Go buy a fire extinguisher! DO IT! - The 1947 - Present Chevrolet & GMC Truck Message Board Network

Hellbent · 09-16-2012, 09:42 PM

Had a scare today... I was inside the truck welding away on the dash. The tranny hump has a hole in it from where the PO had butchered the pan to jerryrig his shifter. Anyway, I felt heat; threw up the shield and fire was burning under the truck and up through the hole. Luckily- I had a fire extinguisher nearby and was able to grab it before the truck and HOUSE burnt to the ground.

Really made me think about things... I've been welding for years and never give it much thought. This truck is all metal, with all flammables removed, except the old shop rag that had fallen through the hole and laid in wait for a molten pop of slag. I literally bought that extinguisher a month ago. Tomorrow- I'm going out and buying two more.

I suggest everyone make sure they have one in easy reach- it will be the best twenty bucks you ever spent.

BTW- I ended up stopping work on the cool stuff and patching the hole- then got back to the cool stuff.

Sequoyah · 09-16-2012, 10:00 PM

I have a fire extinguisher in every building on my property so no matter where I am one is close by. I bought the one with the metal heads so I can take them yearly to get checked out and pressured back up if they need it.

Steve Hafner · 09-16-2012, 10:16 PM

. . . .

Just don't forget the Priorities !!!

. . . .

Del72Chevy · 09-16-2012, 10:30 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Steve Hafner

. . . .

Just don't forget the Priorities !!!

. . . .

Screw the house thats what insurance is for lol save that truck

kamikazekyle05 · 09-17-2012, 09:19 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Steve Hafner

. . . .

Just don't forget the Priorities !!!

. . . .

Those pictures are now saved on my computer. That's dedication right there

piecesparts · 03-22-2013, 02:57 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Steve Hafner

. . . .

Just don't forget the Priorities !!!

. . . .

Where did the guy learn to fight fire at? Good control fo the hose, but no turn outs.

**thelonerife** · 09-16-2012, 10:19 PM

Good advice!

GMC Jester · 09-16-2012, 10:42 PM

hah!!!
I wonder...if once....even just once......that guy described his Mini as

fire engine red

502ms · 09-17-2012, 09:43 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by gmc jester

hah!!!
I wonder...if once....even just once......that guy described his mini as

fire engine red

lol

knomadd · 09-17-2012, 02:07 PM

I'm sensing a theme this week.

I just went out on my lunch break and bought two new extiguishers for the house and garage. I'll be ordering a smaller version for my cars because of this... http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=542661

PanelDeland · 09-17-2012, 09:20 AM

I have one under the sink 2 in the garage and just got one for the truck.I need to get another for my DD but wasn't thinking when I picked up the one for the truck.

DT1 · 09-17-2012, 09:41 AM

I have a fire extinguisher in every vehicle I own.
I even modified the C10 glove box to accept a large one.

C0UCH · 09-17-2012, 04:16 PM

Been meaning to grab a few. Any recommended brands to look for or stay away from? I NEED one in my 67 especially. Something easy enough to stash without trouble of retrieving. Any recommended locations to mount it?

Was going to start a thread about this but this weeks theme seems to have that covered!

Posted via Mobile Device

Wasted Income · 02-17-2016, 01:50 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by C0UCH

Something easy enough to stash without trouble of retrieving. Any recommended locations to mount it?

knomadd · 09-17-2012, 04:23 PM

Kiddie is what I see everywhere. Not sure who else makes them, but you'll want an A,B & C rated extiguisher. B is for flamable liquids and C is for electrical. A is wood/paper type, but works on cloth type materials too.

1972RedNeck · 09-17-2012, 08:50 PM

We saved a combine with 5 fire extinguishers last year. Definitely worth the money.

Hellbent · 09-17-2012, 09:10 PM

Go with one that covers A,B, and C. I use Dry Chemical (powder). Kidde has a small one for autos that's under $20. You can't afford NOT to have one. First Alert is another I have under the sink in the kitchen. I just taught my 9 year old where it is and how to use it.

