Franklin  Engine 3 served the City of San Jose from Station # 3 located near Reed and First Street. During the Great Quake of 1906, Franklin Fire Station #3 collapsed on the engine.  The engine was dug out by the firemen and then fought fires throughout San Jose for more than two straight days....

Model “F” Touring Restoration on this extremely rare vehicle is nearly complete. It has taken 2 1/2 years of complete dedication from a small group of volunteers to reach this exciting point. The final completion date is scheduled for the summer of 2005. The very first San Jose Fire Chief’s...