Fire Extinguisher Pt. deux

[Spook50]

Finally decided to mount the extinguisher on the side of my cargo area. Another thought was on the back of my rear seat, but this way all I have to do is pop the top if I need it and reach in to grab it. Got a nice stainless steel (at least the guy was told it was stainless) mount for it so I don't have to worry about any bimetallic corrosion where it's bolted on (there's a vertical support that it's mounted to through the trim panel). It's not as easy-access as the A pillar, but given the height my seats sit at, it's too easy for people close to my height to crack their forehead into it when getting in.

 

[GLTHFJ60]

I like this mount, and I don't mean to be a critic, but that accessability seems limited, lets say, in the case of a truck fire, god forbid. For cook-outs, it seems amazing.

Did you consider the tranny hump right below the shifter in your rig? If not, why not?

 

[Spook50]

I like this mount, and I don't mean to be a critic, but that accessability seems limited, lets say, in the case of a truck fire, god forbid. For cook-outs, it seems amazing.

Did you consider the tranny hump right below the shifter in your rig? If not, why not?

I did, but with plans to put in a 5-spd and modify my tcase for a twin stick, I wasn't sure how much free space (if any) I'd have on the hump.

 

[Godwin]

This doesn't stike me as the most secure of mounting sites. The cargo panel is rather flimsy and are those merely bungee cords holding the extinguisher in place? In the event of an accident the mass of the extinguisher could possibly cause it to pull loose and become a flying object. I'd find a solid metal surface for mounting and use something other than bungees.

 

[Spook50]

This doesn't stike me as the most secure of mounting sites. The cargo panel is rather flimsy and are those merely bungee cords holding the extinguisher in place? In the event of an accident the mass of the extinguisher could possibly cause it to pull loose and become a flying object. I'd find a solid metal surface for mounting and use something other than bungees.

The bungees are very strong rubber. I had to use a pair of garden shears to cut the excess off. I tried everything I could to get the extinguisher to come off of the mount and it's on there good. They hold it good and tight and even take some effort to unhook from the mount. As far as securing the mount, there's a vertical support right behind it that it's actually bolted to. The panel itself isn't carying any load.

 

[dogboy2]

bravo....clean install and much better than that skull-cracker spot you had it in before.

-dogboy- '87 FJ60

 

[hodag]

This doesn't stike me as the most secure of mounting sites. The cargo panel is rather flimsy and are those merely bungee cords holding the extinguisher in place? In the event of an accident the mass of the extinguisher could possibly cause it to pull loose and become a flying object. I'd find a solid metal surface for mounting and use something other than bungees.

Man, you just can't catch a break. First everyone bitches about it being mounted where it'll split someone's melon, next they bitch that its inaccesible. I say you just lay it loose on the dash and throw caution to the wind .

Hodag

 

[MANUCHAO]

Nice spot for your fire extinguisher.
Im planning on doing the same thing for my rig.
I peeled off the panels and replaced the card board for 1/4" plywood.
It is a lot sturdier, got rid of the plastic snap-ons and bought some metal sheet screws and clip-on threaded nuts, bolted the whole thing and it came out pretty good.
I also replaced my speakers with new Infinity's.
The sound is better and the road noise is less.
I'll post pics when I can get to it.
Thanks for posting.
The job looks clean !!!!!

 

[Spook50]

Nice spot for your fire extinguisher.
Im planning on doing the same thing for my rig.
I peeled off the panels and replaced the card board for 1/4" plywood.
It is a lot sturdier, got rid of the plastic snap-ons and bought some metal sheet screws and clip-on threaded nuts, bolted the whole thing and it came out pretty good.
I also replaced my speakers with new Infinity's.
The sound is better and the road noise is less.
I'll post pics when I can get to it.
Thanks for posting.
The job looks clean !!!!!

Hey I like that plywood idea. Especially where it concerns road noise. I'd definately like to see pics.