Dova · 03-22-2013, 01:58 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Hellbent

Go with one that covers A,B, and C. I use Dry Chemical (powder). Kidde has a small one for autos that's under $20. You can't afford NOT to have one. First Alert is another I have under the sink in the kitchen. I just taught my 9 year old where it is and how to use it.

Powder will put it out best but is very corrosive to all your wires and anything electrical. Granted if you are putting out a fire just the wires isn't necesarily your biggest concern. The liquid would be best not to make anymore damage than has already happened. I am in the navy and my duty station I just left was as a submarine firefighting instructor. We had a monte carlo catch on fire and we put it out with the powder and they ended up totalling the car because everything under the hood was shot because of it. But powder is very effective.

**special-K** · 09-17-2012, 09:30 PM

Never ever weld without a fire extinguisher at hand.

Ackattack · 09-17-2012, 10:38 PM

I have a few around the house and shop.

Also, occasionally check to see that they are pressurized too. I had one go bad on me a few years ago. Also saved the house (or at least the kitchen) from burning down when the wife was cooking

C0UCH · 09-17-2012, 11:15 PM

Just picked one up from for right around $20. Its a 2.5lb ABC by Shield.
Posted via Mobile Device

johnnypop · 09-17-2012, 11:23 PM

I've got one in the garage and one in each truck... Cheap alternative to wasting a fire extinguisher is to fill a water bottle and poke a hole in the lid to damp out small spots when welding. I always have the extinguisher handy, but I'd hate to blow a powdery white load all over the place for a small spot while welding.

Zoomin · 09-18-2012, 10:55 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by johnnypop

I've got one in the garage and one in each truck... Cheap alternative to wasting a fire extinguisher is to fill a water bottle and poke a hole in the lid to damp out small spots when welding. I always have the extinguisher handy, but I'd hate to blow a powdery white load all over the place for a small spot while welding.

I don't know why, but this just struck me funny.

Hellbent · 09-18-2012, 08:35 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by johnnypop

I've got one in the garage and one in each truck... Cheap alternative to wasting a fire extinguisher is to fill a water bottle and poke a hole in the lid to damp out small spots when welding. I always have the extinguisher handy, but I'd hate to blow a powdery white load all over the place for a small spot while welding.

I didn't mind blowing the load at all, as a matter of fact I squirted it twice just for piece of mind. Yes, it was a white mess- but I didn't buy it to decorate the wall.

PanelDeland · 09-18-2012, 09:39 AM

Good point on checking them.The easiest schedule for me is to do it when time changes.
I do
1.Clock changes
2.Batteries in smoke co2 detectors
3.Fire extenguishers
4.Clock Batteries

Monthly
I do
1.AC/Heat filters
2.Dog Heartworm and Flea tick
3.Run my finger over breakers to check for hot ones
4.Check ole what'ss'er names' car to see if it needs and oil change or fluids(she just drives)

09-16-2012, 09:42 PM	#1
Hellbent Don't blame the messenger Join Date: Nov 2009 Location: Summerville, SC Posts: 318	Go buy a fire extinguisher! DO IT! Had a scare today... I was inside the truck welding away on the dash. The tranny hump has a hole in it from where the PO had butchered the pan to jerryrig his shifter. Anyway, I felt heat; threw up the shield and fire was burning under the truck and up through the hole. Luckily- I had a fire extinguisher nearby and was able to grab it before the truck and HOUSE burnt to the ground. Really made me think about things... I've been welding for years and never give it much thought. This truck is all metal, with all flammables removed, except the old shop rag that had fallen through the hole and laid in wait for a molten pop of slag. I literally bought that extinguisher a month ago. Tomorrow- I'm going out and buying two more. I suggest everyone make sure they have one in easy reach- it will be the best twenty bucks you ever spent. BTW- I ended up stopping work on the cool stuff and patching the hole- then got back to the cool stuff. __________________ On the Level Just a guy with a hammer and a grinder. OH!, and an HOA- enough said...: http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=372525 "Some drink from the fountain of knowledge while others just gargle."

