Fire Truck Siren Federal Signal 66G

1969 International Pumper with a Federal Signal Model 66G siren.

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Autos & Vehicles

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• firetruck
• siren

[fanoseagrave]

Would this siren be okay to use on the average automobile or would it use too much amps?

[fvfd36]

A large siren like this draws about 100-120 amps while running up to speed. It could be put on the average full size car or truck but you better make sure that you have your battery, cables and alternator in top condition. You will notice that the lights will dim a bit when you step on the switch! I have a model EG and WG that would be easier on your charging system( not for sale). They are not quite as loud as a 66G and you can find them on eBay for $80-120 very easily.

[fvfd36]

Well, just remember that you will only be drawing those 100-120 amps while you are on the switch. This shouldn't be a problem unless you plan to have it screaming all day long:) The alternator will recharge the battery a bit while it is coasting. Use at least 4 gauge battery cable from the battery to the solenoid and to the siren. I would use a heavy duty 150 amp fuse and holder (high power stereo equipment) or a 150 amp fusible link between the positive battery post and solenoid for safety.

[fvfd36]

A higher output alternator will help also as it will be able to provide more of the required amps instead of those amps coming from the battery. But I don't think you will need it if you take good care of your stock charging system. Are you going to put one on your POV? Sounds like you might be a Volunteer Fireman like me!

[stigchr]

Is the siren manually operated,

or could it be set to automatic ?

[fvfd36]

Almost all have a momentary foot switch that you step on to turn on. The longer you step on it, the longer the siren sounds. I have seen only one with a custom setup that had a spring return on it. You stepped on the foot switch quickly once and the spring would slowly retract in about 5 seconds giving you 5 seconds of power to the siren.

[iamunforgivable]

Gentlemen, I am very sorry to bring down the IQ of this conversation but I looked up this video in hopes of making my dog howl. And it worked.

[Flamewalker217]

There's only one sound like that in whole world! And it's made by the one and only Federal "Q"! HEHE!!!

[Code3forever]

No matter what you think about modern technology and these transistorized electronic sirens. The electro-mechanical sirens from Federal, B&M, SIreno and maybe a few others I can't recall right now that were made decades ago, to me are more effective in heavy traffic and intersections than any electronic I have ever used. I used them in LA traffic from Hollywood to Watts to East LA and to the San Fernando Valley. Electronics were just something new and cheaper to buy in those days.

[thecatyoukai]

@Flamewalker217 To bad your wrong. This is an 66G. Made by federal signal, but not a Q. Sorry, but back to whacker school for you.

[zapataoffshore]

♥ Federal Sirens and what they stand for - Help ♥

[yuppypuppy5]

when ever one of thease trucks come by, my dogs howl sooooooo loud its not even funny! lmao.

[sonottiny38]

the fed will get you going! got an adreno rush just thinkin about it.

[Mikeybaseball629]

I watch this vid cause my dog goes crazy when he hears a firtruck siren and it's SO funny!

[Jiltedin2007]

That was awesome! How about something longer.

[ffemt99]

Hey if your company is ever looking to tell the truck as is let me know

[Mizatt03]

q n powercall all day