Wasn't sure which forum to post this in since it's not vehicle specific. But what is everyone carrying as far as fire extinguishers? How are you carrying it, and does anyone have any specific recommendations for a vehicle specific extinguisher.
Right now I have an old 5 lb model strapped to the roll bar with exhaust clamps behind the drivers seat of my FJ40. Even though the gauge reads full, I'd like to replace it because I dont' know the exact age, but it's at least 5+ years old. The only reason I still use this one is because it has a metal mount with metal strap. All the new fire extinguishers I have use the cheap plastic mounts and straps, doesn't feel very comforting having a cheap piece of plastic holding a 5 lb missle behind my head. So are there any available with stronger mounts? I'm thinking of adding another one to the other side of the roll bar or right under the drivers seat.
I've heard horror stories about the dry chemical extinguishers and the problems it can cause, but the only other option seems to be halon at $120+ plus for a 5 B-C model, and supposedly they have limitations. Are they worth the extra expense? Anyone ever have to use it in a fire? Does anyone carry more than 1 in their vehicle? I've had to use one of those small extinguishers on a kitchen fire, so I know one 5lb models seems almost insignificant even against a small fire.
Right now I have an old 5 lb model strapped to the roll bar with exhaust clamps behind the drivers seat of my FJ40. Even though the gauge reads full, I'd like to replace it because I dont' know the exact age, but it's at least 5+ years old. The only reason I still use this one is because it has a metal mount with metal strap. All the new fire extinguishers I have use the cheap plastic mounts and straps, doesn't feel very comforting having a cheap piece of plastic holding a 5 lb missle behind my head. So are there any available with stronger mounts? I'm thinking of adding another one to the other side of the roll bar or right under the drivers seat.
I've heard horror stories about the dry chemical extinguishers and the problems it can cause, but the only other option seems to be halon at $120+ plus for a 5 B-C model, and supposedly they have limitations. Are they worth the extra expense? Anyone ever have to use it in a fire? Does anyone carry more than 1 in their vehicle? I've had to use one of those small extinguishers on a kitchen fire, so I know one 5lb models seems almost insignificant even against a small fire.