09-16-2012, 10:00 PM	#2
Sequoyah so easy a caveman can do it... Join Date: May 2006 Location: Albuquerque, NM Posts: 419	Re: Go buy a fire extinguisher! DO IT! I have a fire extinguisher in every building on my property so no matter where I am one is close by. I bought the one with the metal heads so I can take them yearly to get checked out and pressured back up if they need it. __________________ My build thread http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=242380

09-16-2012, 10:16 PM	#3
Steve Hafner Registered User Join Date: Sep 2010 Location: Northport, Alabama Posts: 1,353	Re: Go buy a fire extinguisher! DO IT! . . . . Just don't forget the Priorities !!! . . . . Attached Images

09-16-2012, 10:19 PM	#7
thelonerife Senior Member Join Date: Jul 2007 Location: Clarksville TN 37043 Posts: 8,702	Re: Go buy a fire extinguisher! DO IT! Good advice! __________________ Chuck 68swb Fleetside build ''Choncho'' http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=374892 My trailer redo http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...69#post5893869 Chuy my 59 bug http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=653798 Putnam 87 GMC Shop truck http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=707687

09-16-2012, 10:42 PM	#8
GMC Jester Registered User Join Date: Jun 2012 Location: Elk Grove, CA Posts: 42	Re: Go buy a fire extinguisher! DO IT! hah!!! I wonder...if once....even just once......that guy described his Mini as fire engine red

09-17-2012, 02:07 PM	#10
knomadd Registered User Join Date: Jul 2012 Location: Rosenberg, Texas Posts: 3,506	Re: Go buy a fire extinguisher! DO IT! I'm sensing a theme this week. I just went out on my lunch break and bought two new extiguishers for the house and garage. I'll be ordering a smaller version for my cars because of this... http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=542661 __________________ -Duane C/10 Club Texas member 1971 Chevy C10 "Brutus" SWB Fleetside 2016 6.0L (L96) 6L90E (driver/project) 1965 Pontiac GTO "Royal Goat" 400/TH400 w/AC (my baby)

09-17-2012, 09:20 AM	#11
PanelDeland I am a Referee of life. Join Date: Jun 2000 Location: Greensboro N.C. Posts: 13,993	Re: Go buy a fire extinguisher! DO IT! I have one under the sink 2 in the garage and just got one for the truck.I need to get another for my DD but wasn't thinking when I picked up the one for the truck. __________________ The 47-present Chevrolet and GMC Truck Message Board Network,it's owners,moderators,members,and associates of any type should not be held responsible for my opinion. You can't fix stupid,not even with duct tape. "My appearance is due to the fact that "GOD" does punish you for having too much fun!" Barrett-Jackson has perfected alchemy,they make rust into gold! "You can lead a horse to water but you can't saddle a duck" "Cleverly disguised as a 'Responsible Adult' "Sometimes your Knight in shining armor is just a retard in tinfoil"

09-17-2012, 09:41 AM	#12
DT1 Registered User Join Date: Oct 2009 Location: Gardnerville Nv No Mo Cali!! Posts: 869	Re: Go buy a fire extinguisher! DO IT! I have a fire extinguisher in every vehicle I own. I even modified the C10 glove box to accept a large one.

09-17-2012, 04:16 PM	#13
C0UCH Registered User Join Date: Jun 2012 Location: Anaheim, CA Posts: 455	Re: Go buy a fire extinguisher! DO IT! Been meaning to grab a few. Any recommended brands to look for or stay away from? I NEED one in my 67 especially. Something easy enough to stash without trouble of retrieving. Any recommended locations to mount it? Was going to start a thread about this but this weeks theme seems to have that covered! Posted via Mobile Device

09-17-2012, 04:23 PM	#15
knomadd Registered User Join Date: Jul 2012 Location: Rosenberg, Texas Posts: 3,506	Re: Go buy a fire extinguisher! DO IT! Kiddie is what I see everywhere. Not sure who else makes them, but you'll want an A,B & C rated extiguisher. B is for flamable liquids and C is for electrical. A is wood/paper type, but works on cloth type materials too. __________________ -Duane C/10 Club Texas member 1971 Chevy C10 "Brutus" SWB Fleetside 2016 6.0L (L96) 6L90E (driver/project) 1965 Pontiac GTO "Royal Goat" 400/TH400 w/AC (my baby)

09-17-2012, 09:10 PM	#17
Hellbent Don't blame the messenger Join Date: Nov 2009 Location: Summerville, SC Posts: 318	Re: Go buy a fire extinguisher! DO IT! Go with one that covers A,B, and C. I use Dry Chemical (powder). Kidde has a small one for autos that's under $20. You can't afford NOT to have one. First Alert is another I have under the sink in the kitchen. I just taught my 9 year old where it is and how to use it. __________________ On the Level Just a guy with a hammer and a grinder. OH!, and an HOA- enough said...: http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=372525 "Some drink from the fountain of knowledge while others just gargle."

