Engine fire pics
Melting Slicks
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From: Midland Georgia
St. Jude Donor '06
Hate to see someone lose a nice vert! Looks like it was very clean car before the fire.86 first year for the return of the vert so no crossfire... No crossfire it was more like a barnfire! Sad. Check those fuel lines! Correct leaks!
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My '85 had the original rubber hoses. I'm thankful I never had that problem.
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From: Waco Texas
Here a few leaks ago my lt4's fuel pressure regulator decided to spring a sudden large leak. Thankfully the car wasnt hot( I had just started it up) however if i had been driving it like the 500+ miles i had driven it the day prior, i have no doubt my car would be in the same shoes this one was in. Always keep an eye on your fuel system components! Mine failed out of no where with no warning.
Melting Slicks
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From: Obama=death for America
This is a good lesson why you should keep a F/E in the car.
I keep the kind of F/E in the car that leaves no trace or residue when used. It was very expensive, but if it's needed, no parts will be damaged by it if applied quick enough. It's kind of like Halon, but better. If you can get your hands on one, I believe this F/E is probably the best insurance you can keep.
http://store.summitracing.com/partde...0&autoview=sku
I keep the kind of F/E in the car that leaves no trace or residue when used. It was very expensive, but if it's needed, no parts will be damaged by it if applied quick enough. It's kind of like Halon, but better. If you can get your hands on one, I believe this F/E is probably the best insurance you can keep.
http://store.summitracing.com/partde...0&autoview=sku
Instructor
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From: Dupont WA
Now, we all know that for safety reasons, if you have an engine fire and the hood is closed, you should NOT POP THE HOOD to try to fight it. The rush of fresh air can/will cause a very nasty flare up and can get you. FEx is great to have on hand, but not to use at risk to your body.
Rob
Rob
