As well as the 4820 turntable ladder, I've also done some minor custom work on the two 4820 pumps.
First, I'm looking at a simple livery of red and white and I've started with the rear of the two pumps, using the red and white chevron stickers from the construction Superset. These fit perfectly to the bodywork either side of the rear locker doors.
I'm also looking at some white striping on the sides' below the lockers and I'll report on this when a decision has been made.
I've altered the ladders carried by CH/1. originally a four section ladder based on the ladder from the 3881 set was carried. However, this has been altered to consist two full length ladders and two custom short ladders. The short ladders can be used either as single lengths, e.g. when needing access over a low wall or down a bank, extended in confined spaces, or one length (the one with the hook on) can be used as a roof ladder, e.g. at a chimney fire.
First, an overall side view.
Then, the two ladders unextended.
Lastly, the two ladders extended to show their relative heights.
And, finally, just for the record, the pump with the repositioned number plate.
