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Posted by: Cal Nov 21 2015, 05:48 PM

I'm looking for recommendations for the best compact fire extinguisher for a 914 as well as possible mounting locations.

Posted by: Elliot Cannon Nov 21 2015, 06:30 PM

Try not to skimp on cost. You can get an inexpensive extinguisher that sprays chemical retardant but it makes a huge mess and is corrosive. Mine is Halon or Halotron, I can't remember which. It was over $100 but well worth it. Here's where I mounted it.


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Posted by: Cracker Nov 21 2015, 06:54 PM

Posted by: orthobiz Nov 21 2015, 07:20 PM

Go with Halon if possible. It's scavenged stuff so it already exists on the planet as it's no longer manufactured. The Halotron stuff, IIRC, is half as effective per unit weight/volume but I'm really not an expert!

Just did a google search and they are no where near as common as even three years ago!

Paul

Posted by: pvollma Nov 21 2015, 09:04 PM

Here's what I did:

http://www.914world.com/bbs2/index.php?s=&showtopic=225548&view=findpost&p=1960801

Posted by: RickS Nov 21 2015, 10:53 PM

Exact same thing and location as Elliot. Or maybe he copied me?

Posted by: Racer Nov 22 2015, 08:36 AM

I've mounted them:
1) behind drivers seat
2) in front of passenger seat.
(Sorry no pics)

Don't skimp and don't put it in a trunk. You will want it within reach. You will want a good one to put out any fuel or electrical fire that may start up.

Posted by: rgalla9146 Nov 22 2015, 09:11 AM

Whatever you choose get one with a metal mounting bracket.
Track events usually require metal to metal attachment.

Posted by: GeorgeRud Nov 22 2015, 09:19 AM

Mounting one to a piece of angle iron mounted transversely in front of the passenger seat seems the easiest. By making short extensions on the ends, you can simply bolt the mount to the front seat mounting bolts so it moves with the seat if your seat is the later style. The vertical portion of the angle iron provides a great surface to attach the extinguisher mount.

I'd chose a Halon or foam extinguisher. The foam types help prevent re-ignition after putting out a fire.

Posted by: Amphicar770 Nov 22 2015, 09:47 PM

Keep an eye out for 25% or 30% off sales at ZoroTools. They carry halon / halotron extinguishers so that is the time to stock up. Have one for each car and a bigger one for the garage.

Posted by: Amphicar770 Nov 29 2015, 07:37 AM

All,

If you are looking to stock up on Halon type extinguishers, that are usually never on sale, Zoro Tools has their cybermonday sale tomorrow that is usually 25 - 30% off with free shipping. I used it last year for extinguishers and my Miller MIG.

I have no connection to Zoro other than being a satisfied customer. Just passing this along as good extinguishers are important but often expensive.

Posted by: Cracker Nov 29 2015, 07:47 AM

Just be careful going too small...I had a fire last year that the on-board system could not extinguish. Just a thought...

Tony

Posted by: Big Len Nov 29 2015, 08:06 AM

Have you notified your insurance company that your car has an on-board fire extingisher which may result in a discount or do they even care?

Posted by: Amphicar770 Jan 5 2016, 04:28 PM

Zorotools has 20% off today only with $200 purchase. I have seen them do 25% and even 30% (usually around black friday).

Posted by: Marv's3.6six Jan 7 2016, 12:46 PM

Here is mine which is Halon BTW. Mount location is very out of the way but easy to see and get to. Interlock pull pin to drop.


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Posted by: Amphicar770 Feb 9 2016, 02:52 PM

Zoro has 25% on everything including extinguishers today only until 11PM CT. No relation to me, just passing along as these halotrons are rarely on sale. Use code NAILEDIT

Posted by: stugray Feb 9 2016, 03:05 PM

I went with the 2.5 lb halotrol from summit:

http://www.summitracing.com/parts/htr-hg250r

pricey, but 'cheap' when the alternative is a smoking hole in the ground....
I also have the onboard Firecharger system, but you cant point that where the fire actually IS

Posted by: iamchappy Feb 9 2016, 05:39 PM

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Posted by: Cairo94507 Feb 9 2016, 09:39 PM

I have a fire suppression system going in my Six with 3 nozzles. I had an engine fire in my '67, 427 Corvette Stingray fastback.... I put it out w/o any damage but the thought of my Six catching fire scares me after all the work going into it.

Posted by: Cal Jan 14 2018, 10:02 PM

Here's an interesting new product that will probably do very well on the market...small, light, compact.

https://www.elementfire.com/Default.asp




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Posted by: pete000 Jan 14 2018, 10:16 PM

Just made up a mount for mine. Don't leave home with out one !


