| 42wagon | -- 02-10-2011 @ 6:31 AM |
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The judging standards only say that a 2.5 lb extinguisher is required for the car to be on the field for judging. Does it have to be ABC rated, BC rated or CO2? The ABC extinguishers are filled with a yellow powder that, if used, will leave a horrible sticky residue that is almost impossible to remove. The BC extinguishers are not much better as the residue is corrosive.
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| Pauls39 | -- 02-10-2011 @ 7:27 AM |
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As I recall they are looking for a MINIMUM of 2 1/2 Lb ABC. The ABC units are more common and will cover many problems. From a practical stand point, carry the biggest extinguisher you can, and keep it where you can grab it quickly. Watching your car burn to the ground because your 2 1/2 lb extinguisher is buried in the trunk, would be heart breaking.
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| joe b | -- 02-10-2011 @ 7:38 AM |
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Regarding the mess powder type extinguishers make you might try Halon fire extinguishers. Halon is a clear agent that leaves no residue.Halon extinguishers are rated A, B, C. Be aware though that they are VERY expensive! A 2.5 Lb. one will cost around $195.00. Another type is Halotron which is basically the same thing. They run about $165.00 for 2.5 Lb and $155.00 for 1.4 Lb. Shop around. I agree that the extinguisher should be where you can get to it quickly.
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