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PHOENIX · 10-16-2003, 02:59 PM

First off if you dont have one in your truck you need to get one!

Where do you guys keep yours?

Mine sits on the passenger floor because I do not know where to put it.
When I get different seats and install a blow-through box Ill probably mount it behind the seat, in easy reach but out of view.

Not set on that, thats why I am asking!

Prerunner1982 · 10-16-2003, 03:04 PM

i dont have room in the cab, so i am mounting mine in the bed, on the front of the drivers side inner fender well...

KShortell · 10-16-2003, 03:55 PM

Mine sits in the center console. The best thing is for it to be easily accesible!

When I worked in mining, it was Federal regs that we had 'em mounted. I mounted a steel bracket behind the driver's-side door jamb with large sheet metal screws and never had a problem. But then, I'm short! Tall guys might have some seat interference...

**swervin ervin** · 10-16-2003, 04:30 PM

Here's mine.

gldevall · 10-16-2003, 04:43 PM

Underneath the seat.

**old Rusty C10** · 10-16-2003, 05:32 PM

here in new york/new jersey where if ya fall asleep with your moouth open someone will rob your gold fillings, i have to keep mine behind the seat i have two there one was from my boat i keep in the truck while its in winter dry dock

phantom dually · 10-16-2003, 06:52 PM

Anyone interested in this?? It is HALON1211 which is made to be mounted in a small enclosure. I have a extra one that I am going to paint up and mount in my engine bay. Has a head on it that goes off automatically in case of fire. Halon leaves no mess like powder and takes oxygen from the air. I will take $100 shipped. Eric

phantom dually · 10-16-2003, 06:53 PM

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*rage'nrat638* · 10-16-2003, 08:06 PM

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*rage'nrat638* · 10-16-2003, 08:12 PM

ok

phantom dually · 10-16-2003, 08:46 PM

The fire extinguishers that you show will work maybe!!! If you had a engine fire the chances are slim. A powder extinguisher of that size does not have enough of a rating to even pass code in any state. Minimum is 2A 10:BC The worst part about using powder on a car or truck is that usually it does more damage than the fire. BC powder alone is the worst as it WILL fade your paint if not washed off in less than a hour. I guess faded paint is better than no paint though. Maybe this is just the sellsman in me!!! I work for a fire & safety company!!

Mike76251 · 10-16-2003, 09:32 PM

Just above the seat.
Another point to consider,
Get one at a welding supply house that has a metal valve assembly 'cause plastic valves may get too hot in the vehicle and not work.

phantom dually · 10-16-2003, 10:03 PM

If anyone needs a fire extinguisher let me know. I can get you new aluminum valve extinguishers for $20 plus shipping. This are the good ones made by AMEREX

Mike76251 · 10-16-2003, 10:22 PM

Amerex does make a good one.

soleeagle · 10-16-2003, 11:41 PM

I think when I get mine I will mount it under the drivers seat. Mainly because the botom of the door is at my waist and thats the only coveniant place to get to if needed really fast.

77bowtie · 10-17-2003, 11:13 AM

I've mounted mine behind the drivers seat on the cab wall. Handy, I can reach back one handed and remove it.

Prerunner1982 · 10-17-2003, 03:16 PM

what would shipping be from kentucky to oklahoma? (73003)

10-16-2003, 02:59 PM	#1
PHOENIX Registered User Join Date: Oct 2002 Location: Phoenix, Arizona Posts: 4,703	Fire extinguisher location? First off if you dont have one in your truck you need to get one! Where do you guys keep yours? Mine sits on the passenger floor because I do not know where to put it. When I get different seats and install a blow-through box Ill probably mount it behind the seat, in easy reach but out of view. Not set on that, thats why I am asking! __________________ * AVOID: LOPER'S PERMORANCE / LOPERSPEED.COM OF PHOENIX, AZ & COTTMAN TRANSMISSION *

10-16-2003, 03:04 PM	#2
Prerunner1982 Registered User Join Date: Oct 2002 Location: Edmond, OK Posts: 5,906	i dont have room in the cab, so i am mounting mine in the bed, on the front of the drivers side inner fender well... __________________ Jon 1982 Chevy Silverado 350/th350.... RETIRED 1993 Jeep XJ 2 door(Cherokee) 4wd 4.0ltr/AX-15 (5spd)/NP231 .... Oklahoma Roll Call

10-16-2003, 03:55 PM	#3
KShortell Registered User Join Date: Oct 2003 Location: Chesapeake, VA Posts: 734	Mine sits in the center console. The best thing is for it to be easily accesible! When I worked in mining, it was Federal regs that we had 'em mounted. I mounted a steel bracket behind the driver's-side door jamb with large sheet metal screws and never had a problem. But then, I'm short! Tall guys might have some seat interference... __________________ Semper Paratus

10-16-2003, 04:30 PM	#4
swervin ervin You get what you pay for Join Date: Dec 1999 Location: Cherryville, NC Posts: 4,798	Here's mine. __________________ Mike 1985 Chevy C-10

10-16-2003, 04:43 PM	#5
gldevall Registered User Join Date: Mar 2003 Location: Walker, LA Posts: 2,925	Underneath the seat. __________________ Gary -1986 SWB: lowered 4/6, SOLD!!! -Best 1/4 mile: 14.51 @ 91.01 MPH -2001 Pewter Tahoe, billet grill, Corsa Sport Cat-back, K&N FIPK SOLD!!! -2004 Z-71 Extended cab with a flowmaster, BDS 6.5", 3" BL, 35x12.5x18 Trail Grapplers on Pro-Comp 18x9 wheels

10-16-2003, 05:32 PM	#6
old Rusty C10 Robert Olson Transport Join Date: Oct 2002 Location: recent transplant to NC USA Posts: 20,307	here in new york/new jersey where if ya fall asleep with your moouth open someone will rob your gold fillings, i have to keep mine behind the seat i have two there one was from my boat i keep in the truck while its in winter dry dock __________________ Bob 1951 International running on a squarebody chassis "If a man's worth is judged by the people he associates himself with, then i am the richest man in the world knowing some of the fine people of this board" http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/a...t.php?f=25&a=9 (you can review the site rules here!) PM Me for your vehicle/parts hauling needs in the North East US or see my Facebook page Robert Olson Transport Live each day to the fullest.. you never know when fate is going to pull the rug out from under you... I hate cancer!!

