Kirkham 289 Street Car

[64galaxie]

Finalised my options yesterday with David Kirkham.
Drivers adjustable seat
Powder coated rearwheel wells and bulkhead.
Halon system
Chrome bumpers
Fresh air for passenger
Rear exiting exhaust as per original cars
There is also a strong possibility that the other two 427 SC Kirkhams RHD may well be coming to Oz.Stay tuned for an update.

[letsboogie351]

Originally Posted by 64galaxie

Finalised my options yesterday with David Kirkham.
Drivers adjustable seat
Powder coated rearwheel wells and bulkhead.
Halon system
Chrome bumpers
Fresh air for passenger
Rear exiting exhaust as per original cars
There is also a strong possibility that the other two 427 SC Kirkhams RHD may well be coming to Oz.Stay tuned for an update.

It's interesting that you have ordered a BCF (Bromochlorodifluoromethane, also known by the trade name Halon 1211, or BCF, or Halon 1211 BCF) fire suppression system. BCF extinguishers have been banned for use for many years now.

Doug

[David Hodgson]

Doug is correct, Halon is a controlled substance (ozone depleting) and can only be approved for use in specialized situations in Australia. It has less severe restrictions in the US and some Asian countries and the Middle East. This could be why Kirkham's are offering it.

I'd check up on other types of on-board extinguishers before you run into grief with the authorities and costly refits.

[damage]

64Galaxie, the systems Kirkham fit aren't HALON they are AFFF but double check and make sure he doesnt give you HALON because it is an option from his supplier.

From what Ive read AFFF is okay in Australia and there are multiple resellers of this product.