FIRE!!!

[mc2276]

OK.. now I am getting pissed at the dealership. :cus: They got all the parts this weekend. When will they get to it, "Maybe next week". :gaah: Really, they have had it since August and they "might" get to it next week? Anybody else on the NC coast know another dealer they would recommend?

 

[SpyderWolf]

OK.. now I am getting pissed at the dealership. :cus: They got all the parts this weekend. When will they get to it, "Maybe next week". :gaah: Really, they have had it since August and they "might" get to it next week? Anybody else on the NC coast know another dealer they would recommend?

That truly sucks, and sorry I can't help you with another dealer.

 

[boborgera]

I don't know if this applies here; Garmin is Recalling Portable GPS
The batteries could over heat, And could result in a fire.
796,000 could be involved.
:dontknow:
Just wondering did any Spyders that caught on fire have one of these GPS installed ??

 

[Firefly]

I don't know if this applies here; Garmin is Recalling Portable GPS
The batteries could over heat, And could result in a fire.
796,000 could be involved.
:dontknow:
Just wondering did any Spyders that caught on fire have one of these GPS installed ??

Doubtful they had them mounted near the gas tank and the evap canister....... :roflblack:

Seriously though--- highly doubtful that has any connection to the unfortunate spyder fires....

 

[mc2276]

Well.... Hopefully this week I will be back on the road. ray: The emergency brake cable should be in today. Then all it needs is the state inspection and a road test. Then I have to worry about the registration.

 

[Neez]

With regard to this fire issue, I consider the Dzus fasteners I have installed to be a safety modification. Especially those 4 on the right side, black, "Can-Am" panel. Why? Because it takes me only seconds to remove the panel and check the condition of the the clamps and hoses. If a person has to fiddle with those Torx screws, he will be more likely to think, "Oh well, maybe next time." Just human nature.

 

[Firefly]

With regard to this fire issue, I consider the Dzus fasteners I have installed to be a safety modification. Especially those 4 on the right side, black, "Can-Am" panel. Why? Because it takes me only seconds to remove the panel and check the condition of the the clamps and hoses. If a person has to fiddle with those Torx screws, he will be more likely to think, "Oh well, maybe next time." Just human nature.

Interesting point-- it certainly does make it easier to access for inspection--- and would make it easier to remove in case of a fire (if you wanted to try and put it out).

 

[Some Guy]

With regard to this fire issue, I consider the Dzus fasteners I have installed to be a safety modification. Especially those 4 on the right side, black, "Can-Am" panel. Why? Because it takes me only seconds to remove the panel and check the condition of the the clamps and hoses. If a person has to fiddle with those Torx screws, he will be more likely to think, "Oh well, maybe next time." Just human nature.

:agree:

I have them on my Spyder as well, though I never really thought about the safety side. I just did it because I'm lazy!

 

[wukka]

With regard to this fire issue, I consider the Dzus fasteners I have installed to be a safety modification. Especially those 4 on the right side, black, "Can-Am" panel. Why? Because it takes me only seconds to remove the panel and check the condition of the the clamps and hoses.

...and they look really cool, too. :2thumbs:

 

[Sny]

Dzus D-Rings

These? Is 12mm long enough (says 5.4mm of bodywork)

 

[Neez]

Dzus D-Rings

These? Is 12mm long enough (says 5.4mm of bodywork)

You are at the right site, but you need to order the 14mm long Dzus.

 

[Sny]

perfect! thanks

 

[vt228]

I checked my line and it was lose to I tightened all hoses and checked all clamps any dry lines I changed then out why didnt dealer find it on 6000 mile check up thanks all time to do a head to tail tighting on all have 11,000miles on her know

 

[1spydercat1]

I am so sorry to hear this. I am just glad that you are alright! I hope everything works out for you. After everthing you have been through this should not have happened. You were smart in what you did. God be with with you and I hope the best to you.

1spydercat1
:spyder:

Well, we can add another Spyder to the fire list.:gaah: I just got back from a 7 month deployment to the Persian Gulf. I reinstated my insurance as it had been in storage for the past 7 months and went to pick it up. On the way home, my Spyder was sputtering a little. Did not think much about it, but grabbed some dry gas and fuel injector cleaner to put in the tank when I filled it next time.

On the way, I pulled into a car dealership to check out a car. As soon as I climbed off and stopped the bike, a ball of flame :shocked: shot out the right side and started to grow.

The sales personnel grabbed fire extinguishers and quickly put out the fire. Which is a good thing considering that I was parked right next to the 2011 Mustangs on the lot.

I called the insurance company. They will be by tomorrow to look at it. Not sure what to do now. Can someone help me out....please?

 

[mc2276]

Finally got it back!!! :2thumbs: And it is running better than before. I love it. Now all I have to do is get the registration renewed. Thanks everyone!!

Only problem... they had to replace the speedometer.. So now i have 275 hours and 100 miles. Gonna be hard to get the 25k pin now. oh well

 

[spyder3rdr]

:2thumbs: thats awesome Mattew , I know how you feel brother ... but being on the road again will wash away alot of bad feelings !!!

 

[SpyderWolf]

:congrats: on finally getting it back, and on the fact it is running so well.

 

[LDFIREWORKS]

WELCOME HOME GLAD YOU ARE OK THE :spyder2: CAN BE FIXED OR REPLACED:2thumbs: