The Best Place To Mount Your Fire Extinguisher | 4x4 Touring
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- เผยแพร่เมื่อ 10 ก.ค. 2024
- If you like to take your 4wd camping into remote areas or even if you don't, having a fire extinguisher mounted in arms reach in your 4x4 could make a huge difference if the unthinkable does ever happen out in the outback, a fire.
After a few people mentioned that my fire extinguisher in my canopy camp kitchen is hard to access, so in this video we fix that problem with a awesome little product.
Check out Russell's fire extinguisher brackets at Kap Industries:
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Word of advice I learned from an old timer that serviced extinguishers for decades...always mount them in a vehicle on the horizontal like this bracket does. If mounted in the vertical and just left and forgotten like so many people do, the contents will settle and pack in tightly from the constant vibration experienced in a vehicle. This can render an extinguisher useless when you really need it. It's also a good practice to remove the unit, hold it up to your ear and tip it end to end and listen for the contents to fall from end to end. If that occurs and the pressure guage is proper, you have a functional extinguisher.
I knew if I scrolled down far enough, someone would offer this sage advice. Fire extinguishers are specially treated baking soda and a CO2 cartridge to push it out the nozzle. Shake them every six months for a few minutes and never get that useless jet of CO2 when you need it.
Hey, thanks for that !!! Handy to know.
I used to be a portable fire technician for 5 years doesn't really matter how you mount them, just self service your extinguisher every 6 months all you need to do is invert it and Tap it you will feel the content inside go loose and drop also check the pressure gauge and overall condition and your good to go👍 pressure test every 5 years or just simply replace them. As per the Australian standard 1851.
As someone who installs/inspects fire extinguishers I really like the bracket. Would like to see the extinguishers supplied with a hose to allow for access to tricky areas like engine bay etc.
Russell is lovin' you about right now.
Awesome. Still have some prototype Russel Kapp custom brackets for my car (when he still lived here in WA.) Seeing this video makes me happy.
Just installed this in my NP300. Thanks @Seek Adventure! Best bracket and came all the way up to Cairns super quick 👍
Just picked up my bracket today great idea thanks heaps to Russell who allowed me to collect at such short notice cheers mate
Great Video, I now have an extinguisher mounted via the KAP Industries’ mount! Great product. Cheers!
I was at a gathering a month ago in Arizona. I look across the camp and noticed a whisp of black smoke coming out of a camper about 200 meters. By the time I realized what was happening - grabbed my readily accessible extinguisher and ran towards the rig - it was pretty much too late (not even close)! Vehicles with plenty of flammables inside get going real quick and burn to the ground with plenty of pops, groans, and explosions.
It's a great concept and not too bad a price for getting car specific ones - about 2 months ago I just tech screwed mine to the internal cross member in my 90 series I it's in exactly the same spot - works a treat!
Good thing to remind people they need to carry an extinguisher . .
. And make sure it's accessible - I carry 2 in my Prado 👌👍
Thank you mate for this great item,I purchased 2 of these for my BT a few years ago ,they are awesome pce of kit
Just ordered mine, cheers from NSW
$110 is a great investment. Thanks mate👍👍👍
Thanks for sharing. After all that’s the whole point right?
It’s about sharing information, tips and tricks in relation to the pass time/activity we all enjoy......Which sometimes involves a product 😱to recommend in order to easily execute said tip or trick.
Why is it some people take offence and 👎at utubers doing a show n tell about a product to make our life easier, safer etc has got me stuffed. Isn’t that half the reason why we binge on the ol utube anyway?
Im sure most of us can tell the difference between this little clip and a sponsored infomercial where you’ve sold your sole to the devil.
Thanks again for taking the time and highlighting the fact that we need to keep these extinguishers more ready to hand 👍
Just purchased one what a great idea! nice vid young fella.
Keep going mate. You're doing a great job!
A great little business Russell has going there. Good on him.
Great idea, just ordered one of the brackets.
Absolutely love your content mate. Keep the videos coming at us. I wish I could do a trip with you through the outback.
Nice bit of kit. Good idea, hope he does well. Good review.
Great idea thanks for sharing I think I will look into one for the Troopy.
Great little bracket and set up micheal if your up side down and the car catches on fire bit hard to get out and use it if its in the back but right at ure seat AWESOME will the set move forward great vid as always
Nice piece mate. Thanks.
Very smart idea. Have shared on Facebook. Thanks for the information.
Great video ,I doubt if he would have one for my LDV . Looks like a great idea ,I will share it around..All the best with it.
great idea! Ordered one
Was just talking to the wife last night about getting an extinguisher for our Hilux. Ordered the bundle before the video was even finished. Cheers fellas
Haha me to
Those brackets look good to go. I've been thinking of where to mount mine as I plan to have at least 2 in the future (one in the cab & one in the canopy when I get it). Centrally, able to be accessed from either side and easy to identify (if it's not me grabbing the extinguisher).
