General fire extinguisher and specific Victory4x4 Bed Side Rack Questions

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That’s pricey

 

We have Amerex extinguishers at work mounted out in the open (Texas heat). We use the mounts they come with and are mostly mounted vertical but some horizontal depending where it ends up on the truck. Inspected monthly by the driver and annually by a professional. I've never seen one fail to work when maintained properly. Generally they need to be replaced by the time the paint starts fading or chipping and they've typically been used multiple times by then. The Amerex has a very thick powder coating that holds up well to the abuse and they're DOT approved if that's a concern.

 

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Dry powder extinguishers are also know as ABC extinguishers, because they are capable of putting out class A (regular solid combustibles such as wood plastic), class B (liquid fuel fires such as gasoline), and class C fires (electrical fires). Typically, you avoid using powder extinguishers on electronics because the electronics will be destroyed, but the fire will be put out. If you only intended to have one extinguisher, this should be it. CO2 extinguishers are good for class B and C fires. A CO2 extinguisher is not rated for regular fires, which is probably the type of fire that you will get in a normal residence. CO2 however, will not wreck your computer. CO2 extinguishers are often kept in rooms with computers and other electrical devices.

 

Cleaning Fire Extinguisher Residue from a Dry Chemical Extinguisher
Dry chemical extinguishers are the most common and versatile fire extinguishers as they can put out class A, B, and C fires. They’re typical in industrial and commercial buildings, but they contain fire fighting agents like monoammonium phosphate, sodium bicarbonate, and potassium bicarbonate, which leave behind a corrosive powder. The corrosive powder can damage electronics and metal surfaces when they come in contact so it’s important to act fast.

Note: The chemicals inside Dry Chemical Extinguishers can be hazardous so don’t forget to use a dust mask, goggles, and gloves.

1. Vacuum or sweep up as much of the excess residue as possible
2. Mix together a solution of 50% isopropyl alcohol and 50% warm water then spray the area to break up the leftover silicone. Let the solution settle for about five minutes then rinse the area using warm water.
3. To treat sodium bicarbonate and potassium bicarbonate based dry chemicals, mix together a solution using 98% hot water and 2% vinegar and wash the area with it. Let the solution settle for about five minutes then rinse the area using warm water.
4. To treat monoammonium phosphate based dry chemical, mix together a solution using hot water and baking soda. Let the solution settle for about five minutes then rinse the area using warm water.
5. Wash and rinse the area with a solution made of soap and water.
6. Use a fan to spot dry the wet areas.

 

I sell fire suppression equipment for a living. If you are considering a fire extinguisher for your truck bed try to avoid any fire extinguisher with a plastic valve. Direct sun and high temps will toast it and render it unusable in the case of an emergency. Also consider a vehicle mount with a quick release bracket. You need to access it as quickly as possible in the case of a fire. Consider any fire extinguisher that is capable of putting down ABC fires.

Here's a link to my website that will help you with the basics on how to use a fire extinguisher.
https://www.firecontrol.net/single-post/2015/06/26/Learn-How-to-Use-a-Fire-Extinguisher

I hope this helps.

 

I have an Amerex Purple K mounted in the bed, and Bicarb under the driver seat. Both have metal valves/nozzles and survive fine in 115+ AZ temps.

 

Do you have a link to the t-slots you used to attach to the track? Looks like perfect solution for my bed.

 

Here you go. Bolts that work with it are listed under frequently bought

Mission Automotive 5-Pack of T-Slot Nuts - Ideal T Slot Nut for Toyota Tunda & Toyota Tacoma Pick-Up Truck Bed Deck Rails - Cleat/Cleats

$12 5-Pack of T-Slot Nuts - Ideal T Slot Nut for Toyota Tunda & Toyota Tacoma Pick-Up Truck Bed Deck Rails - Cleat/Cleats - by Mission Automotive

https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07739WXJB/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_jHcECbW1NBGP8