Sage brush on top of the skid plate. Caught a spark somehow melting a hole in the fuel tank.
Were they the little bottles?!?
The whiskey? It was 3 bottles of the Texas size, lol, or 750ml. Started out with regular, went to Black and finished up on Rye. In fairness the Rye was only about 80% full.Were they the little bottles?!?
I didn't know it was possible to drink that much whiskey in one day... Wow!The whiskey? It was 3 bottles of the Texas size, lol, or 750ml. Started out with regular, went to Black and finished up on Rye. In fairness the Rye was only about 80% full.
I don’t recall what the gummies were in. Supposedly good stuff from CO. Apparently they needed a little time to work.
I’m no stranger to Crown but that was my first and only round with those type of gummies.
I’m no stranger to Crown but that was my first and only round with those type of gummies.
We started early….around 1pm when the game started. Ate a few times as well. All in was about a 13+ hour event.
I worked for a guy in high school whose fiance left him and he started drinking a bottle of Everclear a day (plus the odd bottle of tequila). It makes my liver hurt just thinking about it. Glad you got out of that!
Did you get the fuel tank replaced yet?
MOST fire apparatus carry three extinguisher's for fire firefighting. Large ABC dry chemical, Large CO2, water can, and foam capabilities. Firefighters will choose the correct method of extinguishment depending on the type of fire.
MOST departments will use water, foam, and or ABC dry chemical for stubborn vehicle fires.
In regards to fire blankets, they're reserved for electric vehicle fires (covers the entire car) Doesn't put the car out, just keeps it contained until the batteries are done burning. Plus, they're super big and heavy. Not practical for overlanding.
Halon displaces oxygen. That's how the fire goes out. The problem is the fire can re ignite. That's the advantage of dry chemical. It creates a crust over the hot surface where the fire was, keeping the fire suppressed. Halon is used by computer companies as not to damage electronics. Floods the room with Halon for a period of time. We're outside dealing with plastic, rubber, fuel, and all kinds of other combustibles.
I don't mess around with mystery extinguishers like the Element. Not that they don't work, but the testing I've seen is not realistic in regards vehicle fires. Shown are small easily controlled fires. Plus, you have to get your hand in there for it to be effective. Not always possible and likely to burn yourself.
Use what's proven to work (most of the time) an actual vehicle fire is not the time to see if they are effective. You don't want to lose your Bronco and start a large brush fire.
In regards to mounting, anywhere on the vehicle is close enough. Don't lock or bury it under stuff. My advice is keep it in the rear because most fires start towards the front and you want access without flames or smoke making it difficult. Plus, it's a pressurized canister. Rear is a good choice.
Myself, I carry two extinguishers. 2.5 pound BC Purple K and 2.5 pound ABC dry chemical. If you have the ability to carry bigger versions of those extinguishers...awesome. Don't worry about corrosion, you want the fire out. Insurance can replace parts.
I had a Bronco fire last month
These links will get you set up
Hope this helps!
2.5 Pound BC Purple K
2.5 Pound ABC Dry Chemical
Roll Bar Mount
I gave them a call. The lady who answered was very knowledgable.
I'd be worried about the extinguisher coming loose in a collision and flying around. Otherwise I like the location. How is the DV8 overhead molle panel working for you? Some people have had problems installing one.Right up front on the aftermarket overhead panel. Very quick access. At first we didn’t like it blocking the Aux switches but decided to stick with it. Glad we did. We’ll put the backup in the back.
If that thing comes off during a crash we definitely have bigger problems.
oh dang. I was gonna say go up two posts and you’ll see it but it’s more like 12
I was thinking about the extinguisher hitting someone's head. Airbags work well but won't protect from that.
