Blue Fox
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| posted on 16/6/08 at 12:25 PM |
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Front footwells / bulkhead
I have fitted my front footwells/bulkhead. I have only stitch welded this and there is a small gap all the way round of approx 1-2mm (except where
the weld is) as I fitted it inside the box section. Does this need to be fully welded to make a fire proof seal or can I put some silicon or
something round it just to keep it water tight later?
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Mr Whippy
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| posted on 16/6/08 at 12:40 PM |
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no, you can use just silicon
if you look at many 7's they are totally open above the pedal box area, but you raise a valid point. My main concern would be petrol leaking
into the footwell area rather than flames burning you through a 2mm gap.
Fame is when your old car is plastered all over the internet
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scoop
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| posted on 16/6/08 at 12:55 PM |
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So you can have it open above the pedal box for all the tests can you?
I was wondering about that and whether or not i would have to box it in.
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Mr Whippy
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| posted on 16/6/08 at 01:13 PM |
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Strangely I don't think it’s an issue but I wait to be corrected. Fire rating for cars is very low anyway, ever burned a grp bonnet? I have 
surprised Greenpeace didn't appear with in their rubber dingy and an extinguisher
personally I'd rather have the bonnet and footwells lined in ceramic blanket but then folk would moan about the weight...
Fame is when your old car is plastered all over the internet
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wilkingj
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| posted on 17/6/08 at 07:42 AM |
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I would think of grey Stripe Seam Sealer. Much better than Silicone. Doesnt give off acetic acid when curing (as with bathroom type sealants).
I would still seal it up. Even a burst rad pipe and boiling water on your feet isnt much fun, letalone buring petrol.
Seal up the area even if its just for safety reasons.
You Know it makes sense.
1. The point of a journey is not to arrive.
2. Never take life seriously. Nobody gets out alive anyway.
Best Regards
Geoff
http://www.v8viento.co.uk
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