 

[VETTE60]

seems to me that if you road trip, you'd cover that up with gear, and have a hard time getting to it. i put mine just below the drivers seat in front of the tool cubby. it is out of the way, and right there when you need it.

 

[Corbet]

seems to me that if you road trip, you'd cover that up with gear, and have a hard time getting to it. i put mine just below the drivers seat in front of the tool cubby. it is out of the way, and right there when you need it.

Same here. Not even mounted. Can't be removed without opening the door.

 

[jgordon]

I'd be careful about that. In driver's education events, they require a metal-to-metal mounting with metal clamps. In an accident, the forces generated are much more violent and multi-directional than you can account for on your own.

Plus, that size fire extinguisher is pretty inadequate. I keep one of those bolted to the passenger seat, and a 5 lb in the trunk. I actually put out a fire with that, but it was a very small fire, and I barely had it contained. About 30 mins after I put it out, I bought the 5 pounder.

You're way ahead of most people with regard to fire safety, but it's an evolving process. No offense intended, just want to keep you and your truck safe.

 

[Corbet]

I have also been told mounting a dry chemical fire extinguisher in the vertical position is not recommended for vehicle applications. Something about the contents getting packed down into the bottom of the bottle, decreasing its effectiveness. Best to mount it on its side. Thats why mine is under the seat.

My next extinguisher will be either Halon or Water with the Cold Fire additive. I have had first hand experience with dry chem. Don't ever want to have to use it again.

 

[Spook50]

I have also been told mounting a dry chemical fire extinguisher in the vertical position is not recommended for vehicle applications. Something about the contents getting packed down into the bottom of the bottle, decreasing its effectiveness. Best to mount it on its side. Thats why mine is under the seat.

My next extinguisher will be either Halon or Water with the Cold Fire additive. I have had first hand experience with dry chem. Don't ever want to have to use it again.

Dry chem ain't the best, but I'd still much rather use that than Halon if I'm in a closed in area. That stuff ain't pretty.

 

[Corbet]

Dry chem ain't the best, but I'd still much rather use that than Halon if I'm in a closed in area. That stuff ain't pretty.

How many closed in areas do you encounter wheeling?

 

[Spook50]

How many closed in areas do you encounter wheeling?

What if you're not wheeling and happen to be in an area (parking garage maybe? Not likely but possible) where you'll need it? The AF is still trying to get rid of all our Halon (save for the big ones on the flightline kept in front of the jets) extinguishers for this very reason.

 

[Corbet]

This arguement could go on for a while but realistically I'll probably continue to carry my chemical unit after I purchase a halon. And when it comes time, hopefully never again, I can take my pick. If it is not my vehicle, definitely chemical.

 

[MANUCHAO]

Sorry no pics during the process but here is the finish product... It was quite easy to do and here is the hardware I used.... I like the bolts I used as it gives it an industrial look to the paneling ...

Did not mean to hijack this thread, but I did the 1/4 inch panel as I will be putting a fire extinguisher in aroudn the same area...
I figure is better to have something to put the fire out than nothing at all, but I do get the poing of it being secure in case of a collision.

The last picture shows the hardware that it had and the new hardware I used. It made it a lot more secure and it does not rattle at all.
I went with infinity's speakers front and rear and it sounds great.
The product in the middle is sound deadning I used all around the truck specially on all 4 doors and front and rear passengers floor and also on the firewall as far up as I could go...
It sure makes a difference when driving at hwy speeds...

 

[87CRUSR]

I mounted mine just in front/below the driver's seat where the slight angle in the floor begins. Fits perfectly with no interference and is very easy access in case of an emergency. It also keeps any stuff from sliding forward if I have something under the seat...

 

[brownbear]

Your fire extiguisher looks fine to me. 2.5lb is plenty. 5lb is huge. Most small fires are handled with a 2.5lb. dry chem is fine.

Halon is still used in Airplanes, but it is pretty toxic when it hits the fire and breaks down. But also doesn't contaminate the whole plane with the very non breathable dust out of the dry chem units. Either you don't want to use in confined space.