Just ordered two and a sticker even. Over the ditch to NZ. Cheers for the impulse buy 🤙🏻
You are sure loving your timer lately haha
Was looking for fire extinguisher mounting options and came across your video. I remember watching this when it came out. Miss seeing your regular videos. How all is well in WA.
Very useful and practical advice. Ta.
Ordered mine thanks for that
Great job 👍
good tips!
Great product
Have one in the cab one in the canopy, opposite sides in case of a roll over
Newport that’s actually a great idea. Wouldn’t have thought of that.
That was awesome. Thanks for the idea mate, never thought about that.
Sorry for my bad english
Your English was almost perfect.
Nice. I just have the bracket mine came with zip tied to the bar on the front of my passenger seat for adjusting the seat position. Works good. I've practiced pulling it out of its bracket. I also have a single latch on my fire extinguisher, which seems plenty solid, and easier to remove. I'd rather have a bracket like yours, but don't really want to spend that kind of money on it.
Proves a very good point! I have my tugged away behind the passenger seat in my Defender,... Will take me long to get to :-( I need a much better solution. Thanks for bringing this up!
Mine fits perfectly on the transmission tunnel between the gear stick and hand brake.
great vid mate, refreshes me that i need to get a fire extinguisher and this sounds like one of the best ways to do it
That's brilliant. I imagine your old mate is reeling in the orders right about now.
Really good idea. I think your test also raises the question as to whether the small extinguishers are big enough. I have a 2.5kg in my BT.
About 25 years ago I had this discussion with a fire safety expert. Except we were talking about boats. He explained to me, that he often gets asked how big of a fire extinguisher one should get and his answer was always the same: "How big is the fire that you plan to put out?" On a boat that is a very sobering question. Sure made me think about it. In a car (depending where you are) it's not so big of a deal. You can always step out of the car and watch it burn to the ground.
wow ,,,what a ball-tearer idea,,,first time I've ever seen a vid on day posting too !!!!
Thank you Michael,
A great solotion i will order one and ask your mate to fabricate a bracket to fit a bigger fe on the wheel carrier of our 200.
Brilliant idea, currently have mine sitting on the rear floor as couldn’t find a place to mount without causing a protrusion.
I keep forgetting to buy a Extinguisher but thought this was a great idea so have jist purchased on off kap and saves the idea I had of drilling into my floor pan on my colorado . I now live in perth and came from nsw & so far don't mind it here but certinaly miss the lushness of coffs harbour
I got that very bracket in my BT too!!
@ Seek Adventure:
Awesome Content! Absolutely Love your videos, they are so inspiring. I am curious...What kind of video/audio equipment do you use? The quality is amazing
Great video except it goes:
On your marks... Get set... GO!!
Keep it up mate 👏👏👏
You're the Bee's Knees for offroading video's.
Wondered why you looked familiar at Maccas a couple of days ago! Pleasure to meet you and like watching your 4wd videos!
Nice to meet you Stephen! 🙂
I have a powder extinguisher mounted inside the back door (on the door itself), a large Halon extinguisher mounted on the back of the cubby box between the front seats, and another powder one that can be carried in a box or bag. They have to be very quickly accessible to be of any use.
Nice you use that system. This is a standard system used in Brazil. It comes from factory because is mandatory.
I'm surprised u weren't bogged....lol...great vid, top bracket
Nice Micheal
How good is that. Russel is very, no wonder he moved to the East Coast.
Thank you.
Got mine and fitted it. I reckon we smashed up ol' Russell's website though hehe
Hi Michael,
Great video demo and explanation of Russel's product/s.
People sometimes have a go at making their own mounting bracket etc, but considering the design quality and cost, I think he's hit on a great niche market.
Any idea whereabouts he is over here?. I'm in Coffs Harbour NSW.
I was almost expecting to see you snap off that key!. :)
The other possible issue with the extinguisher being in the canopy is what if the fire is caused by the electrical in the canopy or the fridge? Love that bracket 😁👍
I hope Russell is taking care of you.
Free Fire Extinguishers for Life. :D
Hi, that is a great looking hat, what style is that from Akubra. Is it a golden spur.
This is a sweet setup. Too good to pass up. Ordered
The fly on the lip at 5:15 was a bit distracting... hahahaaa
One in my trailer near the exit.
One LARGE one in my tow vehicle.
One in my boat (when I had one) near the steering wheel, away from the gas tank and outboard motor.
Where do i put my thongs now? might need to mount it under the passenger seat, still pretty close
Sam Parker yeah passenger seat makes better sense
Your thongs? Dude.. ladies wear thongs. Guys wear boxers, briefs, boxer briefs, or go commando.
And why would you stuff them under your seat??
Bahahaha...cause he’s aussie
Hey.. great idea.
However, from experience in mining utes.
With the top facing the door.. over time, your feet will continue kicking the gauge, pin..
Best to turn around?
Cheers!
