I talked to quite a few racers and drivers and even the techs at a few race parts warehouses and there just isn't a clear leader in fire suppression. I need something that will put a fire out and keep it out if something ignites in the engine compartment. There is just no way to get the rear bonnet off in time to save the car if I'm on fire. I don't think it is as likely to burn the cockpit area but you never know.
One of the guys I was talking to made a good point about the foam in the cockpit. If you are on fire and you need to get out of the car, the fire could be blocking your exit and if you are sprayed with foam, you might fare a little better. Also the foam will do a better job of keeping the fire out and not letting it re-ignite.
The down side is that I have heard the the foam is a mess and even corrosive to bare aluminum. You just hope you never need it but if you do, what is the best? Who knows. I chose this set up.
Steel bottle/mechanical actuator.
https://www.pegasusautoracing.com/productselection.asp?Product=2426
The passenger seat had to go. My insurance guy almost had a stroke when I told him I gave a few guys a ride on the track. He thought it was a good way to test the limits on my liability policy. Maybe he's seen me drive!
The bottle was test fit then bolted in. I ran a line to the front and the rear. The idea is to use 2 nozzles in the front and four in the back.
The front was easier. Both spray at the driver.
The rear got one nozzle on the exhaust manifold on each side, one in the center spaying the fuel rails and the last one at the fuel system.
This kit comes with 2 handles. I wanted one easy to reach on the inside and one for the corner workers to pull on the outside.
If anyone has any thought, please let me know. I have read and asked questions but this is something that i want to be right.
