Dad Turns Fire Truck into Tow Rig for Boating Adventures

Ken Johnson shares his story of purchasing a 2001 Chevy 3500 fire truck from the Cranberry Township Volunteer Fire Department in Pennsylvania. He explains his motivations for wanting a diesel truck to tow his family's boat and why he felt confident bidding on this former fire department vehicle.

Ken and his 11-year-old daughter, Tatiana, recount the memorable experience of picking up the fire truck, getting a tour of the fire station, and the generous hospitality shown by the firefighters. They discuss the road trip back to their home in Texas, stopping at the Country Music Hall of Fame.

The Johnsons detail how they've utilized the truck for towing their boat on summer outings like to Moody Gardens in Galveston. Ken also shares his philosophy on buying well-maintained former government vehicles.

About the Guests:

Ken Johnson is a car nut based in Conroe, Texas who enjoys purchasing unique vehicles and taking his family on adventures. His daughter, Tatiana, shares his enthusiasm for their road trips.

Key Takeaways:

• At pickup, the Cranberry Township fire department gave the Johnsons a tour, t-shirts, and let Tatiana sit in vintage fire trucks!
• The Johnsons took an epic 22-hour road trip back to Texas, stopping at the Country Music Hall of Fame
• The truck has worked perfectly for towing their boat on summer trips like to Moody Gardens
• Ken recommends bidding on former fire department vehicles due to their maintenance standards

Additional Resources:

• Discover Cranberry Township
• Explore the wild world of government surplus at Municibid
• Learn more about Government Surplus Vehicles: https://blog.municibid.com/the-government-surplus-vehicle-guide/ 
• Creative Fire Truck Conversions: https://blog.municibid.com/fire-truck-conversions/

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