10-16-2003, 06:52 PM	#7
phantom dually Project92 SWB stepside Join Date: Feb 2003 Location: Louisville KY Posts: 4,793	Anyone interested in this?? It is HALON1211 which is made to be mounted in a small enclosure. I have a extra one that I am going to paint up and mount in my engine bay. Has a head on it that goes off automatically in case of fire. Halon leaves no mess like powder and takes oxygen from the air. I will take $100 shipped. Eric Attached Images __________________ 92 C1500 stepside 496 Stroker Competiton Engineering Ladder bars/QA1 coilovers. Dana 60 rear with 4.10 gear and posi. Bonspeed Palisade 20x12 in rear w/335/30/20 and 20x8.5 front w/245/40/20. 5/8 drop with Belltech springs/DJM spindles/drop shocks. WWS Progress thread http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=140448

10-16-2003, 06:53 PM	#8
phantom dually Project92 SWB stepside Join Date: Feb 2003 Location: Louisville KY Posts: 4,793	2 Attached Images __________________ 92 C1500 stepside 496 Stroker Competiton Engineering Ladder bars/QA1 coilovers. Dana 60 rear with 4.10 gear and posi. Bonspeed Palisade 20x12 in rear w/335/30/20 and 20x8.5 front w/245/40/20. 5/8 drop with Belltech springs/DJM spindles/drop shocks. WWS Progress thread http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=140448

10-16-2003, 08:06 PM	#9
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10-16-2003, 08:12 PM	#10
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10-16-2003, 08:46 PM	#11
phantom dually Project92 SWB stepside Join Date: Feb 2003 Location: Louisville KY Posts: 4,793	The fire extinguishers that you show will work maybe!!! If you had a engine fire the chances are slim. A powder extinguisher of that size does not have enough of a rating to even pass code in any state. Minimum is 2A 10:BC The worst part about using powder on a car or truck is that usually it does more damage than the fire. BC powder alone is the worst as it WILL fade your paint if not washed off in less than a hour. I guess faded paint is better than no paint though. Maybe this is just the sellsman in me!!! I work for a fire & safety company!! __________________ 92 C1500 stepside 496 Stroker Competiton Engineering Ladder bars/QA1 coilovers. Dana 60 rear with 4.10 gear and posi. Bonspeed Palisade 20x12 in rear w/335/30/20 and 20x8.5 front w/245/40/20. 5/8 drop with Belltech springs/DJM spindles/drop shocks. WWS Progress thread http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=140448

10-16-2003, 09:32 PM	#12
Mike76251 Senior Member Join Date: Mar 2003 Posts: 2,500	Just above the seat. Another point to consider, Get one at a welding supply house that has a metal valve assembly 'cause plastic valves may get too hot in the vehicle and not work. Attached Images

10-16-2003, 10:03 PM	#13
phantom dually Project92 SWB stepside Join Date: Feb 2003 Location: Louisville KY Posts: 4,793	If anyone needs a fire extinguisher let me know. I can get you new aluminum valve extinguishers for $20 plus shipping. This are the good ones made by AMEREX __________________ 92 C1500 stepside 496 Stroker Competiton Engineering Ladder bars/QA1 coilovers. Dana 60 rear with 4.10 gear and posi. Bonspeed Palisade 20x12 in rear w/335/30/20 and 20x8.5 front w/245/40/20. 5/8 drop with Belltech springs/DJM spindles/drop shocks. WWS Progress thread http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=140448

10-16-2003, 10:22 PM	#14
Mike76251 Senior Member Join Date: Mar 2003 Posts: 2,500	Amerex does make a good one.

10-16-2003, 11:41 PM	#15
soleeagle Registered User Join Date: Sep 2003 Location: Shelbyville, Indiana Posts: 614	I think when I get mine I will mount it under the drivers seat. Mainly because the botom of the door is at my waist and thats the only coveniant place to get to if needed really fast. __________________ Chuck '85 Chevy Silverado 4X4 '91 Chevy 4X4 Suburban http://www.cardomain.com/memberpage/545941



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10-17-2003, 11:13 AM	#16
77bowtie Registered User Join Date: Apr 2003 Location: New Mexico. Of all places for an Island boy. Posts: 180	I've mounted mine behind the drivers seat on the cab wall. Handy, I can reach back one handed and remove it.

10-17-2003, 03:16 PM	#17
Prerunner1982 Registered User Join Date: Oct 2002 Location: Edmond, OK Posts: 5,906	what would shipping be from kentucky to oklahoma? (73003) __________________ Jon 1982 Chevy Silverado 350/th350.... RETIRED 1993 Jeep XJ 2 door(Cherokee) 4wd 4.0ltr/AX-15 (5spd)/NP231 .... Oklahoma Roll Call

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