dhk@hp-pcd.UUCP (Dustin Kassman) (12/14/83)
#N:hp-pcd:2400024:000:498 hp-pcd!dhk Dec 13 11:58:00 1983 Mazda Rx-7's & fires In the last six months I have heard of two Mazda Rx-7's that have caught fire after being involved in an accident (mine included). I was wondering if this is a common problem or if anybody else has heard of or experience with RX-7's catching fire. The car was a great one and I have no complaints about it at all but if they have a tendency to burn on impact I may think twice about getting another. Hopefully the incidents I know of are flukes. Thanks, hp-pcd!dhk
seifert@ihuxl.UUCP (D.A. Seifert) (12/15/83)
I don't know if RX-7s are more prone than others to catching fire, but *any* (non-electric) car can, thus it is a good idea to carry a fire extinguisher on-board. (even if you don't care about the car, maybe your loved one is trapped inside and you would *really* like to get that fire out ASAP) A big monster in the trunk is better than nothing, but time counts, and a small, lightweight unit mounted where the driver can get to it easily is better. If you don't care about the car, a dry chemical unit has a low initial purchase price, and will work fine. If you do care about the car, get a 'Halon' type. These cost more initially, but are *reusable*. Dry chemical types can be used only once. Dry chemical types do a real number on anything they come in contact with. Halon types are safe, except for a small possibility of thermal shock from the rapid cooling. This is the type of extinguisher system used to protect computer installations, video equipment, etc. Dry chemicals *ruin* electronics, and aren't too kind on alloy heads, etc. Halon puts out *any* fire, including the dreaded magnesium fire. (race car types take note) The units I have are called 'Sargom', from Pro-Tech Systems. (287 N. Lindbergh, St Louis, Mo 63141 (314) 726-5191) They put on a truly impressive demo for our car club, including putting out magnesium. The smallest size is great for cars, being slightly smaller than a standard spray can. I have no interest in this company other than as an enduser. Snoopy BMWCCA, Windy City Chapter -- ) ( ) from the mildly opinionated keyboard of _)__________________ |OOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOO| Dave Seifert |OOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOO| ihnp4!ihuxl!seifert |OOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOO| |------------------|