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Old 08-10-2009, 08:15 AM   #2
Wade Mahaffey
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Default Re: Kill switch location

Travis, You are correct and it's easy to do. I had my Super/Gas cars set up with a Morse cable 15 years ago. It ran from the master cut-off lever at the rear of the car, to a swing handle (like a chute handle) located inside the driver area. I did that so I could kill the power right now for what ever reason while straped in. I could not stand the thought of having an accident with damaged wires arcing and gas flowing. Think about it, how much fuel can your big pump flow in the time it takes rescue to reach you and shut you off. And thats at a national event where you have the maximum of safety personel at the ready! I am happy to say, I never had to use the in car switch in an emergency! I did however use the in car switch several times, (when straped in and ready....but had forgotten to turn the master on!)...LOL It's not a costly upgrade.....and could save your race car....or your life! (sorry, but sometimes the retired firefighter comes out of me!) WADE
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