Freelander 1 Where To Put Fire Extinguisher

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Hey everyone.

I've just recently purchased a fire extinguisher and bracket (not genuine Landrover) for my Freelander.

Quick question, where have you guys fitted yours and how did you do it?

I was looking at the boot but will I need to remove the side panels to then drill and attach etc. I've also seen some fitted to the passenger side of the dashboard - surely not the wisest choice if in a crash etc and possibly could fail an MOT?

Cheers.
 
You could have a net bag behind the passenger seat or driver and place the fire extinguisher there.
 
Freelander04 said:
Hey everyone.

I've just recently purchased a fire extinguisher and bracket (not genuine Landrover) for my Freelander.

Quick question, where have you guys fitted yours and how did you do it?

I was looking at the boot but will I need to remove the side panels to then drill and attach etc. I've also seen some fitted to the passenger side of the dashboard - surely not the wisest choice if in a crash etc and possibly could fail an MOT?

Cheers.
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Fire extinguishers are OK, but they are hard to site, and make a dreadful mess if you ever have to use them.
A fire blanket can be a better option, and they fold flat.
But the best option of all is probably to fit a battery isolator. They cost about 15 quid from reputable outlets or online.
 
In our RR it is fitted in front of the drivers seat near your heels, Doesn't get in the way and easy to reach if needed.
Dont affect seat movement but not sure the space you have in the FL.

J
 
Freelander04 said:
I was looking at the boot but will I need to remove the side panels to then drill and attach etc. I've also seen some fitted to the passenger side of the dashboard - surely not the wisest choice if in a crash etc and possibly could fail an MOT?
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It's safer to fit it to the left of the glove box than in the boot.
If you're unlikely enough to be involved in a crash, then a front mounted fire extinguisher will only move away from occupants.
However a boot mounted extinguisher could become a missile, and travel forward towards passengers in the vehicle, with a horrible outcome. :eek:

I personally can't see the point in a fire extinguisher in a car, particularly if it's diesel, as unless there's a bad electrical issue, it's not likely to catch fire anyway.
 
My fire extinguisher sits in a plastic box in the boot with other stuff, directly behind the rear seats. Won't move forwards in a crash. Will move if yer roll it but that level of shock will knock a fire extinguisher oft its bracket anyway.

If yer put it in the front within sight of twots then yer window will be broken to nick it. Peeps nick them to set oft for fun. If fitting under seats be careful it wont come out and caused troubled with yer feet and pedals.
 
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Dry power is the best as cars contain liquids but the downside is clean up. The powder can cause corrosion. You have to bear in mind its not necessarily for your vehicle. It could help you rescue someone else.
 
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And don't forget to shake up the powder regular as it can settle and compact with vibrations from travelling in a car. Also shake up before use.
 
Hippo said:
Dry power is the best as cars contain liquids but the downside is clean up. The powder can cause corrosion. You have to bear in mind its not necessarily for your vehicle. It could help you rescue someone else.
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For safety sticks can be used on all types of vehicle fire and don't leave residue
 
kermit_rr said:
For safety sticks can be used on all types of vehicle fire and don't leave residue
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It would be good to see them sticks used on a real fire. I watched the car vid with the bonnet open and what looked like somefink flammable tipped over the engine and down the front of a car. Yer normally only get to pull the bonnet release on a real fire and squirt the powder in the gap, as the heat from said fire stops yer from lifting the bonnet after releasing it.
 
Hippo said:
It would be good to see them sticks used on a real fire. I watched the car vid with the bonnet open and what looked like somefink flammable tipped over the engine and down the front of a car. Yer normally only get to pull the bonnet release on a real fire and squirt the powder in the gap, as the heat from said fire stops yer from lifting the bonnet after releasing it.
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I've seen a vid of a 'fireman' using one on burning petrol, but contained liquid is easy to put out
 
Hi
I put mine on the passenger side, like the genuine one.
I drill 2 small holes, and I fixed it with 2 bolts.
Regards.

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