FIRE Extinguisher in the CSL..

[theodoros]

Got a question for you guys..

Is is it possible to install a fire extinguisher in the CSL, either in front of the driver's seat (standard seat) or in the boot without drilling or changing the car?

I will appreciate any photos..

I was thinking for one of this:

http://img16.imageshack.us/img16/8625/kekspgm.th.jpg (http://img16.imageshack.us/my.php?image=kekspgm.jpg)

[karbonkid]

I had a FIA Lifeline Dumpy Fitted with quick release. GT3 RS style...

http://img245.imageshack.us/img245/1376/snv33439.jpg (http://img245.imageshack.us/my.php?image=snv33439.jpg)

http://img21.imageshack.us/img21/8570/snv33440.jpg (http://img21.imageshack.us/my.php?image=snv33440.jpg)

[theodoros]

karbonkid, how difficult is the installation? does it require any drilling?
in the pics you posted how many kilos was the Extinguisher - 4kg?

[md23]

Got mine fitted in the glovebox, not sure on fitment but will check tonight. Can post a pic if you like.

Mark

[shimmy]

i think i might let her burn rather than try to put the fire out whilst reaching for a fixed hand held extinguisher!

see too many times on building sites where people try to put fires out only to get themselves in worse positions. Biggest help is probabaly for other cars on fire, as you can stop if first there and squirt them:thumbs:

Surely it would be best if you're gonna fit one to do it properly so it can fill the car footwells with extinguishant and help save your life. At least then you can get out first ..............

[karbonkid]

karbonkid, how difficult is the installation? does it require any drilling?
in the pics you posted how many kilos was the Extinguisher - 4kg?

It only required drilling 2x holes in the aluminum mounting bracket and floor bulge, hidden under the seat. The thread is then created with a tap then allen screws and washers in place to fasten. It weighs 3.35KG full and can be linked up with hoses and nozzles if wanted. Easy and neat Job done. :thumbs:

[sailorbaz]

I've installed one in my boot, only a 2Kg Powder one though. I've no photos at the moment but will get some uploaded when I get home.

I just bolted it to the carpet area above and forward of the 1st Aid Kit on the left hand side of the boot, with some decent sized penny washers. When I remove it, you won't even know it had been there. Or, I could just replace that piece of carpet, its strong enough to hold the extinguisher no bother.

[_Nathan_]

What good is it in the boot though? If the car is on fire how are you going to open the boot? Reach down and find the button only to find that the loom is on fire and it doesn't work? Needs to be in reach from the drivers seat or don't bother IMO.

[shimmy]

tip.....


if the cars on fire, get out and run:beer:

[sailorbaz]

I hear where you're coming from Nathan, too true. However, the fire could be under the bonnet, inside the cabin, in the boot (Seen this happen with a dodgy 'Ice Install') anywhere really.

Understandably the most obvious place is the wiring loom, or under the bonnet. I put mine in the boot as I wasn't too fussed on anyone seeing it.

[_Nathan_]

I'm with Shimmy, it is insured, just get out and make sure you are safe!

[shimmy]

I'm with Shimmy, it is insured, just get out and make sure you are safe!

yes, i wasnt being funny, just sensible:thumbs:

[englebert]

Maybe i'm missing the point, i thought you put one in for 'hero points,' like leaving your towing eye in all the time or quoting Vin Diesel when you pull up next to Doris in her Micra at a set of lights...

[shimmy]

:beer:Maybe i'm missing the point, i thought you put one in for 'hero points,' like leaving your towing eye in all the time or quoting Vin Diesel when you pull up next to Doris in her Micra at a set of lights...:beer:

[terryb]

Got a question for you guys..

Is is it possible to install a fire extinguisher in the CSL, either in front of the driver's seat (standard seat) or in the boot without drilling or changing the car?



theodoros

The answer is yes it is possible as I did it.

I don't have any pics, but if you can follow me then it goes like this.

Basically, I used the 2 fasteners that secure the front passenger mat to the carpet to secure a plank of wood to the carpet (with the mat removed). The extinguisher bracket was fitted to the plank of wood.

This was secure enough to do the job and whilst it's not as secure as drilling through the floor, it was fine at a recent track day at Brands Hatch and can be removed afterwards. It was certainly good enough for the job and I would do it again.

The piece of wood was probably 4 or 5 inches wide by half inch thick. The wood was cut to a length to fit in front of the passenger seat, obviously longer than the space between the 2 fasteners.

Then marked out where the 2 holes were to go and drilled 2 holes. Now the piece of wood was too thick for the fastener to attach through the wood and into the carpet. So I used a flat drill bit of a size larger than the diameter of the top of the fastener to bore out the hole, deep enough to provide a stable platform for the fastener to rest on, but not too deep so that it went through the piece of wood - a flat drill bit is like the image below..

http://www.tooled-up.com/ShowImage.aspx?Type=3&File=IRW200017.jpg&Size=150

Hope I haven't confused you there.

Now that the car is owned by Ducade on here, I'll ask him to take some phots and post them up. But this way the whole extinguisher can be removed when you don't need it.

Cheers

Terry

[shimmy]

But this way the whole extinguisher can be removed when you don't need it.



TERRY

how do you know when you 'dont need it'?

[theodoros]

many thanks Terry!! :thumbs:
I am still looking into my options, and
I ll consider your idea as well..

[terryb]

TERRY

how do you know when you 'dont need it'?

LOL - fair point, but you don't NEED it when not on the track or doing a 30-130 day :)

[karbonkid]

Just came across this Fire extinguisher mount from VAC if you wanted to consider theodoros. :thumbs:

http://img246.imageshack.us/img246/9625/24237657.jpg (http://img246.imageshack.us/my.php?image=24237657.jpg)

http://store.nexternal.com/shared/StoreFront/default.asp?CS=vacmotors&StoreType=BtoC&Count1=604290187&Count2=521430611&Keyword=e46&Target=products.asp