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TO: Mayor Richard C. Irvin
FROM: Derrick Winston, Asst. Superintendent Fleet & Facilities Maintenance
DATE: November 13, 2020
SUBJECT:
Truck 6 Engine Replacement Payment Ratification
PURPOSE:
To ensure the continued readiness of the Aurora Fire Department Vehicle Fleet.
BACKGROUND:
Truck 6 is a 2012 E-One and one of three front-line ladder trucks currently in use by the Aurora Fire Department serving the City's East side. The truck is powered by a Cummins ISX series diesel engine and in addition to other life-saving equipment, the truck is equipped with a ninety-five foot (95') articulating ladder and extrication equipment.
On October 29th of 2020, Truck 6 was towed to Aurora's Central Garage with a failure to start condition. The truck was inspected by fleet technicians who determined that the no start condition was due to a faulty oil charged fuel pump. Before replacing the pump, it was found that the engine also exhibited symptoms indicative of internal damage beyond shop capabilities. The truck was then transported to Rush Truck Centers, an area certified Cummins ISX service center, located at 575 Saint Paul Blvd., Carol Stream, IL 60188, for further inspection. There are other Cummins certified vendors in the area, but Rush Truck Centers has provided good service to the City in the past and had an immediate opening.
DISCUSSION:
The service team at Rush Truck Centers agreed with Aurora's technician's concerns and proposed a complete engine replacement for $59,645.00. The quoted price includes an $8,645.00 manufacturer engine core charge which will be refunded to the City upon receipt of the old engine.
With Truck 6 out of service there are no reserve ladder trucks available. Should one of the remaining trucks require scheduled service or experience a mechanical failure, it would impede the fire department's ability to provide necessary services. Given T6's projected twelve to seventeen years of remaining life, otherwise good condition,...
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