A Good Fire Extinguisher

[nab856]

We tested out an old, green, two-burner, liquid fuel, camp stove yesterday. We've been using it for years on the tailgate of the camping vehicle. We lit one burner and everything seemed fine. Little did we know, there was a pin-hole leak in the fuel tank. The pressurized fuel tank slowly squirted fuel and created a puddle. After the stove burned for 10 minutes, the puddle ignited creating a 2 ft x 3 ft flame! No people or vehicles were injured. Luckily, we had a fire extinguisher.

 

[Poupon]

Wow. Glad everybody is safe. I would love to hear more about your experience using your extinguisher.

Interesting timing here. During my phase 4 build, I decided to invest in a high quality fire extinguisher. I ended up getting the 2.5 pound Halguard Pro for $570 plus the pull-pin quick-release mount. I liked that this extinguisher provided a sufficent punch to knock down most automotive/kitchen fires, while not leaving the white powder residue, which seemed to be a real pain when trying to clean up within the engine bay after deployment.

When deciding where to mount it, my head was around gaining quick access to address an engine bay fire. I thought placing it by the foot well on the passenger side might serve well. But Dom, over at AVS, suggested that the likely fire would be during camp while cooking. So we mounted it right inside the driver side 3rd row gull wing. The idea is that quick access can be gained whether driving or camping.

I hope I never have to use this thing.

 

[nab856]

Wow. Glad everybody is safe. I would love to hear more about your experience using your extinguisher.

Interesting timing here. During my phase 4 build, I decided to invest in a high quality fire extinguisher. I ended up getting the 2.5 pound Halguard Pro for $570 plus the pull-pin quick-release mount. I liked that this extinguisher provided a sufficent punch to knock down most automotive/kitchen fires, while not leaving the white powder residue, which seemed to be a real pain when trying to clean up within the engine bay after deployment.

When deciding where to mount it, my head was around gaining quick access to address an engine bay fire. I thought placing it by the foot well on the passenger side might serve well. But Dom, over at AVS, suggested that the likely fire would be during camp while cooking. So we mounted it right inside the driver side 3rd row gull wing. The idea is that quick access can be gained whether driving or camping.

I hope I never have to use this thing.

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The powder is extremely fine, dusty material that gets everywhere. I had to keep spraying the fire with the extinguisher after it was out to keep it from reigniting. Fortunately, we were outside, so the mess cleanup was straightforward. Your halon extinguisher is attractive from a no-mess standpoint. A carbon dioxide (CO2) extinguisher might be another option. A wool blanket is also handy for putting out fires. I assume there are advantages and disadvantages to each type of fire extinguishing method. Any fire fighters in the group?

 

[marcfj60]

Any fire fighters in the group?

Several

 

[clrussell]

Wow. Glad everybody is safe. I would love to hear more about your experience using your extinguisher.

Interesting timing here. During my phase 4 build, I decided to invest in a high quality fire extinguisher. I ended up getting the 2.5 pound Halguard Pro for $570 plus the pull-pin quick-release mount. I liked that this extinguisher provided a sufficent punch to knock down most automotive/kitchen fires, while not leaving the white powder residue, which seemed to be a real pain when trying to clean up within the engine bay after deployment.

When deciding where to mount it, my head was around gaining quick access to address an engine bay fire. I thought placing it by the foot well on the passenger side might serve well. But Dom, over at AVS, suggested that the likely fire would be during camp while cooking. So we mounted it right inside the driver side 3rd row gull wing. The idea is that quick access can be gained whether driving or camping.

I hope I never have to use this thing.

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Is that a 200 series gull wing?

 

[nab856]

Never used a fire extinguisher in the real world until last weekend. Any insight into extinguishing gear from experienced individuals? Types of fires that come to mind: cooking, engine bay, vegetation, a person.

 

[slimbuddha]

I've had a few different ones, but this one is the only one I have ever had to use. A few years ago I was coming back from a climbing trip and kept smelling something burning. I was concerned it was something in my Rav4 but nothing seemed amiss. About 10-15 miles more down the road I see a lifted truck, with flames shooting out of the driver front wheel well. It took me a few tries but I finally got the guy to pull over. I was able to douse the fire with a can of this, but didn't stay around to long, because the dudes in the car seemed very shady.

 

[nab856]

I've had a few different ones, but this one is the only one I have ever had to use. A few years ago I was coming back from a climbing trip and kept smelling something burning. I was concerned it was something in my Rav4 but nothing seemed amiss. About 10-15 miles more down the road I see a lifted truck, with flames shooting out of the driver front wheel well. It took me a few tries but I finally got the guy to pull over. I was able to douse the fire with a can of this, but didn't stay around to long, because the dudes in the car seemed very shady.


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Tire or engine compartment fire?! Wow

 

[slimbuddha]

Tire or engine compartment fire?! Wow

It was the end of the axle/brake area. I don't know what failed, as I was just focused on putting out the flames. Once I did, I got out of there real quick. The driver barely even acknowledged what was going on, and immediately started calling someone (definitely not 911), and there was another passenger in the car who didn't even get out of the vehicle. Their nonchalant reaction gave me criminal vibes, so I got out of there quick.

 

[Poupon]

Is that a 200 series gull wing?

Yes it is. I like it. High utility/functionality.