mills Models or Hobby Gear DEMOLISH TOOLS Set there. eBay also has lighting kits like this one at "FIBER OPTIC "illuminator LIGHTING KIT" for ALL scale models". Thanks for watching and please subscribe if you haven't already, to help us inspire more modelers! -Doug

[@j_bird27]

A 39" ladder?!? This is a huge model.

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J, Yep, it's a big 'un! -PS, please subscribe if you haven't already to help us reach more modelers! -Doug

[@latinalover2715]

Dean's Hobby Stop is permanently closed

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RM, Thanks for the info! -Doug