Dont like quints but this is a well designed rig. Looks very functional. I am concerned about the heavy reliance on computer controls hopefully their is redundancy of manual control.
Rig looks awesome, but I can see that huge front bumper plowing up some asphalt coming into dips and driveways. I like having a valve handle to open and close valves.....I wonder how many of those electronic valves will be reliable in 10 years.
My concern here, is electronic equipment's hate relationship with water. How durable will those digital screens be under fireground conditions? And also, having a tablet in his hands will make doing other pump operator tasks clumsier: making connections, hand jacking short supply lines, chasing kinks, etc. I can see it getting banged around and dropped often, lol. Also, what happens when one malfunctions? Are their work arounds, or back up systems so you don't lose all control of your aerial or pump? I'd love to see a full tour of this rig!
When I see a truck like this I think of my dad. "What the hell do I want power windows for?! Just gonna cost more & break when it's raining. I'm not too old to crank." He was right, he was a crank. But his point is still valid. Don't get electronic gadgetry "to make life easier" when common sense, elbow grease & gravity will do.