NB. Not sure if you're still posting videos. Hope you are!!!
lol like the new t shirts what on the back of it Michael ? so KAP bracket extinguisher bracket and extinguisher with locator sticker for $110 bucks?? not bad
Not australlian, but i have my extinguisher in the boot and it's on the furnishings strappef with velcro. Best place, because it's out of sight but easily accesible.
I spotted a brand new Nav NP300, tricked up to the hilt, probably never touched dirt, sand or rock. It had the tray door removed and the spare tyre mounted at an angle. Flanking that beautifully presented tyre were two, equally beautifully mounted fire extinguishers. I could only assume that the driver puts his beloved rig through so much hell (driving to work and the shops) that he needs quick recourse when his engine goes up in flames (?).
We had an engine fire on the mighty Range Rover and despite the fire extinguisher being in the green zone on the dial the retardant just dribbled out .SAD . Lucky we had a new one in camper trailer which solved the problem so pays to check how old the extinguisher is .
Your hat is massive!
I only buy from Tasmanian fire service, i have a easy reach 1kg (driverside door pocket) 1.5kg Mounted easy reach rear passenger one, plus a bigger 2.5kg in the rear of the cargo area. I know 3 fire Extinguishers seems a bit over board but at least i have enough to try and stop a large ish vehicle fire. Not to mention passengers also having access to one incase the driver is unable to use there's is a good idea too. And plus if one should fail i know i have another to use.
I'm starting to think that the fly is a pet.
I have a mount like that but by another co. in my WRX and having the extinguisher right under the passenger seat is perfect as it never gets in the driver's way but is right there should you need it. I want one for my Frontier. I looked at Kap but its for left side only. Thats the driver side here and I don't care for that option.
I may have to send a request for us non-right side drivers.
Yeah I wouldn't be having it on the drivers side. It would get in the way, especially on long drives.
Damn, no listings for my 80 series or Supra :(
How big was the extinguisher? 1 or 2kg.
One small suggestion, 180 that bracket so the handle won't get kicked when going in and out of the vehicle.
Doesn't it get in the way of your feet?
He should given you a coupon code because mate his sales will boom because of this!
The simple ideas are the best. Brilliant.
mines been in that spot for years courtesy of zip ties, nothing for pre 05 hiluxes there anyhow
This is the best spot to put them, they're typically mounted like this to the passenger seat of trucks. Only thing you need to worry about is if the pin falls out you will end up with a floor full of powder.
A bit of masking tape will keep the pin secured but won't prevent you from pulling the pin out when required. Either that or slightly bend the pin on the opposite side to the ring to prevent it vibrating out.
What do you do for a job other than TH-cam??
He runs his own business I believe
If you search Orcish traction boards on amazon the seller is using screenshots from your max tracks vs xbull video to advertise their product
Great idea.👍
I didn’t know you have a business. What is the name of your business so l know what you do/sell and if l require anything, l can support your business too.
not possible to order with a suzuki jimny :( nice vid thx
The link provided in the description is wrong
Any for Dodge ram
little tip why not link in the description??
After you get your extinguisher out of the bracket just remember TPASS - Twist, Pull, Aim, Squeeze and Sweep.
Yeah the sweeping motion at the base of the fire is where it's at
How about this : For your own vehicle you have a FIRE STRYCER in your cab, not bulky and much better then a powder extinguisher since No residuals and small sized. For you mates you keep a bulky powder extinguisher out side locked and count the +10sec you need more to get it as a loss. Cheers mate
That's a thumbs up within 19 sec.
Makes ya think.
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Like the idea, but I would rather install the extinguisher the opposite direction (towards gearbox) as I'm afraid I'd hit the pin with my foot and stir up a toxic fog in my truck seconds later.
Yeah i saw that issue too, Tas fire service in tassie here, did not recommend it under or in front of the driver seat, as there is a risk your brackets may fail and cause the fire extinguisher to roll into your pedals. i will STRESS that some of these extinguishers have very cheap thin brackets hence the comment.
Nice bracket but they should go on the passenger side as they can fall out and stop you from using the pedals but a fantastic bracket
Hey Tim, they can be mounted on the driver or passenger side, whichever you prefer 😊
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I enjoy your video clips, well done, and the humor you add. But I think you need a far more dynamic voice saying "Seek Adventure"
Mine is always right behind my truck seat takes me 2 seconds to get out I have a larger one remember bigger is better 😂I would spin it around so you don’t kick your Handel
One thing a lot of people may not be aware of, if you have a fire in the engine bay, one of those small extinguishers may not be enough to put it out.
Yep! Only 10 to 12 seconds for a 1kg dry powder extinguisher. Don't lift up the hood (until you believe the fire is out) as it will oxygenate the fire making it harder to extinguish, & may cause serious burn injuries. Pull the hood release & spray between the gap created 🔥🧯
But if you travel in a group, and everyone has one, you may stand a better chance