Fire Extinguisher

[Chevy305]

I'd like the insurance of a fire extinguisher in my truck because you never know. However, I'm not sure where to get one that is Coast Guard approved for a fair price. I think a 2.5lb halon extinguisher will be plenty and be small enough to mount anywhere. Speaking of mounting, can I see some mounting location ideas?

 

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[4X4HIGH]

I'd like the insurance of a fire extinguisher in my truck because you never know. However, I'm not sure where to get one that is Coast Guard approved for a fair price. I think a 2.5lb halon extinguisher will be plenty and be small enough to mount anywhere. Speaking of mounting, can I see some mounting location ideas?

Why would you need a coast guard approved fire extinguisher in your truck?

All you need is an ABC fire extinguisher. I mounted mine on my roll bar just behind the front seats. I have one on each side and they're very accessible.

EDIT: Halon is very expensive and not needed. In fact since Halon removes all oxygen from the air it is not recommended.

This is the most common extinguisher used.

Here's some good info for anyone interested. http://www.hanford.gov/fire/safety/extingrs.htm

 

[Thunder]

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A 5 LB ABC is all you need.
The only reason to use halon is if you have really expensive electronics to protect...Like if you have a big O'l server tower and a bunch of switch gear in your truck.

BTW a 2.5 LB extingusher aint enough to put out a lit fart.

 

[BKinzey]

But a 2.5 is plenty big enough to make a big mess before your vehicle burns up

 

[Chevy305]

Why would you need a coast guard approved fire extinguisher in your truck?

All you need is an ABC fire extinguisher. I mounted mine on my roll bar just behind the front seats. I have one on each side and they're very accessible.

EDIT: Halon is very expensive and not needed. In fact since Halon removes all oxygen from the air it is not recommended.

This is the most common extinguisher used.

Here's some good info for anyone interested. http://www.hanford.gov/fire/safety/extingrs.htm

I've used dry chemical extinguishers before and I can tell you that the powder sucks. I've gone through basic fire fighting training and while both will work, I'd prefer not to use the dry chemical, especially since that powder gets EVERYWHERE.

Yes halon removes the O2 to stop the fire, but with 2.5lbs of it, its not going to kill you.

As far as Coast Guard certifications, I guess its not that important unless I accidentally drive into the ocean ... and then catch on fire...

 

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[Chevy305]

Unfortunately, my shifter is right there...

 

[n1iic]

As far as Coast Guard certifications, I guess its not that important unless I accidentally drive into the ocean ... and then catch on fire...

Skip the swim, and have the fire here in my town. We haven't seen any real fire here for sooooo long.

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I mounted mine at the base of the seat, easy to grab when you open the door.

 

[ankarback]

What about a CO2 fire extinguisher? When I did basic training in the miltary we used them to put out engine fires. Worked great and don't make a mess like a dry chemical one does. The powder is really corrosive so if you have to use it try to wash it off as soon as possible.

 

[4X4HIGH]

Do you realize that the same size halon extinguisher cost 5 times as much as an ABC dry chemical extinguisher?

 

[1980]

I like Halon, but I think is was outlawed a while back. Global warming.

 

[89yimmiJ]

I swear by Halon extinguishers. H3R still has them available new and used. Halon is no longer manufactured but is still readily available. The reason why they are so expensive is because
1. They work.
2. It takes several years to lose pressure as opposed to the cheapies that only last a 2-3 years.
3. They leave almost no mess in the interior.
4. Typically during an engine fire, you want all of the air sucked out so that the fire dies immediately, and the halon doesn't ruin the carb/ motor when sucked in.

 

[caddy01]

Why would you need a coast guard approved fire extinguisher in your truck?

All you need is an ABC fire extinguisher. I mounted mine on my roll bar just behind the front seats. I have one on each side and they're very accessible.

EDIT: Halon is very expensive and not needed. In fact since Halon removes all oxygen from the air it is not recommended.

This is the most common extinguisher used.

Here's some good info for anyone interested. http://www.hanford.gov/fire/safety/extingrs.htm

I did the same as well.

 

[habitatxskate]

if you have a speaker behind the seat i set it up right there so if i have to jump out of my truck i can still reach it with ease and i know its right there..bought it for like 10 bucks at p&a when i was there..have a few more in the garage too

 

[colbystephens]

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not a great pic, but it's mounted to the tranny hump next to the 205's shifter.

 

[Chevy305]

I swear by Halon extinguishers. H3R still has them available new and used. Halon is no longer manufactured but is still readily available. The reason why they are so expensive is because
1. They work.
2. It takes several years to lose pressure as opposed to the cheapies that only last a 2-3 years.
3. They leave almost no mess in the interior.
4. Typically during an engine fire, you want all of the air sucked out so that the fire dies immediately, and the halon doesn't ruin the carb/ motor when sucked in.

Thats exactly why I prefer the Halon extinguishers.

As far as mounting, I do have penty of room behind the seat, or I could put it next to my shifters...


But where can I buy a fire extinguisher cheap?

 

[TSGB]

Walmart, in the boat (sporting good) section.

 

[supersize75k5]

Why would you need a coast guard approved fire extinguisher in your truck?

All you need is an ABC fire extinguisher. I mounted mine on my roll bar just behind the front seats. I have one on each side and they're very accessible.

EDIT: Halon is very expensive and not needed. In fact since Halon removes all oxygen from the air it is not recommended.

This is the most common extinguisher used.

Here's some good info for anyone interested. http://www.hanford.gov/fire/safety/extingrs.htm

that fire extinguisher is a fliping joke


in a truck you droped 5k to 20k on and you choose to get cheap on the one thing that will save your ass when it is ready to go down in flames... have fun with the insurance co!


not that I know a damn thing but..

an abc is the bare minimum.. its the get by with what you can.. yes it will work, but as much as it may save it will destroy.

halon
halotron
clean guard
co2
sodium


clean guard is my tool of choice for eco friendly customers where its needed.

a 2.5 abc is a joke, a 5 lb is nice, a 2.5 halon will do the job most of the time, a 5 lb and up is an ass kicker.


the plastic headed fire extinguisher.. in a truck where you stand a chance of busting the head while moving things around, they should not be welcome. Also..plastic plus heat..sucks. before I got into this business I had the pleasure of watching my nice 86 burn down after I had grabbed my 3 month old fire ext. that had no preasure anymore a normal metal ABC I have some on the side of my house from 1968 that have not been opened in 20 years that still have preasure.

also if you do get a dry chem, take a rubber hammer to the bottom once and a while to unpack the powder..