[Mark G]

During the off season check your safety gear you never know..

I am upgrading my fire suit SFI -15 coat SFI 20 gloves

My car is on nitrous I also wear a head sock ..

Here a video https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rm3DFI9ERlY

[Scott Roberts]

Originally Posted by Mark G

During the off season check your safety gear you never know..

I am upgrading my fire suit SFI -15 coat SFI 20 gloves

My car is on nitrous I also wear a head sock ..

Here a video https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rm3DFI9ERlY

Agreed but some companies exploit it...I have personal examples but will reserve comment....
Safety is first and foremost for racers...

[mgarblik]

Safety re-certs are the 2nd most expensive on-going expense for running a nitro car. Seat belts, chassis, trans blanket, fire suit, gloves, shoes, diaper and straps, blower restraint, fire system, gloves, bellhousing, clutch, discs, all have to kept up to date and checked, and re-certified at various intervals. Eric has an Excell spreadsheet to keep up with all the moving pieces. FYI, if using any type of dry powder fire agent in the race car or even in your home or shop, DO NOT assume it will work in a fire if the gauge is pointing to the green Good zone. The powder settles down and packs tight in the canisters over time and will NOT discharge when you need it most. (Ask us how we know!). They need to be checked/replaced at regular intervals. Be safe.

[Mark G]

Originally Posted by Scott Roberts

Agreed but some companies exploit it...I have personal examples but will reserve comment....
Safety is first and foremost for racers...

I agree Scott safety has become big business and some play on your fears .I do what I feel is safe for me I started wearing Hans device .I have to honest I don't like it.. I am already to big inside my car .Going to gym to get in better shape so if I ever had to get out of my car quickly I could .. Plus I am turning 60 in the new year not as fast as I was at 20 ..lol I will race til I can't so being in shape is a safety asset.

[Mark G]

Originally Posted by mgarblik

Safety re-certs are the 2nd most expensive on-going expense for running a nitro car. Seat belts, chassis, trans blanket, fire suit, gloves, shoes, diaper and straps, blower restraint, fire system, gloves, bellhousing, clutch, discs, all have to kept up to date and checked, and re-certified at various intervals. Eric has an Excell spreadsheet to keep up with all the moving pieces. FYI, if using any type of dry powder fire agent in the race car or even in your home or shop, DO NOT assume it will work in a fire if the gauge is pointing to the green Good zone. The powder settles down and packs tight in the canisters over time and will NOT discharge when you need it most. (Ask us how we know!). They need to be checked/replaced at regular intervals. Be safe.

I can't even image what the hoops you have to jump through ..Your dedication and commitment is inspiring Best of Luck in 2020..