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Posted by: oakdalecurtis Jan 14 2018, 10:26 PM

Hi Cal, this is a repost of a product I found recently that you may want to consider:
I purchased the 6 foot BlazeCut Fire Suppression System (here’s a video of BlazeCut in action : https://m.youtube.com/watch?v=Kswau1mGBE8).
This 6 foot length only requires one length down one side of the lid, one curve, and one length back the other side of the lid. I also found that the stiff tubing does not like to bend into a tight enough arc to fit into the confines of the engine lid. The tube kinked at the center of the curve, but I don't think it damaged it. I bought an electrical gray pipe curve, 3/4" ID, split it with my band saw, and zip tied and taped it around the BlazeCut tubing at the center of the arc where the tubing wanted to kink. This supported and held the tubing, keeping the tubing in the required arc while preventing it from kinking. I also found that plastic zip ties were not strong enough to hold the tubing in position under the engine lid. The stiff BlazeCut tubing does not like to bend or go where you want it to very easily. As you can see, I removed my rain tray a while ago since I never take the car out in bad weather and the engine runs cooler without it.
I fastened the tubing to the underside of the engine lid using metal pipe claps, 3/4 ID, and short self tapping metal screws into the lid supports. I wrapped the BlazeCut in heavy plumbers tape wherever it came in contact with the metal lid. I also cut thin strips of black tape and put them on the top side of the BlazeCut tube so you could not easily see the white tubing through the engine grill from the outside.
If you look on the left side of my engine lid, you can also see a steel braided cable I added a while back so I don't have to hold on to the engine lid when I open it. Without the cable, if you popped the engine lid and didn't hold it, it would fly open and put a lot of bending force on the hinges, which I have already rewelded once. Now the cable catches it before it works on the hinges.
I hope I never have to find out how well the BlazeCut tubing works!

Posted by: michael7810 Jan 15 2018, 07:11 AM

I'm seriously considering one of these. https://www.elementfire.com
Works like a road flare, check out the video on the website

Posted by: Coondog Jan 15 2018, 08:15 AM

Please tell me your kidding Mike. I watched the video then I

# Both Fake Firefighters in the picture don’t even wear there fire helmets correctly....

# Flammable liquid leaks don’t stay in one spot. They run underneath your tins, on the ground and other places that you can’t get to with that stick.

# My biggest concern is you have to hold it to close to the flames

My friend as you know your 914-6 gave me the inspiration to build my Six. Please don’t put your trust in this product, buy a Purple K extinguisher and know that it will put out anything you throw at it.

Posted by: michael7810 Jan 15 2018, 11:26 AM

Greg- thanks for the professional assessment. I was not kidding...but now I am. Jeff Zwart recommended this product on his Instagram feed...must have been a paid endorsement.
I know my Irish Green 914-4 is an awesome car ( ), but you might be thinking of another one of the many Michaels who own 914s and likely Michael Wills if an AZ-based 914-6 inspired you to build a six.
Looking forward to seeing your car on Rt 66. Cheers

Posted by: worn Jan 15 2018, 03:27 PM

I know this sounds stupid, but what is the round thing above the fire extinguisher. My only guess is a porthole to the fuel tank. That can't be right...

Posted by: SKL1 Jan 15 2018, 04:45 PM

Halon. Just fabricated my own mount in front of the passenger seat. Easy to reach IF you ever need it! Hopefully not!

Posted by: StratPlayer Jan 15 2018, 09:38 PM

Just ordered me one of those element ext. Small an should do the job .

Posted by: JmuRiz Jan 16 2018, 09:18 AM

Very interesting, would be good to keep one in your door pocket and one in the glove box!

That along with the tube-style unit on your engine lid and it would be a great piece-of-mind.

Posted by: 914forme Jan 16 2018, 08:04 PM

And they come in threes sizes, the industrial unit, is not much bigger.

100 SECOND DISCHARGE

More than 8X the fire fighting time of a 5lb fire extinguisher

COMPACT & EASY TO USE

33cm (13") tall, 4cm (1.6") diameter & 360 grams (0.79lbs) weight.
Portable & fits almost anywhere

MAKES NO MESS

Leaves no residue. Non-toxic, non-corrosive & environmentally friendly

ZERO PRESSURE DISCHARGE

Creates no thrust that can otherwise spread oil & liquid fires

SAFE & MAINTENANCE FREE

Solid construction has no moving parts or compressed gas to ever service

Posted by: motofoto Jan 16 2018, 09:28 PM

I ordered 2 of the middle sized element extinguishers a few days ago. Look like really cool units!