xt2005bonbon Posted September 4, 2020 Share Posted September 4, 2020 Yep. I also saw that 1320 video a couple of days ago of that 1000 HP Audi (I think) burning from a leaky brake line. I also have one of these too. But no bracket. I tucked it right behind my seat. Not that efficient I guess since I'd have to open the rear door to get to it.. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
boxkita Posted September 4, 2020 Share Posted September 4, 2020 firesense makes a $400 system that triggers several nozzles from a single pull trigger. You can put the container elsewhere (behind the seat). Its a typical install on cheap racecars. Build my car Boxkita Track days Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BrandonspecB Posted September 4, 2020 Author Share Posted September 4, 2020 Yep. I also saw that 1320 video a couple of days ago of that 1000 HP Audi (I think) burning from a leaky brake line. I also have one of these too. But no bracket. I tucked it right behind my seat. Not that efficient I guess since I'd have to open the rear door to get to it.. Yeah, that's one of the videos I saw. I also saw another one where a 1000 hp BMW burned. The driver just ran away while his car burned. I at least want to have a chance at saving it. firesense makes a $400 system that triggers several nozzles from a single pull trigger. You can put the container elsewhere (behind the seat). Its a typical install on cheap racecars. That's a damn good idea. Appreciate it. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ViscousSquirrel Posted September 4, 2020 Share Posted September 4, 2020 I emptied a 6 pack of fire extinguishers into an engine bay one day after a nasty car accident and nothing short of a firetruck put a dent in that blaze. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
xt2005bonbon Posted September 4, 2020 Share Posted September 4, 2020 Was the hood close or open? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BrandonspecB Posted September 4, 2020 Author Share Posted September 4, 2020 Here's some more stuff. I made a little video that goes over some of the meth injection system. It's all controlled by the Haltech and if any fail-safe trips or meth pressure drops below 120 psi, the meth injection system and boost control is disabled. Methanol Injection Controls Calipers are painted and ready to go on Sunday! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ViscousSquirrel Posted September 4, 2020 Share Posted September 4, 2020 Was the hood close or open? Open hood, douse engine close hood. It was a pretty solid accident and it was a ruptured fuel line that started it. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BrandonspecB Posted September 4, 2020 Author Share Posted September 4, 2020 Yeah, it's not a guarantee an extinguisher or suppression system will save the car, but I'd rather try then just let it burn down. It's like this fire here (fire starts at ~1:00): Tons of extinguishers, but fuel line and then fuel tank caught on fire and there was no stopping it. Couple of my friends are friends with Rudy. I just want a chance. If I can catch it when it's smoldering or before it gets to fuel I might be able to save the car. A $400 suppression system is well worth it to me. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ViscousSquirrel Posted September 5, 2020 Share Posted September 5, 2020 Yeah, it's not a guarantee an extinguisher or suppression system will save the car, but I'd rather try then just let it burn down. It's like this fire here (fire starts at ~1:00): Tons of extinguishers, but fuel line and then fuel tank caught on fire and there was no stopping it. Couple of my friends are friends with Rudy. I just want a chance. If I can catch it when it's smoldering or before it gets to fuel I might be able to save the car. A $400 suppression system is well worth it to me. I am fan of really good insurance. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
boxkita Posted September 5, 2020 Share Posted September 5, 2020 Having been in a car on fire and watched others go through the same experience, anything to slow the fire is a good thing. That said, sometimes its a yt video and you count your lucky stars to walk away. In racing we're taught to get to safe place (a dry grassy field is preferred), turn off the electrical and pull the fire suppression trigger then abandon ship. On the average street, most of this is a dream. Until the fuel flow is stopped, the only concern is saving lives. Fighting a car fire is hard and usually requires alot of foam to smother the fire. Even with proper training, sometimes you just have stand back and wait for experts. /rant Build my car Boxkita Track days Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ViscousSquirrel Posted September 5, 2020 Share Posted September 5, 2020 Yep I was in the car trying to extricate the driver when the car burst into flames. It was not ideal. I will never forget the sound or the heat. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BrandonspecB Posted September 5, 2020 Author Share Posted September 5, 2020 So I guess we really should be focusing on keeping the car from starting on fire in the first place. Thanks for sharing your experiences. It puts things into perspective. How about I swing this discussion back to happy things that aren't cars burning down. Like these brakes. I couldn't sleep, so I went into the shop and threw them on. I like them. Wheels will be here next week. Then all I have left to do is some tuning. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gkinslow Posted September 5, 2020 Share Posted September 5, 2020 Those rotors [emoji7] Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
xt2005bonbon Posted September 5, 2020 Share Posted September 5, 2020 Man, it's Christmas everyday at Brandon's house Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
boxkita Posted September 5, 2020 Share Posted September 5, 2020 Those rotors [emoji7] A few years ago, there was a company offering custom patterns on brake rotors. This seems tame in comparison Build my car Boxkita Track days Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BrandonspecB Posted September 5, 2020 Author Share Posted September 5, 2020 When I was looking at rotors this pic helped sway me towards these ones. Something a little different than what you usually see. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BrandonspecB Posted September 9, 2020 Author Share Posted September 9, 2020 Got the wheels and tires on. I really, really like them. They almost look like they're 19s compared to the others. They're Enkei Raijin 18x8.5 +45 with 235/40 Federal 595 RS-RR tires. Old ones were Enkei EKM3 18x7.5 +45 with 225/40. As you can probably tell, I like this style of wheel. I need to make some adjustments to ride height and then have it aligned, but it doesn't rub at all. I'll probably end up dropping it another 1/2" and giving it another 0.5-1.0 degree of negative camber to make sure it doesn't rub. Right now they fit perfect lowered a couple inches with a stock alignment and a fender roll. About all I have left on my to-do list for this car is getting some JDM front and rear bumpers, replacing all the exposed rubber trim pieces, pulling all the dents out and respraying it. Then it can sit in my garage and be a nice weekend morning cruise car that will be in damn near mint condition 30 years from now. I'm probably the only person crazy enough to do this with a Legacy, but it's my type of car. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
socalsleeper Posted September 9, 2020 Share Posted September 9, 2020 Not the only one. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BrandonspecB Posted September 9, 2020 Author Share Posted September 9, 2020 Not the only one. :cool: Yeah I guess this would be the place to find other crazy people. Or maybe cool people. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Infosecdad Posted September 9, 2020 Share Posted September 9, 2020 I love those wheels. I was almost about to get those same wheels, when I stumbled on some Prodrive GC-010E that I've looked at from a distance for years and couldn't pass up. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
xt2005bonbon Posted September 9, 2020 Share Posted September 9, 2020 You should also look into JDM OEM HID headlights. Much better than what we have. Then, folding mirrors too. List goes on and on . And yes, I love these rims too. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BrandonspecB Posted September 9, 2020 Author Share Posted September 9, 2020 (edited) I'm really trying not to go down the JDM rabbit hole. The bumpers have got to go though. May have to look into HIDs. Here's a couple more pics. I love these damn wheels. Edited September 9, 2020 by BrandonspecB Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
xt2005bonbon Posted September 9, 2020 Share Posted September 9, 2020 Looking good man. The HID lights are not too expensive. You should be able to get a descent used set for about 200$ or so I think. Then, you need to take them apart, flatten the shields and flip them to get the right beam pattern. Do some wiring and that's about it. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gkinslow Posted September 9, 2020 Share Posted September 9, 2020 Looking good man. The HID lights are not too expensive. You should be able to get a descent used set for about 200$ or so I think. Then, you need to take them apart, flatten the shields and flip them to get the right beam pattern. Do some wiring and that's about it. A lot cheaper than that if you peruse the auctions. I bought a set for $50. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
xt2005bonbon Posted September 9, 2020 Share Posted September 9, 2020 oh wow. That's a deal! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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