09-17-2012, 09:30 PM	#19
special-K Special Order Join Date: Nov 2004 Location: Mt Airy, MD Posts: 85,861	Re: Go buy a fire extinguisher! DO IT! Never ever weld without a fire extinguisher at hand. __________________ "BUILDING A BETTER WAY TO SERVE THE USA"......67/72......"The New Breed" GMC '67 C1500 Wideside Super Custom SWB: 327/M22/3.42 posi.........."The '67" (project) GMC '72 K2500 Wideside Sierra Custom Camper: 350/TH350/4.10 Power-Lok..."The '72" (rolling) Tim "Don't call me a redneck. I'm a rough cut country gentleman" R.I.P. ~ East Side Low Life ~ El Jay ~ 72BLUZ ~ Fasteddie69 ~ Ron586 ~ 67ChevyRedneck ~ Grumpy Old Man ~

09-17-2012, 10:38 PM	#20
Ackattack Senior Member Join Date: Aug 2002 Location: Valley Center KS Posts: 3,525	Re: Go buy a fire extinguisher! DO IT! I have a few around the house and shop. Also, occasionally check to see that they are pressurized too. I had one go bad on me a few years ago. Also saved the house (or at least the kitchen) from burning down when the wife was cooking __________________ Project Bruiser: 68 Pro-Touring C-10 5.3L / 4L60E Project Ironhide: 97 GMC Crew Cab 4x4 Cummins SOLD: '69 GMC 1/2T SWB TBI'd: Project No Buck Assembly Manual Index Sign up Thread!!! Factory Service Manual Index

09-17-2012, 11:15 PM	#21
C0UCH Registered User Join Date: Jun 2012 Location: Anaheim, CA Posts: 455	Re: Go buy a fire extinguisher! DO IT! Just picked one up from for right around $20. Its a 2.5lb ABC by Shield. Posted via Mobile Device

09-17-2012, 11:23 PM	#22
johnnypop Registered User Join Date: Apr 2010 Location: San Jose, CA Posts: 46	Re: Go buy a fire extinguisher! DO IT! I've got one in the garage and one in each truck... Cheap alternative to wasting a fire extinguisher is to fill a water bottle and poke a hole in the lid to damp out small spots when welding. I always have the extinguisher handy, but I'd hate to blow a powdery white load all over the place for a small spot while welding.



Register or Log In To remove these advertisements.

09-18-2012, 09:39 AM	#25
PanelDeland I am a Referee of life. Join Date: Jun 2000 Location: Greensboro N.C. Posts: 13,993	Re: Go buy a fire extinguisher! DO IT! Good point on checking them.The easiest schedule for me is to do it when time changes. I do 1.Clock changes 2.Batteries in smoke co2 detectors 3.Fire extenguishers 4.Clock Batteries Monthly I do 1.AC/Heat filters 2.Dog Heartworm and Flea tick 3.Run my finger over breakers to check for hot ones 4.Check ole what'ss'er names' car to see if it needs and oil change or fluids(she just drives) __________________ The 47-present Chevrolet and GMC Truck Message Board Network,it's owners,moderators,members,and associates of any type should not be held responsible for my opinion. You can't fix stupid,not even with duct tape. "My appearance is due to the fact that "GOD" does punish you for having too much fun!" Barrett-Jackson has perfected alchemy,they make rust into gold! "You can lead a horse to water but you can't saddle a duck" "Cleverly disguised as a 'Responsible Adult' "Sometimes your Knight in shining armor is just a retard in tinfoil"

Register or Log In To remove these advertisements.