Re: FireExtinguisher Story

[Steve Currie - d21 <scurrie@cas.org>]

>Whether the fire extinguisher stays put depends on how strongly its
>bracket is made. I do not advise relying solely on the quick release
>strap normally supplied with these devices. Some additional structure
>to prevent forward movement during extreme deceleration is usually
>needed.

Very important point here.   Once at Mid-Ohio, my buddy was driving my VW Golf
when the fire extinguisher went off.  Corner workers were very impressed with 
his ability to pull over and put out the (nonexistent) fire.

SCCA specs even required an upgrade to a metal holding strap from the cheap 
plastic one provided with the extinguisher.

Steve Currie
Columbus OH

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